Motorcycle Accidents
Common Places For Motorcycle Accidents in Houston
Brian White | February 13, 2024 | Motorcycle Accidents
Every major city has them: certain intersections or high-traffic areas where accidents are common. Motorcyclists need to be acutely aware of these crash hotspots because they are at a higher risk of being in a fatal traffic collision. The latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that motorcyclists make up 14% of… read more
What Is the Safest Type of Motorcycle?
Brian White | October 31, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
Many people find riding a motorcycle out on the open road to be fun and exciting. While motorcycles can be thrilling, they also pose a huge risk to those driving them. While other motor vehicles can certainly be safe drivers for motorcyclists by using a turning signal and giving them plenty of space, motorcyclists also… read more
What Are Texas Motorcycle Permit Restrictions?
Brian White | August 9, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
Like most other states in the country, Texas has a system in place for minors to acquire motor vehicle licenses. Known as the graduated driver license program, it allows Texans as young as 15 to receive permits to drive motorcycles. With that being said, younger motorcyclists must follow all the same laws that older motorcyclists… read more
Are Motorcycle Helmets Required by Law in Texas?
Brian White | June 15, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), motor vehicle crashes claimed the lives of 562 motorcycle riders in 2022. This figure marked an 8% increase over the previous year. Motorcyclists can be vulnerable on Texas roadways and throughout the country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), helmets saved an estimated… read more
Do I Need Motorcycle Insurance in Texas?
Brian White | May 12, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
Warm weather almost year-round means that Texas highways and city streets see plenty of motorcycle riders zipping in and out of traffic. Motorcycles lack the protection of a car or a truck, though, which means that the bike driver will often suffer grievous injuries in an accident. Motorcycle insurance can cover the medical bills and… read more
Motorcycle Passenger Rights After an Accident in Texas
Brian White | May 5, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
A total of 562 motorcyclists died, and 2,422 people were injured in motorcycle accidents in Texas in 2022, according to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). Some of these injuries and fatalities were the motorcyclists, while others were passengers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that motorcyclists are about 24 times more likely to… read more
Are There Different Types of Motorcycle Licenses in Texas?
Brian White | April 6, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
Driving a car is one activity, but operating a motorcycle is another. Riding a motorcycle requires a different set of skills than driving a car. That is why Texas, like other states, requires you to obtain a separate motorcycle license before you can legally operate a motorcycle on public roads. Texas offers more than one… read more
Driving Car Or Driving Motorcycle, Which Is Safer?
Brian White | March 29, 2023 | Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycles and cars are two of the most common vehicles on Texas roadways. You might be wondering which mode of transportation is safer here in the Lone Star State. Attorney Brian White Personal Injury Lawyers explains whether cars or motorcycles are safer. Is A Motorcycle Safer Than A Car? If you are wondering, “Is a… read more
What Are the Odds of Surviving a Motorcycle Accident in Houston, TX?
Brian White | October 7, 2022 | Motorcycle Accidents
It’s no secret that motorcycle riding can be a dangerous form of travel. Statistically, motorcyclists have a higher injury rate in vehicular accidents than those occupying passenger vehicles. After all, the very construction of a motorcycle leaves riders in a vulnerable position. If one thing goes wrong, the results could be catastrophic. Fatal motorcycle accidents… read more
Motorcycle Parking Laws in Texas
Brian White | September 7, 2022 | Motorcycle Accidents
Texas, as the second largest state in the country, offers miles and miles of road for motorcycle riders to enjoy. It is estimated that there are over 400,000 registered motorcycles in the state. Riding a motorcycle can be exhilarating. With the bump in gas prices, they are also a smart economical choice. Before you hit… read more