As drivers, we understand the risks associated with driving, but often don't pay attention to the hazardous conditions on the road. As a St. Louis Motorcycle Injury Attorney, I believe that I should make drivers aware of road conditions that could potentially cause an accident. On a Missouri road, it is common to see the black tar that lines the street. The black tar that crosses the streets aren't really threatening to motorists in a passenger vehicle, but they can be deadly for people riding a motorcycle.

The black tar lines can be potentially dangerous to motorcyclists and lead to many fatal accidents. The concern for people driving a motorcycle is that the black tar can become slick in wet or hot conditions. Unlike passenger vehicles, motorcycles only have two wheels, so there isn't much that can be done to compensate when conditions cause the driver to lose traction.

Missouri roadways are susceptible to cracking because of the winter temperatures and road crews use the tar to fill in the gaps so there are not large holes in the road. Unfortunately, there is not enough money to replace the cracked sections of the road after each winter, so the problem is fixed with tar. The application of the tar directly effects how dangerous the road will be afterward. If too much tar is left behind and not properly scraped, it creates a larger area that can become slick. The mixture of the tar is just as important as the application. If the solution is not made well, a Missouri motorcycle accident is more likely to occur.

Unfortunately, there is no reliable data to illustrate the motorcycle accidents that are caused by road conditions such as black tar lines. Seasoned motorcyclists are aware of the hazards on the road because they have been riding for many years. Beginners or inexperienced motorcyclists need to be aware of these road hazards, so they can be prepared when they are accelerating or braking near black tar lines.

Please use caution when on your motorcycle and be aware of the risks. If you have been injured in an accident, please see a doctor for your injuries and consult an experienced motorcycle accident attorney. Call 314.720.2706 or toll-free at 888.956.2487 for a free consultation to discuss your accident with an experienced personal injury attorney.

Joshua P. Myers is the owner and President of Myers Injury Law, LLC and a founding partner of Schultz & Myers, LLC.  As a St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyer, his personal injury law firm routinely handles motorcycle accidents that result in personal injury or death throughout the Midwest. If you have been hurt or have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another driver, please contact a motorcycle accident attorney to learn your rights.  It is always free to discuss your case and there are never any attorney's fees until we recover on your behalf.