How Can Such a Small Item Be a Big Issue for Florida Motorcyclists?

Did you know that many countries in this world have laws that require motorcyclists to wear helmets, but that less than half of the US states have complete motorcycle helmet laws? Why is it that, in the State of Florida, it is required that a motorcyclist under the age of 21 has to wear a helmet, when those over 21 do not have to?

If we care about those who are younger, shouldn’t our state officials want to protect any motorcyclists - regardless of their age - from Florida motorcycle crashes and injuries?

Helmets are such a small item, but such a large issue at hand.

Many advocates want motorcyclists to wear helmets because of the risk of injuries and fatalities. Additionally, the overall costs of medical care would be less. However, opponents say that helmets cannot protect someone’s head from all injuries during an impact, and it should be up to each individual rider whether or not to wear one.

Studies have shown that, although small, motorcycle helmets have a huge impact on decreasing the severity of head injuries and the risks of death. In fact, NHTSA estimates that motorcycle helmets help reduce crash fatalities by 37 percent and are highly effective for preventing brain injury. Consequently, unhelmeted riders are three times more likely than helmeted riders to suffer traumatic brain injuries in a South Florida motorcycle crash.

If you were injured in a Fort Lauderdale motorcycle accident, regardless of if you were wearing a helmet or not, you should talk with a knowledgeable South Florida motorcycle accident lawyer at Chalik & Chalik at (888) 539-5297 in a free consultation.