PRACTICE AREAS

Motorcycle Safety Equipment

If you are an avid motorcyclist, you should know that investing in the appropriate motorcycle safety equipment can not only protect you from being injured, but also spare your life in the event of a serious motorcycle accident.  Did you know that head injuries are the leading cause of death during motorcycle accidents (U.S. Department of Transportation/National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, State Legislative Fact Sheet)? Did you know that by wearing a helmet while riding your motorcycle you can reduce your chance of being killed during a motorcycle accident by 37% (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)?

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, people who do not wear helmets while riding their motorcycles are 40% more likely to suffer a fatal head injury and 15% more likely to suffer a non-fatal head injury.  By wearing motorcycle safety equipment, such as helmets, you can protect yourself from future harm. 

Here are some motorcycle safety equipment suggestions for you to consider:

1. Helmets.  If you plan to ride a motorcycle, you need to plan to wear a helmet. If you have a passenger riding with you, it is also important that the passenger wears a helmet, too.  Per the above mentioned statistics, it is plain to see that by wearing helmets, motorcyclists can reduce their chances of being injured or killed during major collisions. 
2. Glasses.  Motorcyclists should always invest in a pair of riding glasses.  Glasses that are designed specifically for motorcycle riding can obstruct the sun from blocking riders’ vision and also prevent road debris from getting into riders’ eyes.  Wearing glasses can reduce the chances people have of being involved in motorcycle crashes due to obstructed sight.
3. Boots.  When people are riding their motorcycles, it is always a wise idea to wear a pair of thick, leather boots. This type of footwear will not only protect people's feet from road debris, but also protect motorcyclists’ from burning their ankles and feet on their motors.
4. Leather Jackets.  Another motorcycle safety equipment investment that is worth considering is a leather jacket. Should you be involved in a collision, your leather jacket can protect you from bodily injuries to your arms, chest and back.
   
5. Gloves.  Motorcyclists should also consider investing in a special pair of riding gloves that will protect their hands in the event of a crash.

Even when motorcyclists utilize appropriate safety equipment when riding their bikes, there is still a chance that they may be involved in an accident and suffer horrendous injuries.  When this happens in the city of Houston, injured riders should always obtain the services of a Houston motorcycle accident attorney from Joel A. Gordon & Associates.  Our law office has the experience necessary to help victims of negligence recover monetary compensation for their serious motorcycle accident injuries and property damage.  Contact us now to set up a free consultation with our legal team.

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If you and/or a family member have suffered serious or fatal injuries due to an accident, you and/or the family member may be eligible to file a claim. However, persons seeking to preserve any potential legal claims should contact an attorney promptly because Texas has mandatory time periods ("Statute of Limitations") in which a lawsuit must be filed.