Motorcycle accidents in Florida, like everywhere, have increased. Unfortunately, motorcycle riders pay a heavy price for the inattention of other motorists. They typically suffer more profound injuries than do those in cars and trucks. Passenger injuries have increased at an alarming rate of nearly 15% yearly and may be attributed to the failure to wear a helmet.

Florida's Helmet Law (316.211(3)(b)) was modified in 2000. To legally ride without a helmet in Florida, one must be 21 years of age or older and must carry an insurance policy providing at least $10,000 in medical benefits coverage. That coverage is inadequate for even one day of care in an intensive care unit or for one surgery, so the only way for the injured cyclist to cover the costs of medical expenses and lost wages is to make a successful claim against the at-fault driver or that driver's insurance company.

The help of an experienced motorcycle accident attorney is essential to overcome insurance company and juror bias against motorcyclists under these circumstances. Attorney Wes Pittman and The Pittman Firm, P.A., have successfully represented hundreds of injured cyclists through thorough investigation and case preparation including the use of the country's foremost biking experts to reconstruct collisions and provide compelling testimony in court to support injury victims. Those experts are also well versed in analyzing motorcycle product liability, i.e., mechanical failures that result in loss of control collisions with obstacles or other vehicles.