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Injured in a Motorcycle Accident?
Let’s Fight for What You Are Owed At Sam Aguiar Injury Lawyers, we don’t just handle motorcycle accident cases – we win them. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries in a Kentucky motorcycle accident, time is critical. Evidence disappears, witnesses’ memories fade, and legal deadlines approach quickly. Fast, aggressive, personal…
What to Do After a Motorcycle Crash
Immediate Steps To Take Motorcycle riding offers a sense of freedom and exhilaration that’s hard to match with any other form of transportation. But with that freedom comes a greater risk of injury in an accident. Knowing what steps to take after a motorcycle crash can ensure your safety and affect the outcome of…
Understanding the Impact of Motorcycle Accidents
Statistics and Risks Motorcycling presents significant risks due to factors like reduced visibility and lack of protective structures. Recent data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) highlights these dangers: Fatalities In 2022, 6,218 motorcyclists were killed in traffic crashes, accounting for 15% of all traffic fatalities. Fatality Rate Per 100 million vehicle…
Motorcycle Accident Liability
Safe Stopping Distances and Liability A recent Forbes analysis examined the frequency of motorcycle accidents in 100 US cities between 2011 and 2021. Louisville, Kentucky, ranked 12th on the list. In 2011, the city had about three accidents per 100,000 residents. In 2021, accidents increased to almost 28 per 100,000 residents. Following Distance…
Is Lane Splitting Legal in Kentucky?
Lane Splitting vs. Lane Filtering vs. Lane Sharing State traffic codes dictate the rules of the road for motorcyclists. Lane splitting, filtering, and sharing are three maneuvers not covered under Kentucky’s traffic laws. That means they are neither legal nor illegal. However, law enforcement may cite drivers if they believe a driver…
Shared Fault in a Motorcycle Accident
If you were only partially at fault in a motorcycle accident in Kentucky, you should still be eligible for compensation. Kentucky is a comparative fault state, so it’s important to establish the degree to which each party is at fault. Unfortunately, too many people don’t reach out to a motorcycle accident lawyer, inadvertently…