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KANSAS CITY MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS ATTORNEY
In Kansas City, and across the state of Kansas, Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) most recent accident statistics report that bicycle and motorcycle accidents occur regularly. In 2014 alone, KDOT reported:
* 292 bicycle accidents (7 resulting in death),
* 980 motorcycle (48 resulting in death), and
* 128 moped/scooter(1 resulting in death).
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, "Only 1% of trips are taken by bicycle, across the United States, bicyclist face a higher rate of crash-related injury and deaths than occupants of motor vehicles do." (CDC). Traveling by motorcycle increase the risk by almost three times the rate.
Negligence
When on the road, whether in a car or on a motorcycle, you are to abide by traffic laws. You and the other drivers have a duty to each other. Negligence is when the other party falls short of their duty to you. Some instances of negligent behavior include:
Injuries
When considering the weight and speed potential of a automobile vs. motorcycle accident, it becomes immediately apparent why so many, of such accidents, result in serious injury or death. Some possible injuries include:
What might you be entitled to?
In Kansas City, and across the state of Kansas, Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) most recent accident statistics report that bicycle and motorcycle accidents occur regularly. In 2014 alone, KDOT reported:
* 292 bicycle accidents (7 resulting in death),
* 980 motorcycle (48 resulting in death), and
* 128 moped/scooter(1 resulting in death).
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, "Only 1% of trips are taken by bicycle, across the United States, bicyclist face a higher rate of crash-related injury and deaths than occupants of motor vehicles do." (CDC). Traveling by motorcycle increase the risk by almost three times the rate.
Negligence
When on the road, whether in a car or on a motorcycle, you are to abide by traffic laws. You and the other drivers have a duty to each other. Negligence is when the other party falls short of their duty to you. Some instances of negligent behavior include:
- Failure to yield or obey traffic signs/signals
- Distracted driving (ex. texting and driving)
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Speeding
- Driving on the wrong side of the road
- Driving to close to a bicyclist, etc...
Injuries
When considering the weight and speed potential of a automobile vs. motorcycle accident, it becomes immediately apparent why so many, of such accidents, result in serious injury or death. Some possible injuries include:
- Head injuries
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Burns
- Dislocated, broken, fractured limbs and/or bones
- Death
What might you be entitled to?
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Future earnings
- Mental anguish
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of consortium (in the case of a spouse)
The selection of T.Morton, and her personal injury team, is an important one and should not be taken lightly. We are dedicated to you and your case. We offer a competitive fee structure for winning your case. T. Morton, personal injury lawyer, will help you through the process and assists you in getting the compensation you deserve. Contact us for your free consultation 913.602.7288 or complete this FORM.
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