Motorcycle ownership is on rise, and so are accidents. This is a nationwide trend and Illinois is no exception. For motorcyclists, few crashes are minor. Unlike automobile operators, riders are uniquely vulnerable to serious bodily injury and death. According to 2013 figures from the National Highway Transportation Safety Association, motorcycle accident fatality rates exceed those of passenger vehicles 26 times over. With the alarming level of risk that accompanies motorcycle accidents, it is critical for motorcyclists to understand prevalent dangers out there on the road.
Summer road trip safety tips
After months of braving the cold, summer has finally arrived in Southern Illinois. While drivers throughout the Belleville area are accustomed to dealing with the sleet, snow and ice that make for treacherous driving conditions during the winter months, the summer months can also be hazardous.
