Hundreds of motorcyclists are injured on Orange County roads each year. Many suffer serious injuries that require long-term medical treatment, resulting in hefty hospital bills and lost wages. Sadly, insurance companies will often resist covering these losses. This is why having a dedicated Orange County motorcycle accident lawyer on your side can make all the difference. At Kubota & Craig, our team has the experience and dedication needed to fight for your rights as an injured victim.
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Lane Splitting
One of the most common causes of accidents involving motorcyclists is when they collide with vehicles turning left. The drivers of these vehicles are often not paying attention and fail to yield the right of way to the motorcyclists. Another cause of these collisions is when motorcyclists ride between lanes of traffic, also known as lane splitting. While this practice is legal in California, it is still dangerous and can result in serious injuries for motorcyclists.
The First Steps After a Motorcycle Accident
If you have been injured in a motorcycle crash, it is important to take immediate steps to protect your rights. This includes getting to a safe place out of the way of traffic, seeking medical treatment for any injuries that you have suffered and collecting information at the scene. This may include taking pictures with your smartphone, obtaining the names and numbers of witnesses and getting the contact information for the at-fault driver(s). It is also important to save all medical bills as they will be a significant factor in the amount of damages you are able to recover.