Category: Motorcycle Injury

In Michigan, residents do not need to obtain a separate license in order to ride a motorcycle. However, they must have a CY endorsement on their driver’s license in order to ride legally. CONTACT A MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT LAWYER IN MICHIGAN Here’s how you get it: Meet all qualification requirements: To…

Motorcycling is a popular hobby in Michigan. If you travel on the state’s roads regularly, you’ve likely seen someone riding a motorcycle with three wheels, also called a “motor trike.” Many believe they are safer than traditional two-wheeled motorcycles while offering a similar riding experience. But are motor trikes safer…

Winterizing and storing your motorcycle in the off-season is an essential safety measure that all Michigan riders should take. The state’s harsh winters make it crucial to maintain your bike even when you cannot ride it. Taking the proper precautions now can mean safe riding when good weather returns. So,…

Michiganders love motorcycling for many reasons: a more refreshing ride, the freedom of the road, fuel efficiency, and more. But the joys of riding also come with drawbacks. When motorcyclists are involved in collisions, they’re much more likely to sustain serious injuries. As bikers know, accidents often have more to…

Motorcycle insurance is required in Michigan. But the rules for motorcycle insurance are different from the state’s no-fault auto insurance laws for cars and trucks. That’s because by law, motorcycles are not considered motor vehicles. What is a Motorcycle? The Michigan Vehicle Code defines a motorcycle as a vehicle with…

Michigan moped laws outline the specific requirements that operators must meet to drive legally in the state. While riders are granted the same rights and responsibilities as other drivers, moped operators are subject to different rules regarding insurance, helmet use, and driving in various traffic situations. Understanding these rules is…

PENDING LEGISLATION WILL HURT ACCIDENT SURVIVORS – WE NEED YOUR HELP NOW TO CHANGE IT! Huge changes are taking place under the proposed No-Fault legislation due to go into effect on July 1st. There is an alternative bill that Dave Christensen helped write that would save the medical providers and…

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. It’s a time for drivers and motorcyclists alike to learn how to stay safe on Michigan roadways. At Christensen Law, we cannot emphasize the importance of Motorcycle Awareness Month enough. The most current statistics from the Michigan State Police found that 779 people died…

Entrepreneurs in Europe have designed blue jeans that are fitted with airbags inside the legs to give motorcyclists and their riders extra protection in the event of a crash, CNN reports. Similar products are in the pipeline for safety vests. Though airbag jeans may sound strange at first, it’s no…

Motorcyclists often get stereotyped by others. They are thought to be reckless drivers because they choose to ride a motorcycle. This stereotype can harm motorcyclists because many of them are being judged unfairly. Plenty of motorcyclists are safe drivers, and they do everything they can not to get into accidents. This stereotype…