You Need To Contact A Motorcycle Accidents Attorney Immediately After A Motorcycle Accident
If you or a family member has been injured in a motorcycle accident due to the negligence of the other driver, our law firm can help you. We can assist you in getting your medical bills, prescriptions, wage loss, damage to your motorcycle and other accident related costs and expenses paid or reimbursed to you in a timely manner. Your motorcycle accidents attorney can help you in making any necessary insurance claims and handling your case against the at-fault drivers insurance company.
Motorcycle Accidents
For most bikers, motorcycling is an enjoyable adventure. For others their motorcycle is their main form of transportation of getting to and from work or running errands. Whether you are loyal to your cruiser or are a sport bike enthusiast the riders of Harleys, Suzukis, Hondas, Kawasakis and Yamahas love to get on their motorcycles and hit the long and winding road. There is nothing that compares to riding a motorcycle that makes them feel free and living on the edge. However, motorcycling is fraught with risks which can lead to accidents, injuries and even death.
Government statistics show motorcycle accidents are increasing each year. Motorcycle accidents sometimes leads to severe consequences and motorcyclists are at a greater risk in an accident than drivers or passengers in motor vehicles. Obviously in a motor vehicle accident, the vehicle absorbs more of the forces from the impact or collision than a motorcycle does. Further motorcycles are less visible to other motorists as motorcycles are smaller than other vehicles.
Because of these factors, motorcycle accidents often result in fractured bones, disfigurement, road rash, brain trauma and other serious injuries and even death to motorcycle riders.
If you enjoy motorcycling you do not need to stop riding but it is beneficial to know about the causes of motorcycle accidents, some basic safety reminders and to have some common sense advice on what to do if you are in a motorcycle accident.
Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents can happen in a split second and some occur because the other driver turns left in front of the motorcyclist; or runs into the rear of the motorcycle; or switches lanes into the motorcyclist; or pulls out in front of the motorcyclist. Sometimes the motorcyclist is at fault for using excessive speed or wiping out by turning too fast or trying special maneuvers. Other causes are defective equipment, worn tires, faulty brakes etc. or road hazards and conditions such as potholes, sand or gravel on the pavement, wet and slick roads and blind spots.
Basic Motorcycle Safety Tips
There are some basic steps every biker can take to lessen the risk of an accident and injury. Ride defensively and be on the lookout for other drivers. Obey all traffic rules and regulations. Enroll in a motorcycle training course. Be attentive. Always maintain safe speeds and never consume alcohol or drugs and attempt to operate a motorcycle. Try to be as visible as possible. Always use protective equipment including helmets. Maintain your motorcycle in excellent working condition.
What To Do After A Motorcycle Accident
If you find yourself involved in a motorcycle accident, there are things you can do to protect yourself and enable you to obtain a fair and just settlement for any losses and injuries which may result. Always call 911 to receive medical treatment for anyone hurt including yourself. Call the police to have the accident investigated and get information from the other driver to include their name, address, home, work and cell phone numbers, insurance company and policy number. Also write down details of the accident and get the names, addresses and phone numbers of all witnesses. Do not admit fault at the scene or elsewhere and remember anything you say may be used against you later. Take photos of your injuries, the scene of the accident and of the damage to your motorcycle. Further contact an experienced motorcycle accidents attorney for legal advice and representation.
If you are injured in a motorcycle accident due to the other drivers negligence, do not do anything that would jeopardize you obtaining a fair and just settlement. Please call The Nuebel Law Firm, P.A. promptly at 407-703-5999 for a free, no obligation consultation with an experienced motorcycle accidents attorney.
