The short answer is yes. Studies cited by IIHS and NHTSA show helmets substantially reduce the risk of death and traumatic brain injury in motorcycle crashes. Unhelmeted motorcyclists are 3 times more likely to suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) compared to those wearing DOT-compliant helmets. However, the relationship between helmet use and injury claims involves more than just statistics. Tennessee bikers need to understand how helmet laws work, what data actually shows about protection levels, [...]

A spinal cord injury can turn your life upside down in a moment. You might be enjoying a ride through Tennessee, and suddenly, you’re dealing with a medical condition that will affect you for years. Motor vehicle crashes cause nearly 40% of new spinal cord injuries in the United States each year according to recent NSCISC data. If you survive such an injury, the next step is figuring out how to get the support and resources [...]

Every vehicle accident is an unwelcome surprise, but motorcycle accidents are uniquely dangerous. In car accidents, occupants are protected by a sturdy metal frame, airbags, and seatbelts. Motorcyclists are protected by no more than a helmet and specialized riding gear. This means that these accidents often lead to more severe injuries and higher settlement values. Unfortunately, this doesn’t mean that victims have any easier of a time getting the compensation they deserve. You’ll still need to [...]

Unexpected road hazards can quickly turn a routine ride into a dangerous motorcycle crash. The injuries that follow can be severe—even life-changing. If a hazardous road condition played a role in your wreck, it’s important to understand who may be accountable. Speaking with a Knoxville motorcycle accident lawyer is a good first step in determining your options, including whether or not you can pursue compensation for your injuries. What types of road hazards can cause motorcycle [...]

When a motorcycle accident leads to life-changing injuries, the stakes couldn’t be higher for both victims and their families. The physical, emotional, legal, and financial consequences of a serious motorcycle accident can have a resounding impact on numerous facets of a victim’s life and fundamentally alter the way people engage with the world around them. On the long road to recovery, many accident victims choose to pursue personal injury claims against negligent parties that contributed to [...]

Every year, motorcycle crashes cause tens of thousands of injuries across the United States. Despite accounting for merely a fraction of all motor vehicle miles driven around the country, motorcycle accidents are responsible for an overwhelming number of life-altering injuries and deaths on U.S. roadways. Road rash and burn injuries are some of the most common injuries associated with motorcycle accidents. These injuries can vary significantly in severity, with some appearing [...]

In 2024 alone, there were close to 3,000 motorcycle crashes across Tennessee, resulting in more than 1,700 personal injuries. Despite accounting for only a small fraction of Tennessee’s motor vehicle accidents, motorcycle crashes disproportionately lead to devastating outcomes like traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). These injuries have the ability to completely alter the trajectory of an accident victim’s life, leading to long-lasting physical, emotional, and financial consequences. Let’s take a closer look at the relationship between motorcycle [...]

Motorcyclists often suffer life-threatening injuries in the event of an accident, as motorcycles don’t offer the same protections as cars and trucks. In Tennessee, 200 motorcyclists died in 2023, which indicates an increase of 51 people as compared to 2022. There were also 3,090 motorcycle crashes in 2023. Many of these accidents are caused by drivers breaking traffic laws. It’s important to understand the rules and regulations about riding a motorcycle in Tennessee. Make sure you [...]

When motorcycles collide with cars, trucks, other motorcycles, or just the roadway, the riders are usually severely hurt. Often, a motorcycle rider or passenger collides with another vehicle and then strikes the ground. Many riders see their lives flash before their eyes. Motorcyclists often need emergency room care. Many motorcycle accident victims need to be admitted to the hospital for surgeries. Common injuries include broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, paralysis, and traumatic amputations. [...]

Motorcycle accidents are usually severe, traumatic, and life-altering due to their much smaller size compared to trucks and automobiles. In fact, motorcycle riders often suffer catastrophic injuries, which may cause them to cope with pain and suffering for the rest of their lives. When going through a tough and time-consuming recovery from a motorcycle accident, you may feel lost and overwhelmed about how to navigate the motorcycle accident insurance claim process in Knoxville, TN. When this [...]

