Last updated 1 day 7 hours ago
As a motorcyclist, you run a much higher risk of injury than drivers, simply because you are less protected from an impact with the road or other vehicles. Often, drivers are reckless and this increases your risk of injury even more. To keep yourself as safe as possible when on the road, follow these tips:
- Slow down when approaching intersections. Many motorcycle accidents happen when a car is turning left at an intersection and does not see a motorcycle approaching from the opposite direction. In order to avoid this type of accident, slow down slightly as you approach an intersection. This will provide drivers with more time to notice you and respond.
- Be aware of blind spots. Reckless drivers don’t always check their surroundings carefully, especially their blind spots. With this in mind, a driver’s quick lane change could cost you your life if your motorcycle is in his blind spot. Try to stay in front of or behind a car, within the driver’s range of vision. If you’re riding around semi-trucks, be especially careful, because their blind spots are even larger.
- Ride defensively. Even though cars should do their part to avoid you, you also have to be proactive. Do your part to stay safe by driving defensively. Go the speed limit, be courteous to other drivers and stay aware of your surroundings. Even if other drivers are reckless, you’ll be able to react calmly and quickly to any changes in traffic.
- Wear protective clothing. You should always wear a helmet, heavy jacket and sturdy boots whenever you ride your motorcycle. This outfit will protect you from road rash and other injuries if you are in an accident. On a motorcycle, you are more vulnerable to injury than drivers in cars and you need to take steps to protect yourself.
If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident, call Lucas, Green & Magazine to discuss filing a personal injury claim to recover financial damages. Our experienced lawyers can help you through this difficult time. For a free consultation in our Tampa Bay office, call (727) 597-4861.
*Lucas, Green and Magazine has offices in New Port Richey, Clearwater and Spring Hill, Florida.
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The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create an attorney-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the firm or any individual attorney.
Last updated 6 days ago
Accidents involving semi-trucks can be especially dangerous because these vehicles are so large, giving them more momentum and conveying more force when they hit an object. When one of these devastating collisions occurs, one of several parties may be responsible:
- The driver. In some cases, an accident with a truck may be the result of operator error, perhaps due to simple carelessness, drug use or fatigue. Under federal regulations, drivers can only work a certain number of hours within a certain time span, though many disregard these limits in an attempt to complete trips more quickly and make more money. To facilitate this, they may also take drugs. Any one of these factors can lead to an accident. If more than one of the above factors is present, it can be a catastrophe.
- The trucking company. Companies may push their operators to drive above the legal number of hours, in order to complete trips faster and bring in more money. If an operator can prove that he worked excessive hours at the behest of his employer, the employer may be held liable for the resulting accident. Additionally, trucking companies have a responsibility to keep their vehicles in good condition. If they fail to do so and a resulting mechanical failure causes an accident, they may be liable.
- The truck manufacturer. If a mechanical failure results from a defect in the truck rather than poor maintenance, the manufacturer is at fault. This can be the result of a poorly designed component that does not function efficiently or a poorly manufactured component that breaks or malfunctions, despite the driver’s correct operation and the company’s correct maintenance.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident with a semi-truck, call Lucas, Green & Magazine today to discuss your legal options for filing a lawsuit. Accidents with semi-trucks can have especially severe injuries and you'll need compensation for medical bills and other costs. To schedule a free consultation with a personal injury attorney in our New Port Richey, Spring Hill or Clearwater office, call (727) 597-4861.
Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create an attorney-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the firm or any individual attorney.
Last updated 7 days ago
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you may have legal recourse against the driver who caused your injuries. To learn more about personal injury law as it relates to car accidents, check out this video.
In a personal injury lawsuit, you may be able to recover financial compensation for medical bills, lost wages, loss of enjoyment of life and any other costs. To be successful in court, you and your attorney will need to establish that the other driver was negligent.
There is more great information in this video about how to proceed after a car accident, but it is no substitute for advice from an experienced personal injury lawyer. For a free consultation to discuss your accident, call (727) 597-4861 to schedule an appointment with Lucas, Green & Magazine today. We have offices in New Port Richey, Spring Hill and Clearwater.
Last updated 14 days ago
The personal injury lawyers at Lucas, Green and Magazine wants to get the word out to anyone and everyone who may have ties to Florida and Gulf Coast Area. Our law firm is involved in another phase of the BP Oil lawsuits. New court orders were signed this week that could benefit those individuals, government agencies, realtors, and corporations that were affected by the Oil Spill.
You have to be able to show at least a 10% loss of income during a specific period of time (2010). We are holding FREE SEMINARS and if you feel more comfortable, FREE one to one meetings.
This is a time sensitive matter. Please contact our office for more information and to see if you may qualify. 1-800-4-injury, 727-849-5353, email britney@lgmlawgroup.com
Last updated 16 days ago
Last week, attorneys Jim Magazine and Steve Haskins won a case in Pasco county and our client was awarded an amount that is rarely awarded by juries in Pasco. With the help of Jim and Steve, their client (the plaintiff) was awarded $1,165,829.24.
Great job Jim and Steve!
More details:
Our client, a 43-year-old New Port Richey motorist, was hit in 2007 by an uninsured driver who ran a stop sign. Our client had uninsured motorists' coverage and the lawsuit was against his own insurance company, 21st Century. Our client's insurance policy was for $100,000, but 21st Century wouldn't pay the claim.
Read Tampa Bay Times' full article on the case.
Lucas, Green and Magazine has an excellent team of experienced lawyers in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. We have offices in New Port Richey, Clearwater and Spring Hill. For more information about our personal injury lawyers, please call 727-597-4861.
