Motorcycle Accidents

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America’s Most Dangerous Highways for Motorcyclists: A Data-Driven Safety Study

Every time you ride a motorcycle, you take a risk. But do you know which highways are the deadliest for motorcyclists in America? Between 2020 and 2024, thousands of riders lost their lives on U.S. highways. Our study analyzes five years of crash data, highlighting the most dangerous roads, key risk factors, and alarming trends...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

June 16, 2025

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Average Motorcycle Accident Settlement in Connecticut

The average motorcycle accident settlement in Connecticut differs widely depending on numerous factors, including the victim’s injuries and losses, applicable insurance policies, and Connecticut liability laws. Learn which circumstances affect a Connecticut motorcycle collision settlement and what you can do to improve your chances for a higher payout. A Connecticut motorcycle accident attorney can review...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

May 8, 2025

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Tips for Finding a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Connecticut

Motorcycle accidents are more likely to result in death than ordinary car collisions. Riders, even with full safety gear, are vulnerable to significant injuries in an accident. Those involved have a greater chance of experiencing catastrophic injuries, which requires extensive time away from work and results in high medical bills. Yet, as is the case...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

January 16, 2025

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BEST MOTORCYCLE RIDES IN CONNECTICUT

As much as we appreciate motorcycles as a form of commuter transportation, we’re also not excited about the prospect of using our bikes solely to weave through traffic. Sometimes, it’s relaxing and even cathartic to push the limits on the open road. But, not any stretch of pavement will do if you want to make...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

September 21, 2021

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Riding In Traffic: 4 Tips For Motorcyclists

There is no feeling quite like riding your motorcycle in the sunshine! Now is the perfect time to take your bike on a day trip or short spin around town, yet warm weather increases the number of motorists and pedestrians on the roads. When you’re battling traffic, it’s important to remember motorcycles are less visible...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

May 19, 2020

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Connecticut Motorcycle Laws You Should Know

For those planning to ride on Connecticut’s roads, it’s advised to be aware of the local laws in advance. What should you know? Is Your Bike Actually a Motorcycle? This may seem like a strange question, but Connecticut differentiates bikes between mopeds and motor scooters for licensing, registration and insurance purposes. Motor scooters encompass all...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

March 20, 2020

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Why Lane Splitting Is So Dangerous

Many motorists have heard that lane-splitting is dangerous. Lane-splitting, the practice of a motorcycle driving in between two lanes of traffic, is illegal in some states, including Connecticut. Yet, during the warmer months, you’ll frequently catch other riders doing this get somewhere quicker or avoid the gridlock. But, how unsafe is lane-splitting? According to statistics, one-fifth of...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

September 21, 2016

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The Worst Driving Conditions for Motorcycles

The road’s physical conditions – caused by weather or poor property maintenance – may turn into a trap for motorcycle riders. Because of the two-wheeled design and lack of enclosure, motorcycles keep riders vulnerable, which, in turn, makes injuries resulting from slippery roads and uneven pavement significantly worse. As the risks are considerable, riders must...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

March 15, 2016

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What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

Written by  Keith V. Trantolo You followed all traffic signals, looked both ways, but that car came out of nowhere. Collisions between cars and motorcycles happen, but as you’re more exposed on a two-wheeled vehicle, you’re more susceptible to serious injuries. In this event, here’s what to do: 1. Seek Medical Attention Right Away During...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

February 12, 2016

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Safety Tips for Motorcycle Riders to Avoid Accidents

Written by  Keith V. Trantolo Riders often believe that safety starts once you get on the road. Yet, the vulnerability surrounding a motorcycle – a two-wheeled design with no enclosure – makes an ordinary accident far worse. According to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) study, motorcyclists are about 35 times more likely to...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

February 12, 2016

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Who’s at Fault in a Motorcycle Accident?

You and a car collide. As a motorcyclist, you’re bound to suffer more damage, from seeing your ride totaled to experiencing a higher level of injury. Yet, while fault is easily assigned in certain instances, some factors make it less clear cut. In an auto accident, regardless of the vehicles involved, the following must be...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

November 20, 2015

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The Worst Time to Drive: By Hour, Day & Month

When are you more likely to get into an auto accident? While you may follow the rule of the road, certain times of the year are less safe than others: By Month Summer’s the least-safe month to drive, with August being its peak. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the...

Attorney Keith V. Trantolo

September 3, 2015

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