South Carolina Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

Motorcycle accidents and deaths have been on the rise since 1997. With more and more baby boomers taking to the road, there has also been a dramatic increase in the number of motorcycle registrations. According to recent statistics released by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), 4,008 motorcyclists died in the United States in 2004 alone and 76,000 were injured. Half of all motorcycles involved in the fatal crash collided with another vehicle.

Often, the carelessness or negligence of other drivers is the cause of these tragic accidents. According to one study, in about two-thirds of motorcycle accidents, the driver of another vehicle was responsible for crashing into a motorcycle. The main cause of such accidents is the driver’s failure to allow the lead to the motorcycle or making an unsafe lane change. Some drivers also fail to check their blind spots or in their eagerness to make a U-turn or a left turn, don’t spot an oncoming motorcyclist.

Still, motorcycle accidents may occur because of other factors such as defective or malfunctioning motorcycle parts, poor maintenance, dangerous road conditions such as potholes or a spilled load from a big-rig or truck. Motorcycle accident cases are complex because of the resources and expertise it takes to investigate them. It often requires the services of a personal injury attorney with extensive litigation experience and a successful track record with motorcycle accident cases.

Product liability claims may be made in motorcycle accidents when there is a manufacturing or design defect that caused the injuries or death. Certain defective motorcycle parts could have been defectively designed or manufactured in which case the manufacturer could be held liable.

The Louthian Law Firm has earned a reputation for representing South Carolina motorcycle accident victims for decades. We have the resources to consult and utilize the best accident reconstruction experts and investigators who can help secure much-needed evidence in these cases.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, please call The Louthian Law Firm to discuss your case. Consultations are always free.