Learn the differences between motorcycle and car accident cases in this video, then contact our Southwest Florida lawyers to get started. Question: How are motorcycle accident claims different than car accident claims? Answer: Motorcycle injury claims are a bit different than automobile crash claims in Florida for several reasons. One of the biggest things that […]
Category Archives: Motorcycle Accidents
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Jan
Jan
Have you been injured in a motorcycle accident and have questions about what to expect after a motorcycle accident? Call our Florida lawyers. 1) Selecting a Motorcycle Accident Attorney If you’re injured in a motorcycle crash in Florida, you need to select an attorney who specializes in personal injury and specifically motorcycle accidents. Motorcycle accidents […]
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Jun
Jun
Do you know what common mistakes after a motorcycle accident claim to avoid? Watch this video, then call our lawyers in Southwest Florida. Question: What are common mistakes people make if they have been injured in a motorcycle accident? Answer: Some of the most common mistakes that we see people involved in motorcycle crashes in […]
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Dec
Dec
Can’t wait to celebrate the end of 2020? Be careful! Unfortunately, personal injuries on New Year’s Eve and Day are not uncommon. Causes of personal injuries on New Year’s Eve can include: Car accidents Drunk driving Slip-and-fall accidents Premises liability accidents Fireworks accidents Pedestrian accidents Dog bite accidents While officials are not quite sure what to expect for New […]
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Dec
Dec
Dry January Observing Dry January by abstaining or reducing alcohol consumption is a growing trend, and this year, Dry January may be needed more than ever. According to Nielsen’s market data, total alcohol sales outside of bars and restaurants have surged roughly 24% during the pandemic. Spirits with higher alcohol content rose more than 27% over last year. These alcohol trends in […]
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Oct
Oct
National Teen Driver Safety Week, which is Oct. 18-24, is designed to raise awareness of teen driving risks among parents and teenagers. The pandemic paused graduations and proms, but one rite of passage has not been put on hold for most teenagers. Teens are still able to get their driver’s license starting at age 16. Getting behind the wheel can be one of the most exciting and dangerous […]
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Jul
Jul
Charlotte County shows an alarming trend: ATV accidents on the rise. During the pandemic, experts say that outdoors is the safest place to be to avoid exposure to the virus. More riders can mean more ATV accidents. It’s no surprise, then, that the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) reports that so far this year, sales are […]
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Jan
Jan
The team of Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice & Purtz was proud to support Rev it Up Bike Night at the Shell Factory on Jan. 16. Food specials and Happy Hour benefited Shell Factory’s nature park foundation, and our team was on hand to answer questions about motorcycle law and safety. As experienced trial lawyers, Goldstein, […]
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Oct
Oct
Support Walk Like MADD, or Mothers Against Drunk Driving, on Sept. 28. The event included 162 runners, 191 walkers, 18 dogs, 65 volunteers and two goats who took 3.514 million steps. But it’s not over. Donations to support Walk Like MADD will remain open until Nov. 28 to reach the goal of $60,000. You can […]
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May
May
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Despite efforts every year to increase awareness of motorcycle and bicycle safety, there’s no getting around that accidents happen. More cars, more people and more distractions guarantee it. The combination of great motorcycle weather and distracted or inattentive drivers of motor vehicles in Florida is deadly. Nearly 600 motorcycle […]
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