On behalf of Nelson & Rozier, LLP | Oct 4, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents
Santiago Algandar Soto and Lorena Villalba Espinoza of Bakersfield were killed on Wednesday, October 2 when their motorcycles were struck by a sedan which failed to yield to the cyclists’ right of way according to Bakersfield Police Department. Soto and Espinoza...
On behalf of Nelson & Rozier, LLP | Sep 20, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents
When people think about how they see the world, they often assume that they see everything in front of them, all the time. They may not focus on small details, but they still see them. Right? Not really. Science experts note that the eye is actually fairly similar to...
On behalf of Nelson & Rozier, LLP | Aug 23, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents
While it may sound counterintuitive to read this, there are some individuals out there that argue that motorcycles may be safer than cars. There are many reasons that they give to substantiate their claim. Motorists have been conditioned to believe that a car’s...
On behalf of Nelson & Rozier, LLP | May 31, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents
Crash experts are quick to point out that deadly motorcycle accidents happen far more often than they should; essentially, the percentage of motorcyclists who die in accidents is higher than it is for other vehicle types. This means that riders face a disproportionate...
On behalf of Nelson & Rozier, LLP | Apr 11, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents
You have been told for years that you should wear a helmet when you ride your motorcycle. Other riders have mentioned it. Friends have brought it up. Family members remind you every time you talk about riding. Eventually, you start thinking about the helmet as if it...
On behalf of Nelson & Rozier, LLP | Mar 15, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents can have the potential to be very serious. Riders of motorcycles have much less protection in the event of an impact, even when they are wearing a helmet. If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident, you may believe that the car involved...
On behalf of Nelson & Rozier, LLP | Jan 11, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents
If you want to stay in one piece when you ride a motorcycle, there’s one important rule to remember: “Ride like you’re invisible.” Because you probably are. The human mind has some fascinating ways of processing information — and much of...
On behalf of Nelson & Rozier, LLP | Jan 4, 2019 | Motorcycle Accidents
If you own a motorcycle, you know how much fun it is to head out on the open road and enjoy a ride through beautiful California. You also know that there are dangers lurking at every turn. A motorcycle offers zero protection to the rider and can easily be destroyed in...
On behalf of Nelson & Rozier, LLP | Nov 17, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents
A serious motorcycle accident can lead to road rash. While it often occurs on the arms and legs, it can happen anywhere. When you hit the pavement and slide at high speeds, even if you do not suffer broken bones or other serious injuries, you can absolutely do...
On behalf of Nelson & Rozier, LLP | Oct 11, 2018 | Motorcycle Accidents
California law has allowed lane-splitting for motorcyclists since January 2017. With lane-splitting, motorcyclists can ride in the spaces between cars on freeways and public roads. Now, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) has shared a list of safety guidelines about...
