Motorcycle Accidents Archives | Aguiar Injury Lawyers

Is Lane Splitting Legal in Kentucky?

Lane splitting, lane filtering, lane sharing, and shoulder surfing are motorcycle maneuvers that fall under a state’s traffic code. Many states prohibit lane splitting. California is the only state where it is legal, although Arizona, Connecticut, Oregon, Virginia, and Washington are considering legalizing the practice. Using such maneuvers anywhere will likely result in an…

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Louisville Motorcycle Accidents: Understanding Safe Stopping Distances and Liability 

A recent Forbes analysis examined the frequency of motorcycle accidents between 2011 and 2021 for 100 US cities. Louisville, Kentucky, ranked 12th on the list. In 2011, the city had about three accidents per 100,000 residents. In 2021, the number of accidents increased to almost 28 accidents per 100,000 residents. That means the need…

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The Impact of Weather Conditions on Motorcycle Accidents

For many people, there is nothing more invigorating than riding a motorcycle. However, with that freedom comes an added risk due to being less protected from road and weather conditions and more prone to severe injuries or death when an accident occurs. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration1, more than…

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What to Do if You Share the Fault in a Motorcycle Accident

If you were partially at fault in a motorcycle accident in Louisville or surrounding areas in Kentucky, you might 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…

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