May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and the personal injury lawyers from Kidwell & Gallagher LTD have put together a few more tips to promote awareness. There is nothing like driving a motorcycle, but every time you hop on your hog, you risk serious injuries. If you were hurt in a motorcycle collision, these professionals will help you pursue the compensation you need to continue providing for your family while you recover. Located in Elko, they serve clients throughout Nevada—check out a few of their smart motorcycle safety tips below.

Motorcycle Safety Advice From a Personal Injury Lawyer

1. Take a Safety Course

Even experienced riders should hone their skills every once in a while. In the state of Nevada, you must take a DMV skills test or complete an approved safety course to get your motorcycle license. If it’s been several years since you got your license, it may be time to enroll in another course. A safety course is especially beneficial if you don’t ride year-round because your skills may get rusty between seasons.

There are financial benefits of completing a safety course, too. For example, it may make you eligible for a discount on your insurance.

2. Ride Defensively

Motorcycles are hard to spot, and not all motorists keep an eye out for them. That’s why it’s so important to ride defensively. You cannot rely on motorists to give you the right of way or anticipate your next move, but you can protect yourself by riding defensively.

3. Watch out for Debris

Wet leaves, sand, and other roadside debris can turn a pleasant ride into a nightmare. Keep an eye out for road debris, and slow down when approaching blind corners in case you need to respond to a hazard up ahead.  

If you sustained debilitating injuries in a motorcycle accident, turn to the compassionate team at Kidwell & Gallagher LTD in Elko, NV. To learn more about their practice areas, visit the law firm online, and call (775) 738-9877 to discuss your case with a personal injury lawyer today. Don’t forget, May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, so pass some of these tips on to a fellow motorcycle enthusiast!