Drivers making left-hand turns: Inattentive drivers may simply fail to yield to a motorcycle in the roadway. Many motorcycle collisions occur when a car traveling in the opposite direction makes a left-hand turn at an intersection, directly into the path of a motorcycle traveling straight ahead.
Unsafe lane changes: As motorcycles are smaller than cars or trucks, they can easily get caught in the driver’s blind spot. A driver who fails to signal and perform a head check before changing lanes can cause a serious crash.
Tailgating: Following too closely is dangerous under any circumstances; however, a rear-end collision with a motorcycle can cause catastrophic or fatal injuries to the rider.
Dangerous road conditions: Motorcycles are lighter and less stable than passenger cars or trucks. Potholes, slick roadways, uneven pavement, debris, or dead animals in the road can cause a motorcycle rider to lose control of the bike and crash. Many of these can result in serious injuries including burns, visit our Jackson burn injury attorney page to learn more about your legal options and how our team can help.