Today’s topic is actually going to be motorcycle law and accidents in the state of Missouri. We do mostly car accidents here at the office, but we also handle motorcycle accidents which are very similar but yet different from car accidents.
Legally speaking do I need a motorcycle licence if I want to try the motorcycle in the state of Missouri? #
Yes, you do! You have to pass the written exam, as well as the on-cycle skills test in order to get your motorcycle drivers licence. That’s the M. endorsement on your driver’s licence. If you don’t have that you can get a ticket and if you’re involved in an accident you may be prevented from recovering for your personal injuries. It’s important to follow those lost get a motorcycle licence. I was thinking about getting it once, and then you know I got married had a kid and I was like too dangerous to me. When it comes to insurance minimums they are the same across the board, so you have to have bodily injury liability per person. $50k bodily injury for all persons involved. $10k property damages and then they have to sell you the $25k uninsured motorist coverage.
I would advise you get higher limits in particular if you gonna be on that motorcycle. #
In particular, get very high $250k for the uninsured motorist as well as underinsurance motorist coverage. Recently the Missouri legislature repealed the mandatory helmet law for people 21 years old and older. If you’re 21 and older you don’t have to wear a motorcycle helmet from riding a motorcycle. If you’re under the age of 21, you still have to wear a motorcycle helmet. A little crazy that law, I know, but it is what it is so far. If you’re injured in a motorcycle accident same law supply as for the car accidents. If you’re not at fault you are entitled to recover your property damages, medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering in case of some wrongdoing by the tortfeasor. Common wrongdoing like DOI driving under the influence of alcohol. You maybe be entitled to punitive damages as well. That’s the Missouri motorcycle accident law.
If you have any questions for me, don’t hesitate to call me at 314-352-6800. Thank you and stay safe out there.
Bajric & Ramic Law Office
Nedim Ramic – Auto Accident Lawyer – Personal Injury Attorney
