T. Madden & Associates, P.C.: Georgia Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Shares Safety Reminders for National Motorcycle Ride Day
Oct 24, 2026
As National Motorcycle Ride Day marks the fall riding season, T. Madden & Associates, P.C. is sharing practical safety tips for both motorcyclists and the drivers who share the road with them.
Decatur, United States, October 24, 2026 -- National Motorcycle Ride Day, observed each year on the second Saturday in October, celebrates group riding and the fall riding season. T. Madden & Associates, P.C., a Decatur motorcycle accident lawyer and catastrophic injury law firm, is using the occasion to share safety reminders for riders and the drivers who share the road with them.
How Dangerous Is Riding a Motorcycle Compared with Driving Other Automobiles?
T. Madden & Associates, P.C. shares safety reminders for Georgia motorcyclists and drivers this National Motorcycle Ride Day from its Decatur office.
A motorcycle offers a rider no steel frame, airbag, or seat belt. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 6,228 motorcyclists died in U.S. crashes in 2024, among the highest totals on record. The same research estimates that helmets are about 37 percent effective at preventing deaths and about 67 percent effective at preventing brain injuries.
What Does Georgia Law Require of Motorcyclists?
Georgia requires every rider and passenger to wear protective headgear that meets state standards under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-315. Riders on motorcycles without a windshield must also wear approved eye protection. Georgia also prohibits lane splitting, meaning riding between lanes or rows of traffic, under O.C.G.A. § 40-6-312.
These rules matter after a crash as well as before one. Georgia follows a modified comparative fault rule, so a rider found 50 percent or more at fault cannot recover compensation, and a lower share of fault reduces the amount recovered. A Decatur motorcycle accident attorney can address insurer arguments that blame the rider for an injury another driver caused.
How Can Riders and Drivers Reduce the Risk?
For riders, the firm recommends high-visibility or reflective gear, a headlight that stays on, and a habit of staying out of the blind spots of trucks and larger vehicles. Riding sober, leaving extra following distance, and using a staggered formation on group rides all give riders more time to react.
For drivers, the most important habit is looking twice. A motorcycle's narrow profile can make it harder to see and its speed harder to judge, particularly at intersections and when changing lanes. Georgia's Hands-Free law, O.C.G.A. § 40-6-241, also prohibits holding a phone while driving.
“Many of the riders who are hurt did the things they were supposed to do and were still struck because another driver did not look,” said Terance Madden, founder of T. Madden & Associates, P.C. “Good gear and defensive riding improve the odds, but they do not make a rider responsible for someone else's mistake. A personal injury attorney can help make sure the rider is not left to carry that alone.”
What Should an Injured Motorcycle Rider Do After a Crash?
The firm advises riders to call 911 and seek medical care right away, even if injuries seem minor, since some serious injuries are not immediately apparent. Riders should photograph the scene, the motorcycle, and visible injuries, and collect the names and contact information of witnesses. A damaged helmet and riding gear should be kept rather than repaired or discarded, because they can show how the crash happened. A motorcycle accident lawyer can help preserve this evidence.
Riders should also be cautious about giving recorded statements to an insurance company before understanding their rights. Georgia generally allows two years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33, so waiting can put a claim at risk. A catastrophic injury lawyer can account for long-term medical care, lost income, and permanent changes to a rider's daily life.
Anyone searching for a personal injury attorney can contact T. Madden & Associates, P.C. for a free consultation.
About T. Madden & Associates, P.C.
Established nearly 25 years ago by Georgia personal injury lawyer Terance Madden, T. Madden & Associates, P.C. is a boutique catastrophic injury law firm providing experienced legal representation statewide from its offices in Atlanta, Decatur, Jonesboro, Macon, and Augusta. Led by an executive partnership of veteran attorneys, the firm specializes in severe automobile and trucking collisions, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death. The firm operates on a no-fees-unless-we-win basis to keep legal help accessible to all, coupling high-powered trial advocacy with dedicated client care. The firm also gives back through The Terance Madden Foundation, a 501(c)(3) that has awarded college scholarships to more than 250 Atlanta-area students over the past decade. Learn more at https://www.tmaddenlaw.com/. Contact T. Madden & Associates, P.C. for a free consultation.
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