Apr 20, 2026 - Blogs by Sky Law Group
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month — and in Orange County, California, that message couldn’t be more urgent. With thousands of motorcyclists hitting Pacific Coast Highway, the 405, the 5, and canyon roads through Laguna Beach and Trabuco Canyon every single day, May brings both higher ridership and, unfortunately, a spike in crashes. If you or someone you love rides a motorcycle in Southern California, this guide is for you. At Sky Law Group, we’ve represented hundreds of motorcycle accident victims throughout Orange County — from Irvine to Anaheim, Santa Ana to San Clemente. We know what you’re up against when you’re on two wheels and a driver cuts you off. This guide covers the safety tips every OC rider should know and what your legal rights are if a crash does happen. Already injured? Contact our motorcycle accident lawyers in Orange County for a free consultation — available 24/7, no fee unless we win. Why May Is the Most Dangerous Month for Motorcyclists in California Every May, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) designate the month as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month for a reason: crash rates climb as more riders hit the roads after winter. In California, where riding is year-round, May still marks a statistically elevated period of accidents because: Increased ridership — Longer daylight hours, warmer temperatures, and the Memorial Day weekend all drive more motorcycles onto OC streets and freeways. Inattentive drivers — After months of seeing […]