Proner & Proner Law Blog

Helmet laws vary from state to state but in New York and surrounding cities, you are required by law to wear protective head gear while operating a motorcycle. Sadly, it is for this very reason that bikers who have been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident where they were not wearing a helmet do not file a claim. These types of accident victims believe that they won't be awarded compensation because they were breaking the law by not wearing a helmet in the first place.

Nothing can be more disconcerting than to have an accident that lands you in the hospital. No one is prepared for such an occurrence, especially if the injury happens when one is out and about doing something simple as running a daily errand.

Statistically speaking, most drivers will be in an accident at some point in their driving career. This sobering fact may make many of us apprehensive, but the good news is that most will be involved in minor fender benders.

According to the National Safety Council, the accidental death rate in the US is climbing. Studies indicate that these rates have risen to over 12 percent in the last decade. The NSC cautions that we could see well over 100, 000 deaths due to accidents in the upcoming year if trends continue.