Motorcycle Attorney Safety Laws and Regulations

Question 1

Which federal agency sets safety standards for motorcycle helmets sold in the United States?

Accepted Answer

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)

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The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

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The Department of Transportation Office of Safety

Question 2

How does the absence of a helmet in a state with a universal helmet law affect a motorcycle injury case?

Accepted Answer

It may be used as evidence of comparative negligence to reduce the rider's damages

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It has no effect on the claim

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It automatically bars any recovery

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It increases the rider's damages award

Question 3

How many US states currently have universal motorcycle helmet laws requiring all riders to wear helmets?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 19 states and Washington D.C.

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All 50 states

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Only 5 states

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No states have universal helmet laws

Question 4

What is the legal significance of lane splitting in motorcycle accident liability?

Accepted Answer

Lane splitting's legality varies by state and affects fault determination when an accident occurs

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Lane splitting is legal in all 50 states

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Lane splitting always makes the motorcyclist 100% at fault

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Lane splitting has no legal significance in accident cases

Question 5

What does 'right of way' mean for motorcyclists at a four-way stop?

Accepted Answer

The vehicle that arrives first has the right of way; motorcyclists have equal rights to all other vehicles

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Motorcyclists always have the right of way at four-way stops

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Motorcycles must always yield to larger vehicles

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Right of way rules do not apply to motorcycles

Question 6

What is the legal implication if a motorcyclist was not licensed at the time of an accident?

Accepted Answer

It may constitute negligence per se or comparative fault, potentially reducing their recovery

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It has no legal effect on their injury claim

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It automatically doubles their damages

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It transfers all liability to the motorcycle seller