Motorcycle Accidents Blog

The Evolution of Motorcycle Safety

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on August 20, 2013December 7, 2022 in Motorcycle Accidents

From a statistical standpoint, riding a motorcycle in the United States has never been safer. Unfortunately, however, motorcycle accident injuries and fatalities still account for a significant percentage of all motor vehicle collision injuries and fatalities today. The motorcycle safety evolution has come a long way since the late 1880s when the first motorcycle was […] Read More

Riding in Weather Conditions

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on July 10, 2013November 1, 2023 in Motorcycle Accidents

Florida sees nearly 54 inches of rain each year, and even more here in West Palm Beach – more than 62 inches, according to data from the Florida Climate Center. Rain doesn’t necessarily dictate that a motorcycle driver skip a ride, after all, the sun tends to come out in South Florida; however, riding in […] Read More

Florida Motorcycle Riding Classes & Schools

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on May 9, 2013February 6, 2024 in Motorcycle Accidents

Each year thousands of motorcyclists are injured in motorcycle accident s and hundreds more are involved in fatal accidents. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles there were more than 8,600 motorcycle smashes recorded in 2011 and more than 400 motorcyclists were killed in these accidents. Learning proper riding form as […] Read More

Motorcycle Passenger Injuries

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on May 7, 2013October 30, 2023 in Motorcycle Accidents

Statistics provided by A Safer Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles demonstrates that motorcycle accident s totaled for 6,884 injuries, 394 deaths, and 425 damages throughout 2010. Of these accidents, it is evident that many of these crashes must have involved passengers riding on the motorcycle. Additionally, many of the deaths which occurred from motorcycle […] Read More

What To Do After a Crash

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on April 30, 2013October 27, 2023 in Motorcycle Accidents

Florida has the second highest number of registered motorcycles throughout the United States with more than 570,000 motorcycles registered. Additionally, approximately 14% of these motorcycles are registered in Broward, Palm Beach, and Martin counties. With so many motorcycles registered throughout the state, the likelihood of being involved in a crash with another motorcycle or vehicle […] Read More

Traffic Fines

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on April 25, 2013October 31, 2023 in Motorcycle Accidents

Statistics provided by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles demonstrate that there was a total of 9,618 motorcycle accident s across the state in 2008. Of these accidents, there were 532 total fatalities and 8,519 total injuries. As Florida is known for providing its residence and vacationers with its endless summer, motorcyclists […] Read More

Motorcycle Street Racing

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on April 4, 2013November 1, 2023 in Motorcycle Accidents

There are many types of motorcycles used for riding with motocross, sports bikes and superbikes often being used in organized racing events. Due in part to the popularity of these sports, street racing has also become a popular activity for many riders – despite being dangerous and illegal when performed on public roads. When two […] Read More

Types of Motorcycles

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on March 23, 2013December 7, 2022 in Motorcycle Accidents

Since the 19th century two-wheeled vehicles have been used and nowadays motorcycles are actually the most common mode of transportation around the globe. There are many types of motorcycles available which may be part of the vehicle’s appeal along with how much less they may cost compared to passenger cars.Unfortunately the larger the amount of […] Read More

Helmet Design Evolution

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on March 21, 2013October 31, 2023 in Motorcycle Accidents

Throughout the years, several studies have been able to prove that by wearing a helmet while operating a motorcycle can greatly reduce your chance for injury. A study showed that by wearing a helmet on a motorcycle, individuals reduce their risk for a head injury by 69 percent and death by 42 percent. Additional reports […] Read More

Motorcycle Speeding Accident

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on March 16, 2013October 31, 2023 in Motorcycle Accidents

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that about 11 percent of all motor vehicle collisions in the United States today involve motorcycles. With millions of traffic crashes occurring each year, this 11 percent account for a significant number of accidents. Sadly, motorcycle accident injuries are typically far more severe when compared to a […] Read More

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