Most motorcycle owners know that there are inherent risks that come with riding, largely due to the lack of protective structure or safety systems that occupants of passenger vehicles have. However, there are often additional concerns riders may not have considered until after they’ve been involved in an accident. If…
For many motorcyclists, being on their bike with the open road ahead of them is what it’s all about. Stretching from the Atlantic to the Appalachians, Virginia offers scenic and diverse rides for solo bikers or groups of motorcyclists. Here are 5 of our favorite Virginia motorcycle routes. 1. Skyline…
Motorcycle riders in Virginia who know the state’s helmet laws are often confused about making an insurance claim after getting into an accident while not wearing a helmet. Virginia law requires that motorcycle operators and passengers wear protective helmets. Even if you were violating Virginia law by not wearing a…
To ride a motorcycle in Virginia, a person first needs to obtain the proper driver’s license designation. If the person owns a motorcycle, they must get a Virginia title, registration card and a license plate. Additionally, before riding, a person must make sure that they wear a protective helmet. While…
For avid motorcycle enthusiasts, riding may be the primary or even sole form of transportation on a daily basis. So, the question often comes up about how old passengers must be. Fortunately, in Virginia motorcyclists, there is no minimum age limit for passengers – at least for now. Of course,…
If you ride, you know that there are a lot of misconceptions about motorcyclists and the law. Myths and stereotypes abound. So, it is important to stay informed about the law and know your rights as a motorcyclist in Virginia. At Marks & Harrison, we want all Virginia motorcycle riders…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the risk of getting into a motor vehicle accident is highest among drivers in the 16-to-19 age group. In fact, drivers in this age group are three times more likely to be involved in a fatal crash than those who…
Do you plan to pack your family into the car and go on a road trip this summer? You are not alone. More than one-third of Americans take trips during the summer to a vacation spot 50 miles away or more from home, according to a 2016 AAA survey. As…
Motorcycle crashes in Virginia occur on a regular basis. In one recent year, 2,005 motorcycle accidents occurred in the state, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles reports. Like those in accidents that involve cars or trucks, motorcyclists injured in an accident caused by another’s negligence have the right to seek…
Following a car accident in Virginia, your goal will be to seek compensation for your property damage and any bodily injury you may have suffered. A question you may have is whether you should hire an attorney to recover this compensation, or whether you should “let the insurance company handle…
