Should You Go The Doctor After a Motorcycle Accident Even if You Do Not Notice an Injury?

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Crash Facts and Statistics provides that in the year 2014, there were 3,281 motorcycle accidents in the State of Pennsylvania and that 184 of those accidents included fatalities.  That report also states that while the total number of motorcycle accidents in Pennsylvania decreased in 2014 by 4.2%, the total number of motorcycle accidents involving a fatality increased by 5.1% ^[1].   The U.S. Department of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that through 2008, lower extremity injuries were the most common injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents, followed by upper extremity and head injuries and that motorcyclists involved in accidents sustained more leg injuries with bone fractures being the most common type of injury [2].  These statistics remind us of the severity of the injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident, to both driver and passengers alike, and suggest that anyone involved in a motorcycle accident may require medical attention even if their injuries are not initially obvious. 

CALL A PHILADELPHIA MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY

Even if you do not believe that you are injured, it is important to visit a doctor or other qualified medical professional as soon as possible following a motorcycle accident.  After you receive medical treatment, you should contact a Philadelphia motorcycle accident lawyer to schedule a free consultation. 

Motorcycle accident victims, both riders and passengers, are often entitled to financial compensation under Philadelphia law. For this reason, anyone injured in a motorcycle accident should retain an experienced Philadelphia motorcycle accident attorney.  At the Levin Firm, we understand how difficult it can be if you are involved in a motorcycle accident.  We know how to evaluate your situation based upon the facts of your case and to investigate these types of accidents.  We can assist you in dealing with insurance companies or to file a claim against any party that may be liable for your injuries so that you can receive the full amount of compensation that is owed to you.  Please call 215-825-5183 to schedule a free consultation today or call our toll free number at 877-825-8542.

References

[1]  http://www.dot.state.pa.us/public/Bureaus/HighwaySafety/Web%20Development/Crash%20Facts%20Book/2014_CFB_linked.pdf

[2] http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/Pubs/810982.pdf

Truck Accidents in Adverse Weather

Truck drivers are expected to comply with all traffic laws, abide by regulations set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA),¹ and to drive in a reasonably safe manner. What is considered to be “reasonably safe” can change depending on different factors, however. For example, safe driving behaviors on an open highway may not necessarily be safe in heavy traffic or in a construction zone. One important factor truck drivers must always consider when driving safely is the weather.

Rain, ice, fog, snow, and sleet can all make roads extremely dangerous. Truck drivers may drive through many different areas of the country and sometimes may experience several different weather patterns in one trip. This means they need to be prepared for any type of adverse weather and also must adjust their driving based n changing weather.

Unfortunately, truck drivers do not always slow down or take necessary precautions in adverse weather. They are driving the largest, heaviest vehicles on the road and, therefore, they may have more control than drivers of small passenger vehicles. This does not make it safe to drive faster than other traffic or to follow too closely. Instead, truck drivers should be well aware of what driving behaviors are prudent in adverse weather and what could lead to a collision. If a driver is operating a truck at speeds too fast for the weather conditions, they can be found negligent even if they were traveling within the posted speed limit. Negligent truck drivers and their employers can be held accountable for the losses of victims of accidents that may occur.

Schedule a free consultation with a Philadelphia truck accident attorney

Commercial truck cases are often challenging, as trucking corporations have attorneys and insurance companies working to dispute your claims and avoid liability. The Levin Firm has the resources to take on these companies to hold truck drivers and their employers accountable for their negligent actions so that you can fully recover financially for your losses. Consultations are always free of charge, so please call us at 215-825-5183 so we can get started on your case.

¹https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/regulations