West Bend Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Motorcycle accidents can occur for various reasons, and identifying the cause of the crash is one of the most important steps. Once our lawyers know how the crash occurred, we can identify the parties responsible and begin working toward holding them liable for your losses. Some of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents in Washington County, Wisconsin, are:

• Driver Inattention: While most drivers check their mirrors for other cars and trucks before changing lanes, they don’t always check for motorcycles. Drivers who aren’t paying attention and merge into or make right turns in front of motorcycles put riders at risk.
• Failure to Yield: When turning left at intersections or onto major roads, drivers must yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic. When drivers don’t yield the right-of-way to motorcycle riders, it can cause them to collide with the vehicle that turned in front of them.
• Tailgating: Motorcycles require less distance to stop than larger vehicles. In general, the heavier a vehicle is, the longer it takes to stop. When other motorists tailgate motorcycle riders, they may not be able to react and stop in time if the rider has to brake, leading to dangerous rear-end collisions.
• Poor Road Conditions: Poorly maintained roads, such as those with large potholes, faded road lines, uneven lanes, missing road signs, and faulty traffic signals, can contribute to motorcycle accidents. Government entities and the construction companies they hire to maintain public roads may be liable if these conditions contributed to your accident.
• Vehicle Defects: In some cases, part defects can lead to motorcycle accidents, such as if you suffer a brake failure or tire blowout. The manufacturer may be liable if the defect was introduced during the manufacturing process.