Category Archives: Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Nashville Crash
Lane splitting is when a motorcyclist rides between rows of stopped or slow-moving traffic traveling in the same direction to reduce congestion and avoid being rear-ended. California is the only state that explicitly allows this practice, although motorcycle riders all over the country engage in lane splitting. Lane spitting can be unsafe and one… Read More »
Deputy Killed in Off-Duty Motorcycle Accident
It is always sad when a person is killed in a crash, but it can be especially devastating when the victim was a popular person who served in the community. A Hamilton County deputy was recently killed in an off-duty motorcycle crash. The fatal accident occurred on the evening of March 4. The Chattanooga… Read More »
2 Killed in Knoxville Motorcycle Crash
Those who ride motorcycles need to be careful at all times. Following too closely and rear-ending another vehicle can have fatal consequences. Sadly, this was recently the case in Knoxville. A motorcycle crash caused two riders to be ejected, killing both on impact. The fatal accident occurred on the morning of March 19. Knoxville… Read More »
Motorcyclist Killed in Wrong-Way Crash
An accident in Knoxville resulted in a fatality and a police search for those responsible, as the vehicle involved fled the scene. The Knoxville Police Department was able to find the man who caused a wrong-way crash on I-640 West on the evening of January 18. Police officers responded to the crash, which occurred… Read More »
Motorcyclist Killed in Crash With Van in Nashville
The sad truth is that when motorcycles collide with much larger vehicles, the results are often deadly. This was recently the case in Nashville. A motorcycle rider was killed after he collided with a van on Dickerson Pike. The fatal accident occurred on the afternoon of November 6 near Loraine Avenue. The 29-year-old man… Read More »
Teen Killed in Brentwood Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycles are fun but dangerous. They are attractive to teens but it’s important to know how to ride these machines properly. One wrong move can result in disaster. Unfortunately, this recently happened in Tennessee. A teenager from Brentwood died after crashing an electric motorcycle on Old Hickory Boulevard. The crash occurred on the afternoon… Read More »
1 Killed in Motorcycle Crash
Motorcycles can be fun to ride, but a collision with a larger vehicle is never a good time. Motorcycles can get easily damaged, with riders suffering severe or even fatal injuries. Sadly, this was recently the case in Jackson, Tennessee. A motorcycle rider was killed after colliding with a sedan. The fatal accident occurred… Read More »
Man Killed in Motorcycle Crash Just Days After Getting License
Getting a motorcycle license is an exciting time for a person who has waited a long time to ride a motorcycle. But driving a motorcycle properly is no easy task. Inexperienced riding often leads to serious accidents. Sometimes these crashes are fatal. Sadly, that was recently the case in Nashville. A 19-year-old man was… Read More »
Motorcyclist Injured After Crashing Down Steep Embankment
When riding a motorcycle or driving a vehicle, it’s important to stay on the road. Being distracted for even a split second can cause you to lose control and veer down an embankment. The results can be catastrophic. A motorcyclist is in critical condition after crashing down a steep embankment in Robertson County. The… Read More »
Dangers of Motorcycles: Safety is Key
Many people love riding motorcycles. Motorcycles are small and powerful, but they’re not safe. Statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety administration show that 6,553 motorcyclists were killed in 2023. Motorcycle riders are 28 times more likely to be killed in a crash than drivers of passenger vehicles. Motorcycle riders face safety challenges due… Read More »