Compensation Claims For Motorcyclists And Bicyclists – The Consequences of Failing To Wear A Helmet

Safety is a crucial factor for motorcycle and bicycle riders, where helmets play a vital role in protecting lives. It is clearly understood that wearing a helmet protects the head during the impact of a crash. What is less well known is how a rider’s claim for damages is affected by not wearing a helmet, even if the accident is caused by the negligence of another party. State law in Ontario makes it mandatory for motorcyclists to wear a helmet, whereas cyclists over the age of 18 are not explicitly required to do so. (more…)