Missouri Legislature Reconsiders Motorcycle Helmet Law
Lawmakers in Missouri are once again considering a repeal of the state’s motorcycle helmet law, according to a recent news report from KSPR. If passed, the bill would allow motorcycle riders over the age of 21 to choose whether or not to wear a helmet when they ride. Younger bikers and passengers, however, would still be required to wear helmets.
Currently, Missouri law requires motorcyclists to wear helmets when they ride. However, several advocacy groups have backed the bill, claiming that motorcycle helmets hinder riders as much as they help. For instance, those who want the helmet law repealed argue that it is more difficult to see and hear what’s going on through a motorcycle helmet, and that driving safely can prevent as many injuries as wearing a helmet. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), however, motorcycle helmets prevent up to 37 percent of crashes from becoming deadly, when safe driving may not have saved those motorcyclists if they were not wearing helmets.
Even the safest motorcycle riders cannot prevent every accident. Since bikers’ bodies are more exposed, their injuries in a crash are often more severe than the injuries of those who travel in cars. If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, experienced Missouri motorcycle accident lawyer John Page can help you protect your rights and seek compensation for your injuries. To learn more or to schedule a free consultation, call Page Law today at 314-322-8515.
