November 21, 2019
Motorcycle Accidents Increasing Faster than New Motorcycles and Drivers
As if the fact that motorcycle wrecks continue to occur frequently, the number of motorcycle accidents resulting in severe injuries or death is growing at a rate of more than double the amount of new motorcycles/drivers in the United States. Statistics from the United States Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…
April 23, 2019
Common Providence Motorcycle Accident Injuries
Unlike cars and trucks, motorcycles lack many of the safety features of a vehicle that are meant to save your life, such as seatbelts, airbags and anti-lock brakes. Because of this, injuries involving a motorcycle are usually much more serious, in even the slightest of an accident. With many motorcycle riders reluctant to wear safety…
April 19, 2019
Factors That Contribute to the High Rate of Motorcycle Accidents in Rhode Island
Motorcycle accidents in Rhode Island often result in serious injuries or even fatalities. Statistics show that motorcyclists are 35 times more likely to suffer an injury compared to those traveling in other passenger vehicles. Often, when a motorcycle collides with another vehicle, it is the rider and/or passenger who gets seriously injured or killed because…
November 2, 2018
What Determines Who is at Fault in a Car, Truck, Motorcycle, or Bicycle Accident?
The party at fault in a car, truck, motorcycle or bicycle accident is the party who has generally have acted negligently, carelessly or willfully ignored traffic laws. Laws ensure that those negligent persons are held responsible and that the injured parties are awarded damages. How Exactly Do These Laws Work? Here are some tips on…
October 11, 2018
7 Safety Tips: Motorcycle Riding in Traffic
Riding a motorcycle can feel like flying. It can get the blood pumping in your veins and adrenaline levels high. It can be one of the most liberating and thrilling experiences you can have in life. There is nothing between you and the wind in your face; it presses against your body, making your jeans…
May 9, 2018
May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: Why It’s Important
May is recognized as National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. During this month, states across the nation build awareness with their motorcycle safety campaigns. You’ll hear messages such as “Look twice for motorcycles” or “Watch for motorcycles.” While having a month dedicated to motorcycle safety may seem like a lot of time, it is absolutely critical…
April 11, 2018
Motorcycle Safety Tips for the Spring
The first blush of warm spring weather in Rhode Island brings out motorcyclists. There are more than six million motorcycles on our nation’s roadways, according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Before revving up your engine, it is important to pay close attention to tips that can help prevent injuries or fatalities…
May 30, 2017
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month: Tips for Safe Driving
Summer is just around the corner. It’s the time when motorcycles are everywhere in the New England area. While motorcycles are fun to ride, they can also be extremely dangerous. The numbers tell the story. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), in 2015, 4,976 motorcyclists and passengers died in crashes. Nonfatal injuries that year…
July 25, 2016
Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Accident
If you have ever been involved in a motorcycle accident, you understand just how painful and stressful the aftermath can be. After treating any injuries and taking time to rest, many people who have been in these circumstances ask themselves, “What do I do now?” We here at d’Oliveira and Associates want to offer some…
July 22, 2016
What are the Motorcycle Helmet Laws in Rhode Island?
Motorcycle helmet laws are often controversial. It seems like they should be a no-brainer. Helmets have been proven to protect motorcyclists and passengers from traumatic brain injuries or fatalities that are caused by catastrophic head injuries. But, there is often a resistance to these types of laws from some motorcyclists who believe the government is…