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I don't have a problem with motorcycle riders not wearing a helmet.

I do have a problem with the motorcycle rider, or most likely the guardians, suing me when I hit them because they are weaving in and out of the I-95 HOV lanes at 6:30AM.

Not wearing a helmet should absolutely prevent that individual from being allowed to sue in case of an accident. If the Virginia legislature can attempt bar fast food lawsuits, why can't they do the same for more identifiable risky behavior.

If an individual partakes in risky behavior, that person should should not dump the consequences on others, either through lawsuits, welfare, or increased insurance costs.

Individual freedom means not pushing the results of your ill conceived decisions upon others.

If the VA legislature bars lawsuits from helmet less motorcycle riders, then go at it.

Not wearing a helmet should absolutely prevent that individual from being allowed to sue in case of an accident.

70% of the time the accident is the fault of the automobile driver. Are you telling me you favor giving the negligent auto driver a pass simply because the motorcyclist wasn't wearing a helmet?

"If an individual partakes in risky behavior, that person should should not dump the consequences on others, either through lawsuits, welfare, or increased insurance costs. ...when I hit them because they are weaving in and out of the I-95 HOV lanes... Individual freedom means not pushing the results of your ill conceived decisions upon others. "

Keep the focus on maintaining control of the vehicle and driving with respect. Drop forcing your ideas of risk reduction, such as helmets. Also, if the accident is your fault. It's YOUR FAULT! You have no right to tell other people to take measure to reduce your liability, because of your own failures.