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9/25/2010
Corey Walker
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The Dangers of Motorcycles

Because motorcycles are smaller, lighter, and less protective than most vehicles on the road, motorcycle riders are susceptible to far more dangers than other drivers. These dangers can lead to serious injuries in an Iowa motorcycle accident. If you have been injured in an Iowa motorcycle accident, you should contact a lawyer to discuss your legal options for seeking compensation, including filing an Iowa motorcycle accident claim.

The Dangers of Motorcycles

There are various dangers that can lead to a serious Iowa motorcycle accident. They include: 

  • Poor visibility - Because motorcycles are smaller than most of the other vehicles on the road, they are usually much harder to see. As a result, they can be easily obscured by a driver's blind spot or poor weather conditions.
  • Vulnerability to road hazards - Because motorcycles are small, light and have only 2 wheels, they are more vulnerable to road hazards such as potholes, oil slicks, puddles, debris, and patches of uneven pavement.
  • Speed wobble - At high speeds, a motorcycle's front wheel may begin to shake or wobble. This can be caused by poor tire alignment, and can cause a motorcycle rider to lose control of the bike. 

If you have been injured in an Iowa motorcycle accident, and want to file a motorcycle accident claim, you can get the professional help of an Iowa motorcycle accident lawyer.

You can learn more about Iowa motorcycle accidents by visiting our article library.

Contacting an Iowa Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Recovering damages can be complicated. The Iowa motorcycle accident lawyer team at Walker, Billingsley & Bair work hard to level the field between injured Iowans and insurance companies. That's why we provide this FREE book; The Legal Insider's Guide to Iowa Car Accidents: 7 Secrets to Not Wreck Your Case. To learn more about what our legal team will do to help you protect your Iowa injury claim, contact Walker, Billingsley & Bair to schedule a no-cost consultation - 888-792-3595.



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