Motorcycles themselves are relatively less safe than a four-wheeled vehicle. A slight impact, an obstruction on the road, inattention and slippery road conditions can cause loss of balance. When these factors are combined with the stunts and high speeds that motorcyclists indulge in, fatal accidents are bound to happen.
The Ontario Provincial Police recently conducted extensive research on this topic and came up with crucial findings that focused on driver behavior. In the last decade, nearly 300 motorcyclists have been killed in accidents, with more than half of them caused by the unlawful/unsafe behavior of riders. Of the remainder killed were passengers and other riders who had committed no fault and were killed because of the negligence of unsafe drivers.
Many people wrongfully assume that motorcycle accident deaths are caused only by young, inexperienced drivers, but in fact, the highest rate of fatality is among the 45-55 year olds. Though road and weather conditions could affect riding skills and visibility there is no evidence to show that this is a contributing factor in a fatal crash. In fact, many of the deceased were on dry roads.
In general, motorcyclists in Ontario may recognize that they are vulnerable, but often, by being part of a group, they may become over-confident and careless. They are liable to be booked under Ontario’s stunt driving law.
If a loved one has been killed in a motorcycle crash, apart from the pain, trauma and shock that the family members experience, they have certain rights and are also entitled to compensation. Statutory benefits can be claimed from the victim’s insurance company but if the accident has been caused by the negligence of another person, our free consultation Woodland-beach injury lawyers can give you a frank and genuine legal opinion about the viability of your claim. Our catastrophic injury lawyers can ensure that your rights as a family member of the deceased are safeguarded.
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