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Motorcycle Accident Laws – Law Tigers Motorcycle Lawyers in Maryland
At Law Tigers, we know the freedom and excitement that comes from riding on an open highway. Law Tigers is a highly specialized personal injury law firm that represents motorcycle riders throughout Maryland. Motorcycle laws differ by state, and in the event of an accident, our Maryland motorcycle lawyers can help you understand your case and determine if you are eligible to receive compensation for you medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses.
Rider Safety Equipment
It is important to be aware of changing motorcycle laws as you travel. In Maryland, all persons, regardless of age, are required to wear a helmet. Additionally, protective eye wear must be worn at all times unless the motorcycle is equipped with a windscreen. In order to ensure the driver of the motorcycle maintains control of his or her vehicle at all times, handlebars must not exceed 15" above the seat.
If you have been the victim of a motorcycle accident, contact Maryland’s Injury Lawyers Who Ride. At Law Tigers, we have the experience and resources necessary to help you get the compensation you deserve for injuries, pain and suffering, and other expenses. We will work hard to get your motorcycle accident case a positive outcome.
Bike Specifications
Our motorcycle accident lawyers can help you make sense of motorcycle laws in Maryland. There are certain regulations a motorcycle must meet in order to be considered "street legal." These regulations protect both the driver and passenger of a motorcycle.
- Rearview mirrors are required on both sides of a bike
- Brakes are required on one wheel
- A passenger seat and footrests are required when carrying a passenger
- Passenger handholds are required
- A speedometer/odometer is required
- Turning signals are not required by law, although riders should practice hand signals as a precautionary measure
If you have been the victim of a motorcycle accident, contact our attorneys in Maryland or Washington D.C. today to ensure that you have reliable, aggressive legal representation.
Off-Road Riding
In Maryland, safety helmets and eye protection are not required for off-road riders. Headlights and taillights are required only after sunset, and there is a maximum sound level of 84 decibels measured at 50 feet.
Rules of the Road
Lane splitting is against the law in Maryland and motorcycles may not ride two abreast in the same lane of traffic.
Insurance Requirements
Motorcycle riders are required to abide by certain insurance laws in Maryland. Minimum insurance policies in Maryland are as follows:
- Bodily injury coverage should be at least $20,000 per person injured, and $40,000 for all persons injured in an accident
- Property damage coverage should be at least $15,000
This information is meant to serve as a guideline. For more detailed information, injured persons should contact the motorcycle accident lawyers from Law Tigers if they have been involved in an accident.
Contact Our Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Maryland
To speak with a skilled team of motorcycle accident lawyers who can help you understand the laws in Maryland, contact Law Tigers today. Our attorneys are committed to protecting the rights of injured motorcyclists and their passengers.
