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Motorcycle Accidents

If you or a loved one sustained injuries as a result of a motorcycle accident, it is critical that you contact a motorcycle accident lawyer without delay. Often, drivers do not respect the rights of motorcyclists on the roadway. Motorcyclists are vulnerable due to the relative size of surrounding vehicles. It is vital that they obey the rules of the road at all times.

Even when you take all precautions and obey the rules of the road, you may have the unfortunate experience of being involved in an accident. In such circumstances, it is often the motorcyclist that sustains severe injuries including brain, spinal cord and/or orthopedic injuries. It is important that you not only obtain the necessary medical care and treatment but also protect your legal rights.

According to a recent Toronto Star article, Highway 401 is statistically the safest multi-lane roadway system in North America. The article cites the latest data from Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation indicating that the highway’s fatality rate of .62 per 10,000 licensed drivers is the lowest ever recorded in Ontario and the lowest in North America....
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