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The City of Cape Coral is reminding drivers that May is “Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month”.

The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) first launched this campaign in the early 1980s, and it has been adopted by many motorcycle organizations and government entities. AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman said, “For almost 40 years, the AMA has promoted motorcycle awareness in May because, as the weather warms in large parts of the country, riders take to the road in increasing numbers to enjoy the thrill of riding, the practicality of commuting, and the beauty of our natural surroundings. We urge other road users to be alert to the presence of motorcycles on city, urban and rural streets, and highways.”

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), approximately 600 motorcyclists tragically die on Florida roads every year, and the Florida Department of Transportation reports that our state continually ranks among the top three states in the nation for motorcycle-related fatalities.

Experts agree that the biggest factor that leads to motorcycle crashes with other vehicles is that drivers do not see motorcyclists when they are passing or turning. Regrettably, today’s motorist is much more distracted.  

The AMA urges motorists to be especially aware of conditions around them, maintain a safe distance when following motorcycles, check their mirrors and blind spots before changing lanes, and pay particular attention when making left turns across traffic.

Every time motorcyclists ride their bikes, they have a higher-than-average chance of getting into an accident with a car or a truck. Most of these crashes are preventable and devastating. Motorcyclists are at great risk for head and neck injuries, including brain bruising, and broken or fractured necks.

Cape Coral motorcycle accident attorney assists motorcycle accident victims and their families following devastating motorcycle accidents.

"If you or a loved one is injured in a motorcycle accident because of the negligence of another motorist, there are some important steps you need to take including contacting Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A. These include:

• Immediately seeking medical attention. Even if the injuries seem to be minor, you should see a physician as soon as possible following an accident. Florida law requires accident victims to seek medical care within 14 days of the injury-causing incident.

• Keeping everything from the accident scene. Photos of the accident scene along with any damaged riding gear should be kept and shared with your Cape Coral motorcycle accident attorney.

• Documenting the damage to the motorcycle. Try to document the damage before any repairs are done or the motorcycle is taken to salvage.

• Detailing everything about the accident. Writing notes about the accident soon after the occurrence will be beneficial for the personal injury case. 

• Following a physician’s advice. It is important that you follow everything your doctors tell you to do, and not to do, even if you are feeling better. Returning to work or previously performed activities should only be done with a physician’s clearance. 

We represent people involved in numerous types of personal injury and wrongful death accidents throughout the state of Florida. All of our clients have unique personal injury cases. Our firm provides personal contact and communication along with aggressive representation. We are available 24/7, and there are no costs or attorney fees until we receive a monetary recovery for our clients. Please contact us at 239.337.7483, or toll-free at 1.888.477.4839, or contact us online at SpiveyLaw.”