This year we rolled out MaxPower Law, our new motorcycle division. We set up our booth and attended several events this riding season. It was great to meet so many wonderful people who are out there supporting the riding community. To kick off the rollout of MaxPower Law this year, we decided to give away … Continued
The National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration estimates that nearly 100,000 people a year are injured in motorcycle accidents. Road rash is one of the most common injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident. According to the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly 90 percent of motorcycle injuries result in road rash. A rider … Continued
In Washington state, insurance companies are NOT required to offer what is called Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage if you only ride a motorcycle. This is not the case for car insurance, where the carrier must offer PIP coverage on your auto policy unless you waive this coverage in writing. Even if you have PIP … Continued
Washington law states a helmet is required to be worn when operation a motorcycle, scooter or moped. RCW 46.37.530 reads: Motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, mopeds, electric-assisted bicycles—Helmets, other equipment—Children—Rules. It is unlawful: … (b) For any person to operate a motorcycle, moped, or motor-driven cycle which does not have a windshield unless wearing glasses, goggles, or a face … Continued
Responsible drivers carry insurance to protect themselves in the event of an accident. Unfortunately, not everyone is as responsible as you. Sadly, it is estimated that 16% of drivers in the state of Washington do NOT have insurance. In 2015, The Insurance Research Council found that Washington state ranked #7 in the nation for having the greatest percentage … Continued
It is important to follow these Washington state motorcycle laws to avoid getting hurt in an accident and to avoid getting a ticket! 1. Get a motorcycle license endorsement. All motorcycle riders are required to have a motorcycle endorsement on their driver’s license (RCW 46.20.500). There are two ways to obtain a Washington motorcycle endorsement. You … Continued
Parents of an unmarried young adult child, who had no kids of their own, can finally make a wrongful death claim against someone who negligently causes the death of their child. This has not been the case in Washington for the last 110 years. It took the spotlight of the “Ride the Ducks” tragedy to … Continued
A new insurance law REQUIRES Motorcycles to have liability insurance just like cars in Washington state. Starting July 27, 2019 motorcycles must carry $25,000 in bodily injury liability insurance and $10,000 property damage liability insurance. This is a big change since in the past no insurance was required for motorcycles. However, we have always recommended … Continued
