{"id":175,"date":"2021-11-26T15:58:58","date_gmt":"2021-11-26T20:58:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/blog\/?p=175"},"modified":"2021-11-29T16:00:41","modified_gmt":"2021-11-29T21:00:41","slug":"how-lane-splitting-affects-florida-motorcycle-accident-claims","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.injuryattorneyfla.com\/blog\/how-lane-splitting-affects-florida-motorcycle-accident-claims\/","title":{"rendered":"How Lane Splitting Affects Florida Motorcycle Accident Claims"},"content":{"rendered":"

Florida is one of just a few locations within the US where the weather is perfect for motorcycle riding throughout the year. The long riding season is perhaps why the state ranks high for accidents. According to the<\/span> Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles<\/span><\/a> (FLHSMV), there are around 9,000 motorcycle accidents every year. More than 23% occur in South Florida, leading to dozens of fatalities and hundreds of injured victims. Various causes and factors contribute to these collisions, including speeding, failure to yield, and other forms of driver negligence.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, motorcyclists are required to abide by the same traffic laws as other motorists, so they can also be at fault in crashes. One maneuver used by some riders is the subject of some controversy \u2014 lane splitting. This practice is illegal in Florida, which is why it could affect your rights if you were hurt. A<\/span> Miami motorcycle accidents lawyer<\/span><\/a> can explain the details, but an overview is helpful.<\/span><\/p>\n

Florida Traffic Rules on Motorcycle Operation<\/b><\/p>\n

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Florida is one of just a few locations within the US where the weather is perfect for motorcycle riding throughout the year. The long riding season is perhaps why the state ranks high for accidents. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there are around 9,000 motorcycle accidents every year. 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