Wind blowing over your face and the thrill of speed – riding a motorcycle offers freedom like none other. However, this comes with the risk of fatal road crashes. In 2023 alone, road crashes claimed the lives of 134 motorcyclists in Colorado. Wearing a helmet can reduce the risk of head injuries. However, the lack of…
Colorado, where riding is a passion, boasts some of the most breathtaking and historic motorcycle riding routes. The winding paths with scene views make it a motorcyclist’s paradise. As thrilling as it is, riding a motorcycle comes with greater risks than driving a car. In 2024, Colorado witnessed 135 fatal crashes until July, and 15.5%…
Riding a motorcycle offers freedom, speed, and thrill that few other things can rival. However, motorcycles’ very nature, with bare minimum protection, makes them more vulnerable to high-speed crashes. Despite representing only 3% of registered vehicles in the US, motorcyclists were involved in 4.6% of all traffic fatalities and 3.5% of traffic-related injuries in 2022….
Wearing a motorcycle helmet is the most effective way to prevent a serious head or brain injury in a motorcycle crash. However, helmets are not legally required for motorcyclists over the age of 18 in the State of Colorado. If you were not wearing a motorcycle helmet at the time of your crash, you can…
Riding a motorcycle can come with distinct disadvantages if a motor vehicle accident occurs. In these situations, a motorcycle helmet may be one of the only forms of protection the motorcyclist has against serious injury. Colorado law may not require helmets for all motorcyclists, but it is still important to wear one for your safety….
In 2022, the number of motorcycle accident deaths in Colorado was higher than it had been in 20 years. The Colorado Department of Transportation recorded 149 motorcyclist deaths in 2022, representing 20 percent of all traffic fatalities in the state. If you operate a motorcycle in Colorado, our Denver motorcycle accident lawyers recommend it is…
