Are there any special laws that apply to motorcycle accidents?

Yes, there are special laws that apply to motorcycle accidents in Washington. The Washington Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Act is a law that requires motorcyclists to wear helmets and protective gear while riding a motorcycle; it also requires motorists to be aware of motorcyclists and to watch out for them when driving. The act also requires motorcyclists to take a safety course before they can operate a motorcycle. Additionally, the Washington State Statute RCW 46.61.685 assigns a higher degree of liability to motor vehicle drivers who are involved in a crash with a motorcycle. This means that if a motorcyclist is injured in an accident, the motor vehicle driver will be held more responsible for the damages caused. In addition to this statute, Washington law also allows for motorcycle accident victims to be compensated if their injuries are the result of another party’s negligence. This means if the motorcyclist can prove that the other driver was at fault, they may be able to get compensation for their injuries. Finally, Washington also has a law that allows injured motorcyclists to collect damages from the at-fault driver’s insurance company, even if the driver has no insurance. This law is intended to protect motorcyclists from being left without compensation for their injuries.

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