Motorcycle Accidents San Antonio
Nothing quite beats the thrill of riding a motorcycle on a Texas roadway. It is always a fun ride until an accident occurs.
Riding a motorcycle is much more dangerous than driving a car because of the lack of protection involved. Motorcycles do not have enclosures like vehicles do, nor do they have seat belts or airbags. This means that in the event of a crash, the motorcycle rider is bound to be ejected, hitting an object or the ground.
Statistics show that 80% of motorcycle accidents result in injury or death. What this means is that if you have been involved in such a crash, you will likely suffer significant damages. You may need extensive medical treatment. You may experience lost wages and reduced earning power. You may also have to deal with emotional injuries such as pain and suffering, anxiety, or even post-traumatic stress disorder.
Getting compensation for all your damages can be a challenge. You need the right legal help on your side. Contact a San Antonio motorcycle accident lawyer from The Law Office of Raul A. Guajardo, P.L.L.C., to get the help you need.
Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents can occur in a variety of ways, including the following:
- Alcohol and drug use. Alcohol use is especially common among motorcycle riders, even though it is dangerous. In fact, 30% of motorcycle riders who are killed in accidents have a blood alcohol content (BAC) above the legal limit. It is estimated that 45% of those killed in crashes have some degree of alcohol in their system. Alcohol affects judgment, reasoning, balance, coordination, memory, and learning.
- As the saying goes, speed kills. It’s hard to not want to speed when you’re riding on a straight road with no traffic and beautiful weather, but you need to stay under the speed limit. Speed-related crashes are common and can happen when riding too fast for weather conditions or losing control.
- Riding a motorcycle is not easy. Many people simply think they can hop on one and take off, but it’s not that simple. It’s a lot different than driving a car. In fact, 29% of all motorcycle fatalities involve riders who do not even have a license. So be sure to take a training course or two before getting on the road.
- Road conditions. Motorcycles have two wheels instead of four, so roads can be tricky to navigate due to the lack of stability. Crashes can occur due to poor lighting, insufficient shoulders, hidden driveways, railroad tracks, gravel, sand, water, oil slicks, leaves, potholes, and other pavement defects. All of these situations can cause a motorcycle to lose control.
Contact Our San Antonio Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Today
Motorcycle accidents are often catastrophic and even deadly. If you or a loved one has been affected, it’s important to seek legal help right away.
The Law Office of Raul A. Guajardo, P.L.L.C., is here to help during your recovery. Contact our San Antonio motorcycle accident lawyer to get the compensation you deserve. Call (210) 510-1111 or fill out the online form to schedule a free consultation.