When A Driver Says They Never Saw The Motorcycle

Introduction

After a motorcycle collision, drivers almost always say “I didn’t see the motorcycle.” A motorcycle collision claim can be more complex than it seems and carries serious legal consequences. Given its Motorcycle Awareness Month, this blog will focus on the leading factors that cause motorcycle accidents and why the legal claims that follow are rarely straightforward.

Motorcycle Vulnerability on the Road

Motorcyclists are often the most vulnerable vehicles on the road. This is because motorcycles are smaller in size, provide minimal protection, and are in general difficult to notice. They do not have the proper safety mechanisms that are built into cars, such as seatbelts or airbags. As a result, motorcycle collisions increase vulnerability and present a higher risk of catastrophic injury.