Many riders enjoy adding custom modifications to personalize their bikes. These customization’s involve making the motorcycle reflect the rider’s style or increase comfort, functionality, or performance. However, federal and state regulations impose various safety requirements for motorcycles. Some modifications may cause a motorcycle to be out of compliance with these safety rules. As a result, […]

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Why Motorcycle Insurance Is Essential Motorcycle insurance is an absolute must in Arizona. The Grand Canyon State requires all motorists, including motorcyclists, to carry a minimum liability insurance policy of $25,000 per person, $50,000 per accident, and $15,000 in property damage coverage. Those who operate a motorcycle without a valid insurance policy will face fines of $500 for a […]

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Just like other road users, motorcyclists must follow the rules of the road or face potential legal consequences. One rule that clients frequently ask about is Arizona’s lane-splitting law. Understanding the legality of lane splitting is important to avoid legal trouble when cruising on Arizona roads. The legal team at the Silkman Law Firm can […]

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During National Safety Month, Silkman Law Firm Injury & Accident Lawyer wants to help keep you and your loved ones safe. We’re not just just dedicated to helping individuals after they’ve suffered an injury. We want to provide you with information about the safety hazards you encounter daily and how you can prevent them. Auto […]

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No one wants to be in any sort of traffic accident. Whether you drive for business or pleasure, what starts as a way to get from point A to point B can quickly turn to tragedy. Today, we explore two crash situations and look at how, even when faced with adversity, the use of a […]

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You’ve been involved in a Phoenix motorcycle accident. Now what? The weather is darn near perfect in Phoenix for motorcycle riding. You grab your gear and hop on your bike for a long weekend ride. But… A distracted driver makes a left turn in front of you as you’re going straight through the intersection. Statistically, at 42% […]

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Specific details and identifying information has been changed in order to protect the confidentiality of the settlement agreement. What seemed to be minor injuries resulting from a motorcycle accident turned into much more for our 45-year-old client Mr. G, who suffered from delayed onset injury. A month after his accident, Mr. G noticed his right shoulder […]

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Motorcyclists are reckless and don’t ride safely. We hear that a lot and in most cases, it’s just not true. Motorcyclists are constantly at risk from the environment and drivers around them. The reality is that the road is a fast paced, constantly changing flow of dangers. Whether it’s distracted drivers or poor road conditions due to someone else’s […]

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With the temperature (finally) dipping below 100 degrees in Phoenix, it’s prime riding season here in Arizona. And while we know that bumper stickers that say, “Start Seeing Motorcycles” and “Look Twice, Save a Life” are designed to remind car drivers on their responsibility for sharing the road safely with you, we also know that […]

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You’ve just gotten back from the dealership after buying a brand new bike. You’re feeling exhilarated, invincible. You’ve even been responsible and paid your insurance premiums and purchased protective gear before hitting the road. You’re covered and ready to ride. The question is “Is it enough?” Minor Motorcycle Accidents Can Cause Substantial Losses Sadly even […]

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