If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, you need an experienced advocate in your corner—someone who not only understands the law but also understands the road. While many attorneys may handle motorcycle accident claims, working with a lawyer who also rides offers unique advantages. Their firsthand experience can strengthen your case, particularly when dealing with skeptical insurance companies or complex liability issues.
They Understand What You Are Going Through
Personal injury lawyers often have extensive experience helping injured clients. However, a motorcycle accident attorney who rides their own bike brings an added layer of insight and empathy. They know the risks riders face every day and understand how even the most cautious motorcyclist can be hurt due to someone else’s negligence. This shared perspective can lead to a more compassionate attorney-client relationship—and more effective representation.
They Know How to Investigate Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle crash cases often involve different dynamics than standard car accident claims. The small size and agility of motorcycles, the potential for visibility issues, and the unique mechanics of riding can all influence how an accident unfolds.
A lawyer who rides understands these nuances and can more effectively identify what went wrong. Their practical knowledge allows for a more targeted, efficient investigation—especially during the early stages of the case, when preserving evidence is crucial. They may recognize evidence that a general personal injury lawyer might overlook.
They Understand the Insurance Company’s Biases
Unfortunately, insurance companies often approach motorcycle accident claims with unfair skepticism. Riders are frequently portrayed as reckless—even when they’re not at fault. This bias can impact your compensation unless it’s properly challenged.
A motorcycle accident lawyer who rides is well aware of these tactics and knows how to push back. They understand what safety measures riders follow and can counter false narratives about your conduct. Without a strong defense, you risk having your compensation reduced or denied based on inaccurate assumptions.
They Know the Right Experts to Call
In many cases, expert witnesses play a key role in establishing liability and refuting insurance company allegations. These experts might testify about accident reconstruction, road conditions, motorcycle mechanics, or riding behavior.
An attorney who rides is often better equipped to assess which experts are most credible and relevant to your case. They can also have more productive conversations with these experts, ensuring the testimony aligns closely with the realities of motorcycle operation and safety.
Why Brad Tabakin Is the Right Lawyer for Your Motorcycle Case
Attorney Brad Tabakin, Esq. isn’t just a lawyer who represents motorcyclists—he’s a motorcyclist himself. As the founder of Bikers Have Rights, Brad has built his legal career around defending injured riders across Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
With more than three decades of personal injury experience and a lifetime passion for motorcycles, Brad brings a unique combination of legal skill and firsthand riding knowledge to every case. When you hire Brad, you’re working with someone who speaks your language, knows the risks riders face, and will fight aggressively to protect your rights.
Contact a Plymouth Meeting Motorcycle Accident Lawyer at Bikers Have Rights
When you hire a Plymouth Meeting motorcycle accident lawyer at Bikers Have Rights, you are getting a lawyer who knows what you are dealing with at the time. To schedule a free consultation, contact us online or call 215-525-1616 or 877-333-0300. Located in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, we proudly serve clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.