A man was taken to the hospital after a serious motorcycle accident along Dolphin Expressway near NW 87th Avenue in Miami-Dade. The crash occurred around 1pm on Friday July 3. Av spokesperson for the Florida Highway Patrol said the man was ejected from his motorcycle in the crash. The man was taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital’s Ryder Trauma Center and his condition is unknown at this time. It is still unclear if any other vehicles were involved in the accident. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.
Motorcycle Accidents in South Florida
When compared to accidents involving sedans, trucks, and SUVs, accidents involving motorcycles often result in a greater number of serious injuries and fatalities. Unfortunately, when the negligence of another driver causes a motorcycle accident, the rider of the motorcycle almost always suffers the consequences. While there are multiple contributing factors, there are about 3 main factors responsible for riders being at such a high risk of being involved in a motorcycle accident. The first factor is that motorcycles provide very little protection for operators and passengers when compared to sedans, trucks, and SUVs. As such, motorcycle accidents often result in fatal injuries. In fact, even non-fatal injuries responsible for hospitalizations of motorcyclists are usually severe and require inpatient or outpatient hospital care and treatment. Second, motorcycles are simply much smaller in size than the different types of motor vehicles they share the roadways with. Due to this size difference, we often hear drivers complain that motorcycles are easily hidden behind other vehicles and catch many drivers by surprise which often leads to car vs motorcycle accidents. The third factor pertains to driving hazards and dangerous road conditions which frequently cause motorcycle accidents. Some examples of road hazards are things like potholes, debris left on the road, construction equipment, barriers, etc. While these conditions may not cause a typical car accident, when experienced by a motorcycle rider they can cause the operator to lose control and fall or collide with another vehicle. Overall, it is important to understand the factors most commonly associated with motorcycle crashes and consider what steps to take to reduce the likelihood of being involved in a motorcycle accident. If you would like to prevent getting into a motorcycle accident, it is important to follow certain steps. For starters, always make sure that when you are operating your motorcycle, you are always following all traffic regulations, especially the speed limit. Next, if you just purchased your first motorcycle or haven’t been on a bike in a long time, take the time to make sure you get some proper training before heading out. Finally, consider purchasing protective clothing and equipment. For instance, consider purchasing a helmet, motorcycle jacket, eye protection and possibly some steel toe boots as it can potentially mean the difference between minor injuries and serious life-threatening injuries in the event of an accident.
Speak with a Motorcycle Accident Attorney in South Florida Today!
Motorcycle accidents are among the most serious personal injury cases. Each year, many riders are injured in motorcycle accidents in Florida. Sadly, many of those injured are uninformed of their rights and simply don’t know what to do when faced with such a situation. If you’ve suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident due to someone else’s negligence, do not hesitate to seek out legal representation from one of our skilled motorcycle accident attorneys in South Florida. Our skilled attorneys have the insight and experience to level the playing field and obtain the compensation you need to help recover. When we get involved with your personal injury case, you will have the opportunity to relax and focus on your recovery. We provide a free consultation and can meet with you to get a better understanding of the facts of your particular case. Remember, we take on personal injury clients on a contingency-fee basis. In other words, while you will owe us a fee if we win, but you will not owe us anything if we lose.
We serve clients throughout Florida including those in the following areas:
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