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To say that motorcycles have grown in popularity would be a gross understatement. According to the latest numbers available from the Department of Transportation, there are now over 9 million on-road motorcycles registered in the United States. To put that in perspective, that is 1 bike for every 35 persons in the country.

Once upon a time, many years ago, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, South Dakota, was considered one of the wildest parties on earth. The focal gathering of outlaw bikers from around the U.S. and the world, its history is a storied tale of brutal biker wars and nude women in the streets.

In April 1975, the Vietnam War came to an end. At that time there were 2,646 Americans listed as Missing in Action (MIA). As with many things from that embarrassing period in the nation's history, this was an issue that the United States government would rather not have had to deal with and, for the most part, tried to forget.

Designed to mimic the experience of actually being on the road, Honda's latest offering makes it possible for new riders to gain experience without the risk of being on the road and for experienced riders to practice evasive maneuvers without risking themselves or their bikes.

In the 24-hour period that made up March 11, four people lost their lives in traffic accidents in Brevard County, Florida. One incident was a pedestrian death, while two others were motorcycle accidents.

It is estimated that more than half of all motorcyclists in the United States are either uncomfortable riding their bikes at night or simply refuse to ride once the sun goes down. Little wonder, since motorcycles are an inherently more dangerous mode of transportation due to their natural instability and the lack of protective shielding for their occupants. When these factors are coupled with the poor visibility most motorcycle headlights provide and the lack of peripheral vision afforded in the dark, riders have just cause for concern.

Many states across the nation have been cracking down on drivers who operate cell phones while driving, but Florida isn't one of them. However, it's important for Floridians to remember that even though many municipalities have not adopted strict penalties and fines in association with vehicular cell phone use, drivers are still liable for accidents they cause when they are talking on their smartphone, texting, or reading a text. In fact, if individuals are injured because a driver has been using their phone while driving, they have a strong case to present in court.

Sinclair Law has been around for over 30 years. Its only mission is to ensure that all clients not only receive the support they need when they have suffered from an accident, but also that they are treated fairly, that is why Brad Sinclair offers free consultations to all potential clients so that they will be aware of the specific difficulties that can arise during the types of cases they're trying to pursue, as well the likelihood that they will receive the type of outcome they want. This is crucial, since there are certain cases that it is important to be hesitant when pursuing, such as suits for emotional distress.

Summer's here, the best time of year for parades, barbecues, fireworks and boating. With an increase in boats out on the nation's waterways, combined with drinking and some inexperienced boat drivers, you have a recipe for an accident, personal injury and unfortunately, sometimes even death. In fact, according to the 2015 U.S. Coast Guard Recreational Boating Statistics, 626 people across the country lost their lives in boating related accidents.

When it comes to getting necessary compensation for injuries sustained at the fault of others, there are a few pitfalls that can result in losing the case. Social media accounts provide a wealth of information about their users, meaning that the attorneys on the other side will not hesitate to use them. As a result, said individuals should exercise increased care and consideration when it comes to their social media use, while in the middle of their cases. They may even want to give some serious thought to stopping their use altogether for the duration of the case.