How Long Does a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit Take in Florida?
April 17, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents are frequently catastrophic and sometimes fatal. In addition to dealing with your injuries, you will have to wait for compensation. This isn’t easy to do while you’re out of work with medical bills piling up. Certain things have to happen, however, before your motorcycle accident personal injury claim can be resolved. Motorcycle...
Read moreMotorcycle Passenger Rights After an Accident in Miami
February 28, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents are distressingly common on Miami roads. The dangers of riding a motorcycle extend not only to operators but to motorcycle passengers as well. Concerns are perhaps even more acute for motorcycle passengers because they have no direct control over the operators' decisions. Unfortunately, these decisions can be catastrophic or even tragic. If...
Read moreMotorcycle Parking Laws in Florida
February 9, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
One of the biggest advantages of owning a motorcycle is that it doesn’t take up much space. Thanks to their small profile, you can easily store multiple motorcycles in a single garage or park in a standard parking space with plenty of room to spare. However, just because your motorcycle can fit nearly anywhere...
Read moreMotorcycle Riding Safety in Miami, FL: What You Need To Know
January 6, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) identifies Florida as having one of the highest numbers of registered motorcycles in the United States, at just over 600,000 in 2021. It is easy to see why motorcycles are so popular, given the Sunshine State's ample sunlight and laid-back attitude. There is no doubt that motorcycling...
Read moreWhat Is the Safest Type of Motorcycle in Miami, FL?
December 5, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
There’s no question that riding a motorcycle can be a fun and exhilarating experience. Unfortunately, it can also be a dangerous one. The Florida Motorcycle Safety Coalition published a study that found an average of 550 motorcycle-related fatalities in Florida between 2016 and 2021. In 2022, this continues to be a serious problem. While...
Read more7 Common Motorcycle Crashes in Miami, FL, and How To Avoid Them
November 14, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents tend to follow common patterns. For example, drivers often fail to spot motorcycles on the road and will maneuver into them. And the inherent instability of motorcycles gives them a much smaller margin for error when making emergency stops or turns. According to Florida’s Crash Dashboard, Miami-Dade County had over 1,000 motorcycle...
Read moreHow Much Does a Helmet Improve Survival in a Miami Motorcycle Crash?
October 29, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
Over the last 20 years, the number of motorcycle fatalities in Florida has doubled. A study by the Florida Motorcycle Safety Coalition concluded that there was an average of 550 motorcycle fatalities per year in the state from 2016 to 2021. This study found that motorcycle fatalities accounted for 17% of all traffic fatalities...
Read moreHow Do Motorcycle Crash Bars Work?
October 11, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
Whether you’re new to motorcycle riding or an experienced motorcyclist, you know there are certain steps to take before you can hit the road. For example, you’ll need to get a special motorcycle license, register your motorcycle, and familiarize yourself with the rules of the road. Along with these essential steps, you must also...
Read moreWhat Should I Do If I Was Involved in a Motorcycle Accident in Miami?
October 2, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
While all motor vehicle accidents are potentially dangerous, motorcycle accidents tend to be even more so. The motorcyclist may be unconscious, and you may be confused about what to do. However, that does not necessarily mean that the accident is your fault. Below, the motorcycle accident lawyers from Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers discuss...
Read moreDo I Need Florida Motorcycle Insurance?
September 13, 2022 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycles give their riders a feeling of autonomy and freedom that passenger vehicles cannot provide. Because the State of Florida offers beautiful vistas and warm weather, it’s an ideal place for motorcyclists to ride. However, motorcycle accidents are unpredictable and often have dangerous consequences. If you have or are planning to purchase a motorcycle...
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