A moped accident is an accident that arises out of the operation, maintenance, or use of a moped. Mopeds are a low-cost alternative to cars, but they have more power and involve less physical exertion. Moped accidents can be caused by various factors, including:
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Collisions: This is when two or more vehicles run into each other. Sometimes its at high speed, and other times its when a vehicle thats moving hits a stationary one. If a moped is struck by a car, truck, or bigger vehicle, then the rider has very little protection and will most likely get seriously hurt or worse.
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Lane splitting: This is when a vehicle like a motorcycle or moped goes in between the cars in two lanes of traffic. Usually, this is when traffic is slow or stopped, but it might also be because the rider simply wants to move faster. Mopeds are smaller than other motorized vehicles, and too many riders think it gives them the ability to do certain things they shouldn’t.
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Negligent drivers: Many moped accidents occur because of a negligent driver – whether the driver failed to check for a moped before making a left turn or rear-ended a rider at a.
Moped accidents can result in serious injuries, including trauma to the head, broken limbs, and fatal injuries.