Glossary of Motorcycle Injury Law Terms

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Legal Glossaries Index

Easy Rider: The famous motorcycle movie, released in 1969, starring Peter Fonda, Dennis Hopper, and Jack Nicholson.

EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection.

Emotional Distress: Mental anguish.

Engine Cut Off Switch: Usually located on the right handlebar switch housing, this switch allows the motorcyclist to turn off the engine without removing his or her hand from the handlebar. Also known as the "kill switch."

Ergonomics: The study of body posture, and the positioning of instruments, to create a good human-to-machine interface. "Good ergonomics" refers to how well a motorcycle fits a rider for its intended use.

Equitable Remedies: Remedies that do not include monetary settlements. Examples include injunctions and restraining orders.

Evidence: The body of law concerning the manner of presentation of information to a judge or jury in a trial.

Exhibit: Any piece of physical evidence used at a trial.

Expert: A witness who may give an opinion in court based on the particular competence of that witness.