Motorcycle Accident Factors
Representing the Injured in Nevada
As a motorcyclist, you have little or no control over many roadway dangers. The Las Vegas motorcycle accident lawyers at Richard Harris Law Firm understand the challenges you face while trying to safely enjoy the open road, and we're here to help when outside factors put you in harm's way.
Driving Conditions
Road conditions can pose unique problems for motorcycles. Potholes or ruts that go completely unnoticed by car and truck drivers can be dangerous for motorcyclists, and failure to anticipate even minor disturbances can cause crashes. Hazardous driving conditions include:
- Inclement weather—fog, heavy winds, ice, rain, snow, etc.
- Poor-traction surfaces—gravel, manhole covers, mud/leaves, oil, wet pavement, etc.
- Sudden, unexpected obstacles—animals, debris, litter, pedestrians, etc.
- Uneven or damaged surfaces—broken or rough pavement, bumps, holes, ruts, etc.
Negligent Drivers & Other Vehicles
Motorcycles are far outnumbered by cars and trucks on the roadway, and other drivers often fail to see motorcyclists due to their smaller size. When poor visibility is compounded by negligent driving, the consequences can be disastrous.
Drivers often forget that riders may easily slip into blind spots of cars or trucks or may be concealed by surrounding elements such as bridges or fences. Other drivers also struggle to accurately judge speed and distance of motorcycles—a potentially fatal error in the case of a collision.
Our Las Vegas motorcycle accident lawyers can help if your motorcycle accident was caused by driving conditions or another driver's negligence. We're here to protect your rights to the compensation you need to recover. Contact us today at (702) 444-4444 or fill out a free initial consultation form.
