In Michigan, people hear about traffic accidents every day. But if you look at the statistics, you will quickly realize why it is so important to follow all safety recommendations. -Motorcycles were involved in 1.2 percent of all traffic crashes in Michigan in 2007, but 8.2% of fatal crashes involved a motorcycle and 2.7% of accidents with a non-fatal injury involved a motorcycle. -Injuries were proportionately more severe to motorcyclists than to persons in Motor vehicles. -The 2007 mortality rate for motorcyclists was 15.68 per 100 million vehicle miles traveled. Motorcycle accidents occur for a variety of reasons, including poor weather conditions, negligent motorists and truck drivers, bad roads, and more. However statistics show that most motorcycle accident injuries are caused by the negligence of another driver. An often-overlooked fact is that the other drivers either fail to respect or pay attention to motorcycles. Regardless of why a motorcycle accident happens, it is important to be aware of your rights. This is especially true when an accident involves another car, truck, or other motor vehicle. Your rights and obligations vary from one state to another, but there are a unique set of laws if you are injured in a Michigan motorcycle accident. In Michigan, when a motorcycle is involved in an accident with a car or truck, the injured motorcyclist can often receive No Fault insurance benefits. This includes payment of medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care services, household chores, and more. Many of these benefits last a lifetime. Also, if the injured biker was not at fault in the accident, a claim can be filed against the negligent motorist or truck driver for the injuries. This includes claims for pain and suffering, disability, and loss of enjoyment of life. In cases involving death, the family of the biker can file a Michigan Wrongful Death Lawsuit in addition to seeking No-Fault insurance benefits. Under the statute of limitations in Michigan, a person injured in a motorcycle accident must generally file a lawsuit within three years. In cases involving minors or legally incapacitated persons, the limitations periods are often longer. The laws for motorcycle accidents in Michigan are very specialized and it is essential tha an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer be contacted as soon as possible after the accident. This is the best way to preserve evidence necessary to win the case and to make sure that all claims are filed before important deadlines. Waiting too long to hire a lawyer often results in missed opportunities and lost benefits.
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