Roadway debris such as a small box or a piece of wood may have little effect on a car, but it can cause a motorcycle to crash. This is why it is important for all motorcyclists to constantly look for roadway hazards. Just about anything on the roadway can pose a threat for a motorcycle. Even a pile of leaves can prove dangerous if it causes one of the two tires to lose traction with the roadway. Other common road hazards for motorcycles include standing water, potholes, uneven surfaces, icy conditions, roadway debris, and objects in the road.
If you are riding a motorcycle, it is important that you survey the roadway for different objects that may be in your way. Look out for parts of tire treads, for items that may have fallen off a truck, for branches, rocks and other items that may have fallen onto the roadway. If you have to swerve suddenly to avoid debris, you may lose control and crash. If you actually strike the debris, your wheel may jerk forcing you to steer into another vehicle.
The size of motorcycles makes them incapable of driving through or over certain hazardous conditions. Even the most skilled riders can lose control if they strike fallen tools, furniture, or boxes. It is important in such cases for the victim to call the police, photograph the hazardous conditions and seek out medical attention. Depending on who was responsible for the fallen debris and how long it was on the roadway, financial compensation may be available for the victim’s injuries and damages.
Drivers who allow debris to fall from their vehicle onto the roadway can be held accountable for the accidents they cause. Roadway debris accidents can result in severe injuries for motorcyclists. Injured motorcyclists in such cases would be well advised to contact an experienced Boston motorcycle accident lawyer who will help them secure fair and full compensation for all their losses.