Riding a motorcycle can feel so exciting and liberating. However, it can have its moments of horror. Imagine this: as you were driving on the highway, you found yourself in a situation that you had always feared. While driving along, not far from your exit, a car didn’t realize you were in their blind spot and changed lanes. They made contact with you, and the impact caused both you and your bike to skid about 25 [...]

Tennessee law currently requires that motorcycle drivers and passengers wear a crash helmet that complies with specific federal safety standards. Drivers and passengers who are 21 and older can wear a helmet that meets specific federal safety standards or standards set specifically set forth in the Tennessee helmet statute, provided the helmet includes a label that the complies with the requirements of the American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM), the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the [...]

It’s no secret that driving — or even riding on — a motorcycle comes with its fair share of risks. That is part of the thrill, after all. Those who choose to ride motorcycles accept those risks gladly because the joy of the experience makes it all worth it. Besides, there are safe ways to operate motorcycle; classes and licenses exist for that very reason. However, due to the popularity of “cool” figures riding motorcycles in [...]

Motorcycle riding is not for the faint of heart. It can be exhilarating, but also dangerous. There are many common protective tools available to the motorcyclist to help prevent accidents and tragedy. These include tires with good traction, unobstructed vision, good brakes, and quick handling. However, even with these tools, there are hazards out there on the roadway that require a cautious eye and an alert mind on the part of the motorcycle driver. Some of [...]

According to a Florida Atlantic University and University of Miami study, motorcycle accidents and deaths across the nation have decreased as states have implemented various types of distracted driving laws. These laws prohibit the motorists’ use of cell phones and other handheld devices while driving. The law and motorcyclists Motorcyclists are involved in a significantly higher rate of traffic fatalities when compared to the number of motorcycles among all vehicles and miles driven in the United [...]

WSMV reported that one of its viewers captured the aftermath of a motorcycle accident which happened in Nashville. The viewer witnessed a male driver and female passenger hit a pothole. The passenger flew off the motorcycle. Metro Police reported that her status has improved from critical to stable. Fortunately, her husband was not injured. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) closed down the eastbound lanes so the pothole could be repaired. A TDOT representative stated that [...]

With 11 miles and 318 curves in Blount County, Tennessee and Swain County, North Carolina, Deals Gap is a beautiful and popular American road for motorcyclists and sports car drivers. It also is one of the most dangerous stretches of road in the United States, as the June 3rd deadly crash involving two young men demonstrates. Both the rider and the driver died after the driver lost control of his bike. Police reports show that both [...]

Last fall we published a blog post with tips about How to Stay Safe on Your Motorcycle This Year. Today we are going to dive a bit deeper and focus on protective gear while you are riding your motorcycle. Part of the thrill of riding a bike is feeling that connection with the world around you as travel down the road. But to be safe on a motorcycle you need to cover your body with safety [...]

  Our world is changing every day; new regulations and new technologies are emerging constantly. An example of this emerging new technology is autonomous vehicles, and this new technology now includes autonomous motorcycles. Honda recently showcased a motorcycle that can both drive and stabilize itself. Called “Moto Riding Assist,” Honda’s self-balancing motorcycle decreases the likelihood of the motorcycle flipping over while it merely sits in slow-moving or stopped traffic. When the motorcycle is moving at less [...]

Motorcycles are fun to ride, and the one of the best places to ride is the “Dragon’s Tail.” The Dragon’s Tail is a curvy road that resembles a dragon’s tail and snakes across eastern Tennessee and North Carolina through the Smoky Mountains. Nevertheless, like other riding routes, the Dragon’s Tail is extremely dangerous, especially for beginner and absent-minded motorcyclists. Therefore, motorcyclists should take steps to ensure their and everyone else’s safety before taking on the Dragon [...]

Motorcycles and motorbikes are fun to ride. They are easy to maneuver in heavy traffic. They up your “cool” status. But they also are dangerous, especially when you are out on a busy road with other drivers who may or may not be paying attention to you or to the road. Therefore, Tennessee and other states have laws requiring motorcycle riders to wear helmets. The law states that both motorcycle drivers and passengers, regardless of age, [...]