Motor Cycle Accident Cases, Laws & Tips

At Pushchak Law, motorcycle accident cases are a primary area of specialization. Brian Pushchak has extensive experience handling these cases, and he’s helped many motorcycle accident victims in the Denver metro area recover the compensation they deserve after suffering catastrophic injuries in a crash. The following case study highlights a recent result we were able…

Last year was the deadliest in Colorado history for motorcyclists, and for every motorcyclist killed in an accident, there were many more who were injured. Helmets could save lives. If every motorcyclist in Colorado wore a helmet, dozens fewer would die each year, according to estimates by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and…

Before you hit the road on your motorcycle, you should get licensed by the state of Colorado. Not only will this help you avoid tickets if you get pulled over, it can protect you in the event of a motorcycle accident. If you are riding without a license, it is a lot harder to recover…

Motorcycles provide virtually no physical protection to the rider. As a result, you face an increased risk of potentially life-altering injuries in the event of a motorcycle accident. One of the most serious issues facing riders is the risk of a traumatic brain injury. Brain injuries often take several days or even weeks to manifest…

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you need compensation to help you move on. Compensation can help you cover medical expenses related to your accident, make up for lost wages, and try to make up for the impacts on your life that cannot be directly translated into monetary costs. How much compensation…

We’re enjoying beautiful fall weather in Colorado this year and in many ways, this provides ideal conditions for long motorcycle rides. The scorching hot summer days are behind us and cooler temperatures, along with the beautiful fall foliage, make for an enjoyable day on the open road. However, these autumn conditions require a slightly different…

Last year, Colorado experienced its deadliest year for motorcyclists, with 137 fatalities. Motorcyclists make up 23% of all vehicle accident fatalities in Colorado but represent just 3% of vehicles. Understanding the characteristics of motorcycle accidents can help you drive safe, and hopefully avoid becoming a part of this alarming statistic. At Pushchak Law, people are…

Some people love to ride their motorcycle solo, while other people love to ride in groups. Neither option is strictly better than the other, and each has its advantages. Even when it comes to avoiding motorcycle accidents, the two approaches have benefits and drawbacks. How do you decide which is right for you? Compare the…

Key Takeaways: Motorcycle accident injuries are not always immediately apparent, and delayed symptoms are common due to adrenaline, gradual inflammation, and hidden internal or neurological trauma. Common delayed injuries include whiplash and neck injuries, back and spinal damage, concussions and traumatic brain injuries, internal organ injuries, rib fractures, and psychological or personality changes such as…

At Pushchak Law, we’ve made motorcycle accident cases a primary focus of our practice, and Brian Pushchak has helped countless motorcycle accident victims recover the compensation they need to move on after this devastating event. The following case study highlights a recent result we were able to achieve for a client in Denver. Case Overview…

Key Takeaways: Motorcycle passengers in Colorado are almost never considered at fault for a crash, and they have the right to pursue compensation from any negligent party involved. Depending on the circumstances, liability may fall on the motorcycle driver, another motorist, a vehicle manufacturer, a repair shop, or even a government entity responsible for unsafe…

Key Takeaways: Lane splitting remains illegal in Colorado, but a new three-year pilot law (SB24-079) makes lane filtering legal under strict conditions, including passing only when vehicles are fully stopped, staying under 15 mph, and maintaining a safe lane width. Research from UC Berkeley indicates that lane-splitting speeds above a 15-mph differential sharply increase crash…