Category Archives: Motorcycle Accidents
Lights On! (and Other Florida Motorcycle Light Requirements)
One of the key factors informing the high rate of motorcycle accidents, according to a 2015 study published in the Bulletin of Emergency and Trauma, is the lack of visibility of motorcycles by other road travelers. According to this study, the lack of visibility is a particularly important consideration during daylight hours. One conclusion… Read More »
Contributing Factors of Motorcycle Accidents in Fort Pierce
The State of Florida is one of the most dangerous states for riding motorcycles. These accidents often result in serious personal injuries or death. Because Sholtes Law wants to keep motorcycle riders safe in and throughout the Fort Pierce community, here’s some information to know about the contributing factors of motorcycle accidents. Motorists Failure… Read More »
Helmets Protect Fort Pierce Motorcycle Riders in Motorcycle Accidents
In 2017, there were over 8.4 million registered motorcycles in the United States. This is a 23% increase of motorcycles over the last decade. And, as you know, Florida is the perfect place for motorcycle riding. However, Florida has the highest rate of motorcycle fatalities due to its top 5 ranking on the National… Read More »
Stay Safe to Prevent Motorcycle Accidents
On June 17, 2019, residents of Martin County, St. Lucie County and other Floridians rode their motorcycles to work in celebration of Ride Your Motorcycle to Work Day. Riding on two wheels is a unique and fun experience, but it can also be a dangerous one when riders fail to do the following —… Read More »
