St. Louis, MO personal injury attorney Herman Jimerson talks about who is at fault in most motorcycle accidents. He believes that motorcycles, regardless of the situation, should always have the right of way. He does not think any car should be speeding up on a motorcycle, which is one of the reasons why motorcycles are often designed to be loud. While he acknowledges that there are some reckless motorcycle riders, he maintains that they still have the right to be safe, even if they occasionally ride recklessly.

In Jimerson’s view, the primary issue often lies with the cars around motorcycles. These drivers are typically speeding and not paying attention. They may approach a motorcycle in the normal lane, only to have a car behind them speed up. He points out that motorcycles lack the comforts and safety features that cars have, and if a motorcyclist hits the ground, the consequences could be tragic.

Jimerson also notes that there have been significant disputes in Illinois, near St. Louis, over whether helmet laws should be required. He finds this debate unnecessary, comparing a head hitting the ground to an egg hitting the floor, as there is very little resistance. Ultimately, he believes that, for the most part, drivers around motorcycles are responsible for ensuring the safety of motorcyclists.