Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
Denver, Westminster, Boulder, Arvada and surrounding areas in Colorado
Scooter Accident Lawyers
Drivers of cars and trucks of any make and model have a responsibility to share the road safely with other vehicles. In addition, they are expected to exercise a reasonable level of responsibility and care when interacting with motorcyclists and riders of scooters. At Hull & Zimmerman of Denver and Boulder, Colorado, we know the roads are even more dangerous for riders of two-wheeled vehicles.
The sad truth of the matter is that motorcycles and scooters are often more difficult to see and can be easily missed when a driver checks his rear and side mirrors. A motorcyclist can be a couple of feet to the right or left of a car or truck driver's field of vision and become completely invisible to that driver.
Common Causes of Motorcycle / Scooter Accidents:
- Defective roadways
- Poor weather conditions
- Product defects including tires, brakes and helmets
- Recklessness and negligence of other drivers
Common Injuries Suffered during Motorcycle / Scooter Accidents
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Internal injuries
- Broken or severed limbs
- Road rash
- Death
The responsibility of protecting motorcyclists and scooter riders from danger lies on the shoulders of all drivers. Here are some ways to avoid accidents involving two-wheeled vehicles:
- During the riding season, which in Colorado can be nine months out of the year, be more aware of the motorcycles and scooters sharing the road. Be sure to check all of your mirrors carefully before making any lane changes.
- Never tailgate a motorcyclist or anyone on a scooter. It takes much more reaction time on a two-wheeled vehicle to make quick stops or avoid obstacles in the road. One wrong and rash move from the rider and they are probably going to have an accident. You do not want to further their injuries by running them over. You could also run into them if they slow or hit their brakes abruptly.
- If you are a motorcycle or scooter rider, be aware that often drivers of larger vehicles cannot see you clearly. Do not change lanes until you are certain the drivers around you have seen you and understand your intentions. Try to keep to one side or the other of your driving lane to make it easier for car and truck drivers to spot you in their mirrors.
- If you are a motorcycle or scooter rider, wear the proper protective safety gear to raise your chances of survival and sustain less injury should you be involved in an accident or be hit by another vehicle.
There are probably many more motorcyclists who live to ride their bikes and respect themselves and other drivers than there are the not so intelligent and inconsiderate ones who weave blindly in and out of traffic. It is these careless riders and the drivers who despise them that often cause deadly accidents to occur.
At the law firm of Hull & Zimmerman in Denver and Boulder, Colorado, we know how important enjoying the beautiful Colorado weather is to motorcyclists and scooter riders. If you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle or scooter accident, please contact our law firm today so that we can protect your rights and get you the compensation you deserve.
Greater Denver metro area and Colorado Personal Injury Lawyers.
Hull and Zimmerman, P.C.
2921 W. 120th Ave., Ste 220
Westminster, Colorado 80234
Phone: 303-423-1770
Fax: 303-423-2102
Toll Free: 1-866-385-3505
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