The temperate Folsom climate attracts motorcycle riders nationwide, with an average annual temperature of just under 75 degrees Fahrenheit. The 2010 U.S. Census reported a population in Folsom of just over 70,000, making the town ideal for avoiding the congestion and the increased traffic dangers of the big city. This suburb in Sacramento County still sees its fair share of motorcycle collisions, sometimes to good people who were simply out for a ride and enjoying the weather or using their wheels for daily transportation.

Even worse, your risk of dying in a motorcycle crash is 35 times more likely than in a car accident. One way to protect yourself is to always wear your helmet, even if you drive defensively, and taking proactive measures protects you from unsafe drivers.

If you or a loved one has been seriously hurt in a motorcycle accident in Folsom, call our experienced injury attorneys at (916) 921-6400 for a free consultation.

Folsom Boulevard near Blue Ravine is listed as one of the most dangerous intersections in Folsom. Many accidents have been reported at that intersection. Other hazardous intersections in Folsom include:

• Bidwell Street and Iron Point Road
• Peddlers Lane and Riley Street
• Mormon Street, Natoma Street Alley, and Riley Street
• Blue Ravine Road and Riley Street
• Natoma Street, Persifer Street Alley, and Riley Street
• Sutter Street and Figueroa Street
• Persifer Street, Bidwell Street Alley, and Riley Street

If you have been in a motorcycle accident, the responsible party might have prevented it. Read on for common causes of these accidents:

• Negligence or inattention – The other driver was negligent, ran you off the road, or hit you, possibly knocking you down. The other cyclist, car, truck, or SUV might have ignored or broken the rules of the road and could be held responsible for compensation.
• Road defects or hazards – Dangerous road conditions, such as potholes, can cause accidents, especially since motorcycles depend on safe roads for transportation. You could suffer a blowout or flip your bike due to the city’s failure to properly maintain the streets, and the government could be liable.
• Manufacturer defects – If a part fails due to poor craftsmanship, the manufacturer could be responsible for an accident.

The video below discusses the five most common causes of motorcycle accidents.

After a motorcycle accident, victims suffer numerous injuries, drastically changing their future. Even a relatively “minor” injury can mean months of treatment, while more severe injuries can result in permanent damage or long-term care. These might include:

• Burns
• Dislocated, fractured, or broken bones
• Nerve damage
• Neck or spinal cord damage
• Paralysis
• The loss of a limb
• Traumatic brain injury 
• Whiplash

At this challenging time, you focus on recovering from the trauma of the accident, paying your medical bills, dealing with your insurance company, and finding another vehicle. You hope to secure money for future treatment as you do not want your financial future destroyed by the accident.

We have been helping good people like you and other motorcycle accident victims since 1982, and we would be honored to take you through this challenging process step by step:

• We will sit down together and review your case, discussing possible alternatives.
• We will speak with the insurance companies and anyone else involved in taking that burden off you and expediting the processing of your case for a just resolution.
• Finally, if we cannot obtain satisfactory results through discussion with these parties, we will file a personal injury lawsuit and pursue court action on your behalf.