{"id":541,"date":"2025-11-06T16:35:20","date_gmt":"2025-11-06T16:35:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.firstchoicelaw.com\/new\/?page_id=541"},"modified":"2026-01-27T20:19:11","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T20:19:11","slug":"motorcycle-accidents","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.firstchoicelaw.com\/new\/personal-injury-attorney\/motorcycle-accidents\/","title":{"rendered":"Motorcycle Accidents"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Motorcycle Accidents<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Motorcycle Accident Attorney Certified as Expert By The Florida Bar Helps Clients Get Fair Compensation<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Orlando, and Florida in general, is an amazing place to own and ride motorcycles.\u00a0Personal attorney Jason Recksiedler\u00a0has been a motorcycle enthusiast since learning to ride since he was 7 years old. At First Choice Law, we take\u00a0motorcycle accident cases<\/strong>\u00a0very seriously. In 2009, Jason lost a best friend to a\u00a0Motorcycle accident<\/strong>, where a car improperly turned in front of his friend\u2019s motorcycle, resulting in death. Similarly, attorney Caroline Fischer lost her uncle to a\u00a0Motorcycle accident<\/strong>.<\/p>

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You should be aware of the laws as they relate to motorcycles. Know that\u00a0most motorcycle accidents result from a car or truck failing to follow the rules of the road\u00a0or paying attention to motorcycle around them.<\/p>

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First Choice Law is here and ready to help with a free consultation.<\/p>

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The\u00a0laws for motorcyclists in Florida<\/strong>\u00a0cover everything from what your bike needs structurally to helmet laws to how to use the roads.<\/p>

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Knowing the laws before riding a motorcycle in Florida will help you and First Choice Law\u2019s\u00a0motorcycle accident attorney<\/strong>\u00a0determine the best course of action for getting the compensation you need after a crash. Here\u2019s the complete guide to everything you need to know about Florida\u2019s motorcycle laws.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Common Injuries as a Result of Motorcycle Accidents<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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All motorists have a responsibility to exercise a reasonable level of care when sharing the road with motorcyclists. However, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 87,000\u00a0motorcycle accident injuries\u00a0in 2005. Because motorcyclists are much less protected than other motorists, motorcycle accident injuries are often devastating. Among the many\u00a0injuries that can result from a motorcycle collisions\u00a0are:<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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What Are the Motorcycle Laws in Florida?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Motorcycle laws in Florida<\/strong>\u00a0cover a range of topics including helmet requirements, bike requirements, and rules for using the road. Florida motorcyclists must carry insurance and follow traffic laws.<\/p>

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To ride a motorcycle without a helmet, in addition to being over the age of 21, you must also have at least $10,000 in medical insurance benefits. The insurance covers your injuries if you\u2019re hurt in a crash. That insurance is optional for motorcyclists, but it\u2019s mandatory if you don\u2019t want to wear a helmet.<\/p>

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In addition, all motorcyclists must carry liability insurance. You must have at least $20,000 in total bodily injury insurance, $10,000 in coverage for property damage and bodily injury per person, and at least $30,000 as your single incident liability limit. Even if you wear a helmet, it\u2019s against Florida law to drive a motorcycle without these required insurance minimums.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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To lawfully ride a motorcycle in Florida, you must have a motorcycle endorsement on your driver\u2019s license. That means you need specialized training for motorcycle drivers.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Florida law 316.405 requires Florida motorcycle riders to drive using a headlight even in the middle of the day.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Under Florida law 316.208,\u00a0the rules of the road apply to Florida<\/strong> motorcyclists. When you ride a motorcycle in Orlando or in any place in Florida, you have to follow the same laws that others have to follow. You can\u2019t weave in and out of traffic, and you must obey all traffic signals.<\/p>

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Motorcycles have the right to use the full lane and can also share a lane with another motorcyclist, known as \u201ctwo a breast\u201d. Florida law 316.209 says that other drivers must give you full use of a lane.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Yes, a helmet must be worn if you\u2019re under the age of 21. Even if you\u2019re over 21, you must still wear a helmet unless you carry at least $10,000 in medical coverage in case of an accident. Florida\u2019s motorcycle helmet law is Florida law 316.211.<\/p>

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The Florida Department of Highway Safety reports more than 4,000 motorcycle accidents each year. We at First Choice Law have real world experience in representing motorcycle riders who have been injured at that fault of others.<\/p>

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There are rules that govern equipment your motorcycle needs to have to be lawful on the road. Florida law 316.2095 and Florida law 316.222 list requirements for infrastructure for motorcycles. Your bike must have footrests, handlebars, stop lamps, and signals. Florida law 322.01 defines a motorcycle as a vehicle with no more than three wheels. A motorcycle is powered by a motor, and it has a displacement of no more than 50 cubic centimeters. It also has a seat and saddle for the rider.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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In Florida, people aged 21 and over are not legally required to wear a helmet if their insurance policy covers at least $10,000. However, passengers should wear a helmet, and follow all other apparel safety measures that drivers follow. In addition to a helmet, riders should wear closed-toe shoes and heavy fabrics like denim and leather.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Children are legally allowed to ride on motorcycles in Florida<\/strong>, and there is no age restriction on this rule. Children are subject to all other motorcycle safety measures, and because they are under the age of 21, are required to wear a helmet. Extra safety precautions should be applied when riding with a child on your motorcycle, and it is important to educate them about motorcycle safety and the dangers of distracted driving before beginning your ride.<\/p>

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At First Choice Law, our\u00a0Orlando and Central Florida motorcycle accident lawyers<\/strong>\u00a0have decades of collective experience and provide legal representation for injury victims statewide. If you are an\u00a0injured motorcyclist<\/strong>, our personal injury lawyers will evaluate your case and determine whether you are entitled to compensation. If so, our\u00a0motorcycle accident lawyers<\/strong>\u00a0will file a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf and fight for a fair verdict or settlement.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Motorcycles are an expression and symbol of freedom in Florida. When someone violates that free expression by\u00a0negligently causing a Motorcycle accident<\/strong>, reach out to First Choice Law for a free consultation to get the compensation you deserve. During your free consultation, we will carefully evaluate your claim and determine whether or not you have a case. If so, we will aggressively prepare and present arguments on your behalf. Serving Orlando and Central Florida victims, our\u00a0motorcycle accident lawyers<\/strong>\u00a0provide trustworthy representation and will see your case through to the end. We are available at\u00a0321-999-1111. You can also use the online form located at the top of this page and we will contact you back shortly.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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