“Watch For Motorcycles – Save A Life!” – Road safety slogan
It’s a fact that motorcycle riders, bicyclists and pedestrians are among the most at-risk road users anywhere in the world. Reports by Ontario Provincial Police released in July 2016 pegged the year as one of the deadliest for motorcycle riders, since 25 motorcyclists had lost their lives in collisions up till July. Most of these accidents occurred at intersections, where motorists were not paying enough attention.
If you or a dear one has been injured in a bike collision, contact an Ottawa car accident lawyer immediately to protect your rights and evaluate the possibility of seeking compensation for your injuries.
Why Are Bikers At Risk?
Experienced Ottawa personal injury lawyers know from experience that bikers are presumed to be daredevil riders, but in fact, most of them are law-abiding, safe drivers. Most of them wear safety gear and comply with road regulations, but they face huge risks from larger vehicles on the road. Being a two-wheeler, a bike’s balance can be upset by the merest touch of a passing vehicle.
Distracted driving is the number one cause of accidents. Many bikers who have been riding for decades are today extremely nervous about sharing the road with car drivers who are texting, sending mails, applying make-up, answering their phones, eating, drinking, reaching out to adjust radios, GPS etc. and taking their eyes off the road.
Other reasons include aggressive or speeding car drivers, road rage, failure to yield, ignoring or disobeying road signs, impaired driving, poor visibility and road conditions, animal crossings, etc.
We Can Help!
Bike accidents usually result in serious injuries that put a huge physical, financial and emotional burden on the injured and their families. Contact the nearest personal injury lawyer in Ottawa as soon as the accident happens, after ensuring that medical help has been provided to the injured and the police/traffic authorities have been informed.
It’s also crucial to inform your insurance company immediately. Our 24 hour injury lawyers can come to your assistance immediately and ensure that your rights are protected and the process of building a robust claim for compensation from those responsible for the accident is started immediately.
If you, your family or a friend has been injured in an accident, please feel free to speak to one of our injury lawyers for a free consultation about how we are able to assist in making a personal injury claim. We consult in all cities across Ontario with a no win no fee guarantee. Our personal injury lawyers have helped victims secure millions of dollars in personal injury cases. Call us Toll Free On our 24/7 Injury Hotline: 1 – 844 495 7333 or Text a Personal Injury Lawyer 24/7 and get instant help. (416 931 5015)
