If you ride a motorcycle, chances are you have seen some close calls on the road. With spring and summer riding season finally here, you might be anxious to take your first long ride of the year. But, it is important to be aware of the potential dangers other drivers...
Motorcycle Accidents
One-Million Dollar Policy Limit Settlement In Motorcycle Case
Charles M. Rittgers, pictured here with a local treasure hunter, recently resolved a case prior to trial for the maximum policy limit of one-million dollars. The metal-detector in this picture was used to find the motorcycle's headlamp that detached during the crash....
Every Motorcycle Owner Should Have Uninsured And Underinsured Insurance Coverage
A recent Ohio motorcycle case highlights the importance of your motorcycle insurance coverage Uninsured motorist coverage (UM) protects you in the event you are injured when the at-fault driver does not have any insurance. Underinsured motorist coverage...
Motorcycle safety and autonomous vehicles
When a car and a motorcycle collide, the fault often lies with the driver of the automobile. The typical excuse from the driver is that he or she never saw the motorcycle. In other words, driver error is the most likely cause of crashes involving cars and motorcycles....
Motorcycle Accident Settlements And Jury Verdicts
Motorcycles are growing in popularity. Unfortunately, that also means that motorcycle accidents are on the rise. With more than 8 million motorcycles on American roads, perhaps it is unsurprising that nearly 100,000 motorcyclists are injured each year. Among those...
Accidents And Motorcycle Insurance
It is illegal to drive your motorcycle on Ohio roads without meeting certain minimum requirements for financial responsibility. Most riders meet that standard by buying motorcycle insurance. Insurance coverage is tied to the vehicle, not the individual. If you have an...
Handling Motorcycle Accidents When There Is No Contact Between The At-Fault Driver And Motorcycle
Most experienced motorcyclists attempt to avoid collisions by laying down the bike prior to impact. The most common scenario for laying down a bike occurs when a passenger car or truck drives into the oncoming path of the motorcycle by failing to yield the legal right...
Keep Riding Or Store Your Motorcycle?
For many, the 2015 motorcycle season is over in Ohio. For some, the hope of a few more sunny days in the 50s is keeping their bikes out of storage. There are some riders, however, who will continue to ride throughout the winter. While Ohio does not have ideal weather...
Infographic: The Impact Of Motorcycle Accidents
Take a look at our infographic with soe quick-hitting motorcycle accident statistics. If you want to know more about choosing an attorney to handle your motorcycle injury case, read our FREE White Paper: The Attorney You Choose Impacts the Settlement or Verdict of...
Free Motorcycle White Paper From Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima
The Attorney You Choose Impacts the Settlement or Verdict of Your Motorcycle Accident Case recently authored a new White Paper discussing the importance of selecting the right lawyer after you are injured in a motorcycle crash. Whether or...