# Defensive Driving Lessons from a Fatal Motorcycle Crash | Brooks Law Group ![Deadliest Highways In Florida](https://brookslawgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/car-crash-tampa-compress.jpeg) [Motorcycle accidents](https://brookslawgroup.com/florida/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/) take the lives of countless bikers each year, and sadly, another [individual was killed Saturday night in Tampa](https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/hillsboroughcounty/motorcyclist-crash-interstate-75/67-ddc6b7b1-1171-40c2-b4ec-f9058a655a48). A 43-year old Tampa motorcyclist was heading north on I-75 when he lost control of his bike around milepost 254. While the Florida Highway Patrol said the cause of the accident wasn’t known, what is known is that the biker became separated from his motorcycle after the initial crash, and was then hit by other northbound traffic. He and his motorcycle were successively struck by four sedans, one pickup truck, and one [tractor trailer](https://brookslawgroup.com/florida/truck-accident-lawyer/). Thankfully, no other injuries occurred in this accident, but [the loss of even one life is one too many](https://brookslawgroup.com/florida/wrongful-death-lawyer/). While there are countless tips for safely [operating a motorcycle and driving cautiously when biking in Florida](https://brookslawgroup.com/florida/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/), we believe there’s another key component to address in an accident like this one. ## Defensive Driving. Driving defensively does not mean driving aggressively or reacting negatively to those around you when behind the wheel. Rather, a defensive driver is one who: - stays alert at all times - scans the road continually, both immediately in front of the vehicle and long-distance - routinely checks all mirrors to keep tabs on nearby traffic - removes all distractions while driving (turns off phone, keeps music at a reasonable volume, keeps activity in the car to a minimum, and does not engage in any other activities while driving (including eating, using makeup, texting, etc.) When you drive defensively, you are always ready to react appropriately when an accident occurs around you. While this particular death likely wouldn’t have been prevented by different actions on the part of any other involved drivers, other deaths can be prevented when secondary collisions are avoided with defensive driving techniques. For example, a defensive driver might see someone coming into their lane while on the highway and be forced to make a split second decision. By immediately reacting and adjusting their speed, safely changing to another lane, and/or using their car horn to signal the other driver in time to avoid an accident, they are potentially saving lives, including their own. Look to Brooks!CALL US TODAY [![Phone Icon](https://brookslawgroup.com/wp-content/themes/brooks-law-group/assets/app/img/ctas/phone-icon.png)(800) 529-3030](tel:+18005293030) Really, defensive driving is all about acute awareness of the road and other drivers around you. Defending victims of car accidents and wrongful deaths in court is much the same. A good attorney will be aware of all aspects of your case, and take the measures necessary to best achieve the results you deserve and the compensation you need to move forward in life. For victims in the greater Tampa Bay area and their families, [Brooks Law Group is ready to stand up and be the voice they need in the courtroom or around the negotiation table](https://brookslawgroup.com/about-us/). Accidents happen, and when they do, Central Florida residents know they should always [Look to Brooks](https://brookslawgroup.com/contact-us/). Call or text [(800) 529-3030](tel:+18005293030) or complete a [Free Case Evaluation form](/contact-us/) Car Accidents Blog Posts: [![Side of a white commercial van](https://brookslawgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/LTB-Blog-2-Image-1-300x251.jpg)](https://brookslawgroup.com/blog/hit-during-the-holidays-your-rights-after-a-commercial-vehicle-accident/) ### [Hit During the Holidays: Your Rights After a Commercial Vehicle Accident](https://brookslawgroup.com/blog/hit-during-the-holidays-your-rights-after-a-commercial-vehicle-accident/) Florida's roads are notoriously busy during the holiday season, and that increases your chances of being hit by a [![car upside down after accident in road](https://brookslawgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/LTB-Blog-2-Image-1-2-300x251.jpg)](https://brookslawgroup.com/blog/horrific-night-in-lake-wales-17-vehicle-pileup-stuns-witnesses/) ### [Horrific Night in Lake Wales - 17 Vehicle Pileup Stuns Witnesses](https://brookslawgroup.com/blog/horrific-night-in-lake-wales-17-vehicle-pileup-stuns-witnesses/) Have you ever been in a serious car accident involving multiple vehicles? Thursday night was scary for many residents [![blue semi-trucks parked](https://brookslawgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/AdobeStock_193218762-300x200.jpeg)](https://brookslawgroup.com/blog/semi-truck-crash-in-lakeland-shuts-down-roads/) ### [Semi-Truck Crash in Lakeland Shuts Down Roads](https://brookslawgroup.com/blog/semi-truck-crash-in-lakeland-shuts-down-roads/) Early this morning, a Lakeland semi-truck crash had roads closed for hours. The collision occurred near the I-4 [![car accident injuries in Tampa](https://brookslawgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/car-accident-injuries-300x200.jpg)](https://brookslawgroup.com/blog/in-a-crash-keep-these-items-handy-in-your-glove-box/) ### [In A Crash? Keep These Items Handy In Your Glove Box](https://brookslawgroup.com/blog/in-a-crash-keep-these-items-handy-in-your-glove-box/) Keeping a few key items in your glove compartment can make a chaotic car accident scene more manageable. 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