Every year, thousands of Canadian and US snowbirds leave the harsh northern winters and head to the warm sunny climates of Florida, Arizona, California etc.,. During their stay, many love riding their motorcycles across the countryside because it gives them a sense of freedom and adventure.
Unfortunately accidents happen. For a snowbird a motorcycle accident is calamitous. Snowbirds need to take some very simple steps to ensure their safety and legal rights.
Stay Calm to Ensure your Safety
The most crucial phase of a motorcycle accident is the immediate aftermath. First, ensure the safety of yourself and any other person involved. Try to remain calm and call 911 as soon as possible and get the heck off of the roadway.
Move to a Safe Location
If you can do so without putting yourself or others at risk, get off of the roadway and assess the situation. If possible clear the road of your motorcycle and any debris to try to prevent any more accidents. Because of its size, motorcycles are prone to causing secondary impacts.
Turn on your Hazard Lights
If the motorbike is still working, switch on the hazard lights. This will reduce the risk of further accidents that may occur in low visibility situations, such as thick fog or intense rain.
Call the Police
Do not hesitate. Call 911 no matter how inconsequential the collision is. Having the police involved helps authenticate the facts. This is required in any instance of injury or laying your bike down. Your insurance claim and legal rights literally hinge on the police investigation.
Stay at the Scene
You must stay at the accident scene until the authorities arrive – with one exception: If you are injured and an ambulance arrives follow the emergency personnels’ recommendations. The police can always locate you at the hospital.
Exchange and Gather Information
If possible, prior to the police arriving, START TO GATHER information.
Take Photos
The easiest way to gather information is by using your cell phone. Take photos of the accident scene, motorcycle damage, any other vehicles involved, the surrounding environment, skid marks, debris, traffic signs, and road conditions. Pictures will help you recall events and a great way to gather licences and insurance particulars.
Collect Witness Information
If you have any witnesses to the accident, get their names, addresses, and telephone numbers. Witness statements of the incident can be beneficial in overcoming legal or insurance issues.
Visit a Doctor
Check your insurance coverage - Especially Third Party and Accident Benefits
Your motorcycle insurance provides immediate help for property damage, towing, and, medical expenses.
Consult with a Accident Specialist
Should you be unsure of your insurance coverage or have any other questions, call your insurance broker or give us a call. We have lawyers across north america who can advise you on your rights and remedies. Let our insurance experts help you in any cross-border accident claim.
Know your Rights
Motorcycle accidents involve complicated legal issues, especially if there is an injury or a contentious liability issue. In such instances, you need legal protection.
Contact Snowbird Accidents
Motorcyclists’ involved in accidents alway need legal representation. With our many years of experience, we will guide you and put you in contact with some of the best personal injury lawyers with expertise in cross-border personal injury cases.
Helping Snowbirds Injured Across North America
For over 40 years, we’ve been helping US citizens and Canadians involved in MotorCycle accidents and other personal injury incidents while traveling in the United States. Each year, millions of snowbirds—residents from Canada (and the northern U.S.A) — head south to escape the cold. Unfortunately, accidents happen. When they do we are here to help navigate the legal and insurance challenges that arise.
Cross Border Accidents and claims are very complicated!
Call the Free Snowbird Helpline 1-800-587-6992
Or Email – snowbirdaccidents@yahoo.com,
Or https://snowbirdaccidents.com/contact
