Motorcycle accidents caused by animals can be deadly. Animals in the road – particularly deer – can cause accidents with all sorts of vehicles. However, these accidents are especially deadly if they involve motorcyclists. According to one statistic, almost 70 percent of accidents between motorcyclists and deer lead to injury or death. The last thing any rider wants is to … Read More
Avoiding Motorcycle Accidents This Summer
While the heat can be challenging at times, most motorcyclists agree that summer is a great time for riding. The roads are more likely to be dry and the days are long. However, it is important to remember that riding in summer can be dangerous for multiple reasons. As your Utah motorcycle accident lawyer, we want to keep you safe. … Read More
Utah Motorcycle Safety Tips for Summer
At Carlson Injury, we are consistent proponents of motorcycle safety. Our motorcycle accident law firm has represented enough injured motorcyclists to appreciate the value of safe riding practices. Of course, we also understand that you can be riding perfectly and still get in a motorcycle accident. Ultimately, our goal is to keep you safe on Utah roads and to help … Read More
5 of the Most Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries in Utah
Riding a motorcycle exposes you to a higher risk of injury than driving a car – a fact that every motorcyclist is aware of. But exactly what types of injuries are you likely to sustain in a motorcycle accident? Here we will take a look at some of the most common motorcycle accident injuries to get a clearer picture of … Read More
Safety Tips for Winter Riding on Utah Roads
At Carlson Injury Law, we are passionate advocates for motorcycle safety. We think it is particularly important to focus on safety during the winter. And before you ask who would go riding in January in Utah, remember just how dedicated some riders are. All it takes is a clear day and dry roads to get some riders out on the … Read More
Motorcycle Safety Tips for Utah
Any motorcycle safety course will tell you – visibility is one of the fundamental requirements of safe riding. This is true whether you are riding through a Provo neighborhood or cruising I-15 from one end of Utah to the other. Drivers are notorious for failing to look out for motorcyclists. By making your body and your motorcycle more visible, you … Read More
Why You Should Never Accept a Motorcycle Accident Payout Without Consulting an Attorney
Many people in Utah – including motorcyclists – want to trust others. That’s why it is so common for victims in motorcycle accidents to accept settlements when insurance companies offer them. But the truth is, most would be better off not trusting insurance companies. Insurance companies are in business to make money. They do that by paying out as little … Read More
Texting and Drunk Driving: What You Need to Know
Even minor automobile accidents in Utah can be traumatic. But if you have been involved in an accident with a driver who has been grossly negligent, such as one who was drunk or texting while driving, the damage to your health and property may be extensive. The good news is that if it can be proven that the other driver … Read More
Utah State Laws Overview: A Motorcycle Accident
When you ride a motorcycle, you know that when it comes to accidents it’s not a matter of if but of when. Of course, if you are a careful rider you do everything in your power to avoid accidents. Unfortunately, you cannot control other drivers. If those around you on the road are not careful, they can cause an accident … Read More
