{"id":475,"date":"2024-06-05T10:07:11","date_gmt":"2024-06-05T10:07:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fnblegal.com\/?p=475"},"modified":"2024-06-05T10:07:11","modified_gmt":"2024-06-05T10:07:11","slug":"motorcycle-helmet-guide-by-injury-lawyer-peter-briskin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fnblegal.com\/backup\/motorcycle-helmet-guide-by-injury-lawyer-peter-briskin\/blog\/","title":{"rendered":"Motorcycle Helmet Guide by Injury Lawyer Peter Briskin"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Peter<\/p>\n

Motorcycle and Scooter Helmet Guide<\/h3>\n

According to the Governors Highway Safety association there were approximately 5,000 motorcycle deaths in the United States in 2017.\u00a0 Given those figures its absurd that all states have not adopted more protective laws.\u00a0 Being a safe drive aka \u201cdriving defensively\u201d alone can not guarantee that a biker will be immune from injury.\u00a0 Not surprisingly according to a NHTSA study from 2016 motorcyclists were 28 times more likely than passenger car occupants to die in a collision.\u00a0 Congested streets, distracted drivers, and debris on the roads become especially dangerous to motorcyclists.\u00a0 Simply put, crashes can not be avoided, regardless of your level of experience.\u00a0 The best way to protect yourself as a motorcycle<\/a> rider is to wear appropriate safety equipment, the most important piece being a properly-fitted helmet!<\/p>\n

Helmets reduce the risk of death by 37% and reduce the risk of head injury by 69%.\u00a0 Just by the nature of the activity motorcycle riders are more likely to suffer serious traumatic brain injury or death.\u00a0 Surprisingly, over the last decade the number of motorcyclists wearing helmets has declined over the past decade to an estimate of 58% nationwide according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.<\/p>\n

\"Peter<\/p>\n

NEW JERSEY AND NEW YORK<\/h3>\n

Both states require motorcycle riders (both drivers and passengers) to wear Department of Transportation approved helmets.\u00a0 The DOT standard sets minimum levels of safety for helmets to protect the head and brain in the event of impact.\u00a0 Depending who you ask you may get a different answer but generally there are six (6) types of helmets, the most common of which for road bikes are half helmets, open face and full face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\"Peter<\/td>\n\n

HALF HELMET<\/h4>\n

This helmet only covers the top half of an operator\u2019s head, providing great ventilation but the least protection of the three most common.\u00a0 The biggest drawback to this style is the lack of protection of this design, leaving the back of the head, sides, forehead and face unprotected.\u00a0 The chin and jaw are completely exposed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
\"Peter<\/td>\n\n

OPEN FACE HELMET<\/h4>\n

This helmet copies the design of the of a full face but omits the chin bar and face shield. Despite a great combination of convenience, comfort and protection it leaves the face exposed to roadway debris as well as a lack of protection for the chin and jaw.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
\"Peter<\/td>\n\n

FULL FACE HELMET<\/h4>\n

The greatest protection available this helmet covers the top, back and sides of the head and includes a shield to protect the face (protects the face from flying debris).\u00a0 This helmet also has a chin bar which protects the chin and jaw in the event of a collision or other fall from the bike.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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HELMET CERTIFICATIONS<\/h3>\n

There are two main types for helmets sold in the U.S.<\/p>\n

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  1. DOT \u2013 provides the most basic requirements for helmets by regulating helmet\u2019s strength during impact, field of view, penetration resistance and labeling.\u00a0 However, Dot does not provide any testing or quality assurance.\u00a0 DOT-approved helmet manufacturers are instead subject to random testing by independent contractors.<\/li>\n
  2. Snell \u2013 standards are regulated by Snell Memorial Foundation and are more stringent than DOT standards. Snell employs their own technicians which subject motorcycle helmets to testing in their own labs and applying very strict standards.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    MOST IMPORTANT FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING A HELMET:<\/h3>\n

    Choose a helmet with 1) Thick Inner Liner 2) Sturdy Chin Strap and Rivets 3) Weight of three (3) pounds 4)DOT label 5) Snell Label<\/p>\n

    Once you have chosen your helmet it is very important to have it properly sized.\u00a0 Loose helmets can tremendously impact effectiveness and peripheral vision.<\/p>\n