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If you are someone who rides a motorcycle, you must read this blog and speak with our experineced New Jersey personal injury attorneys to learn more about the motorcycle helmet laws in our state and how we can help you if you have been injured in a motorcycle accident. Here are some of the questions you may have:
What are the laws regarding wearing helmets on motorcycles in New Jersey?
The motorcycle helmet laws in New Jersey are abundantly clear: all motorcyclists must wear helmets that comply with the rules set out by New Jersey’s Director of Motor Vehicles. Additionally, these helmets must also be equipped with a neck or chin strap and have reflectors on both sides. Furthermore, all motorcyclists in New Jersey are required to wear protective eyewear.
What are the primary causes of motorcycle accidents?
Motorcycle accidents can happen for a number of reasons, but some of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents in Bergen County and throughout New Jersey include dangerous road conditions, inadequately designed roads, defective parts, and inclement weather. Unfortunately, however, the most common cause of accidents involving motorcycles is other driver negligence. As such, if you sustain injuries as a result of another person’s negligence, you may be entitled to financial compensation for the damages you have suffered.
What are some examples of driver negligence?
It’s important to understand that if you are injured as a result of another party’s negligent actions, you’ll need to show that they were acting negligently at the time of the collision, and that ultimately contributed to the crash. Common examples of driver negligence include:
- Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Texting while driving
- Smoking, eating, or navigating directions while driving
- Drowsy driving
- Speeding
- Failing to check blind spots
- Suddenly changing lanes
- Ignoring traffic lights or signs
- Disobeying other rules and regulations of the road
What should I do if I am injured in a motorcycle accident?
If you are injured in a motorcycle accident, the first thing you should do is call the police, who will send an ambulance to the scene of the accident. From here, you should ask the other driver for his or her insurance information, and ask anyone who witnessed your accident for their name, phone number, and email address. Next, take pictures of any damage caused by the accident. Once you are transported to and treated at a hospital, ask your doctor for medical documentation regarding your injuries. Lastly, it is very important that you significantly limit your social media posting once you have filed your claim. Insurance companies may be monitoring your account, waiting for you to post something that even slightly contradicts your claim, which they may use as evidence against you. Finally, retain the services of an experienced New Jersey personal injury attorney who can obtain all additional evidence needed to satisfy the burden of proof on your behalf.
What is the statute of limitations for motorcycle injury claims in New Jersey?
If you are injured in a motorcycle accident, you will have to file your personal injury claim within New Jersey’s statute of limitations. Since the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in New Jersey is, under most circumstances, two years, you will, generally, have two years from the date of your accident to sue. Do not make the mistake of waiting too long, for if you do, there is a very good chance that you will be barred from suing. Bear in mind that the sooner you bring your claim to our firm’s attention, the better. We are here to help.
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