Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Blog

Luc Bourdon, a rookie defenseman who played for the Vancouver Canucks, was killed when his motorcycle hit a tractor-trailer between the towns of Sippagan and Lemeque, New Brunswick, Canada on Thursday, May 29. Bourdon, who was 21-years-old, was the first round draft pick of the Canucks in 2005.

While Bourdon's family declined commenting to the press about the accident, the Canucks organization stated he will be missed, he was a talented player, and other quotes that will wind up as sound bites on various sports pages, and ESPN.

Here is the point: The accident occurred around 12:30 pm during clear weather. Unfortunately, motorcycle accidents, like all accidents, can occur during any time and any type of weather. The difference with motorcycles is their size, the rate of speed many young riders statistically travel at, and the fact that if a helmet is not being worn and the rider is involved in an accident, the chances of serious injury or death are very high.

A byproduct of accidents that claim the lives of sports figures, musicians, and actors is that ways to avoid or survive these accidents will invariably make it into the news. While this is good on one hand, because being reminded of the limitations or safety regulations while riding a motorcycle should periodically be stressed, on the other hand it is sad that it takes the death of a celebrity to make people take stock of their own riding habits.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, please contact the Motorcycle Accident Lawyer site to find an experienced attorney in your area.