As May brings warmer weather and ideal riding conditions, more motorcyclists are going to hit the roads. That makes it the perfect time to highlight that May is Motorcycle Awareness Month. The goal for this month is to remind everyone on the road to stay alert and watch out for motorcycles.
After a long winter, many drivers may not be used to seeing motorcycles on the road. As riders, we know that because of their smaller size, motorcycles can be harder to spot, especially in the blind spots of a car or as they are approaching an intersection. Distractions, like texting while driving, make the roads dangerous for motorcyclists. Without the proper attention and constant distractions, drivers are more likely to not see the riders around them. Talk to the nonriders in your life this month. Let them know that it’s important to stay focused and aware while driving on the road. This will help keep everyone on the roads safe and maybe even save a motorcyclist’s life.
For decades, Hupy and Abraham, S.C. has led the charge in promoting rider safety through the firm’s “Watch for Motorcycles” campaign. With many attorneys and staff members who ride, we are always looking to remind everyone that taking a moment to watch for motorcycles can prevent crashes and save lives. Everyone has a part to play in keeping riders safe, whether it’s checking your mirrors more carefully, scanning intersections and even encouraging friends and family to "Watch for Motorcycles.”
To keep the message front and center, Hupy and Abraham spreads the “Watch for Motorcycles” motorcycle awareness campaign through public service announcements, bumper stickers and billboards placed across the Midwest. The firm also partners with advocacy groups like ABATE and the Motorcycle Riders Foundation to support motorcycle safety and riders’ rights. From awareness rallies to events like the Road Runners Bike Blessing, Motovid track days and the Harley-Davidson Homecoming, the firm remains active and visible in the motorcycle community, getting the message out to as many people as possible.
Even when riders do everything right, accidents can still happen due to the fault of another driver. Hupy and Abraham is always available 24/7/365 and the firm has helped more than 80,000 clients recover over $2 billion for their injuries. If you or someone you know needs help after an accident, contact Hupy and Abraham at 800-800-5678 or visit hupy.com.
Stay connected at hupy.com for more motorcycle safety tips, videos for riders and info on upcoming motorcycle events. Let's remind everyone this month, and year-round, to always “Watch for Motorcycles!”
