Newtown Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Although many motorcyclists can enjoy their bikes and safely reach their destinations, they cannot control what other drivers may do on the road. If a motorcyclist is injured in an accident, chances are that they will suffer serious injuries that will impose substantial costs in many ways. If a driver was the cause of your motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to substantial financial compensation. You should contact a motorcycle accident lawyer to strengthen your own legal position and improve your chances of receiving full compensation for your injuries.
How Do Drivers Cause Motorcycle Accidents?
Drivers may not know the traffic laws that apply to motorcyclists, namely that bikers have the same rights as they do in traffic. Motorists may also not be able to see motorcyclists because they are not the same height and size. Whether it is because of carelessness or recklessness, drivers may cause motorcycle accidents in the following ways:
- Making an illegal left-hand turn that cuts in front of the motorcyclist’s path.
- Following too closely behind the motorcyclist and rear-ending them.
- Not checking into their blind spots and sideswiping the motorcyclist.
- Running into the biker because the driver was distracted.
- Failure to yield the right of way to the motorcyclist.
How Do I Win a Motorcycle Accident Case?
Negligence is the linchpin of every type of personal injury case, including motorcycle accident claims. What you must prove to win is that the driver did something that would be considered unreasonable under the circumstances. Negligence means the following in a motorcycle accident case.
- The driver owed you the duty of care, as they always do when you are in proximity to them on the road.
- The driver took an action that would be considered objectively unreasonable under the circumstances, and the examples above would likely be considered unreasonable.
- You suffered an injury.
- You would not have been injured had it not been for the actions of the driver.
Your own word counts for very little in telling the story of your accident. Instead, what you say must be backed up by physical evidence corroborating your story.
What Mistakes Should I Avoid After a Motorcycle Accident?
You can make errors after a motorcycle accident that can harm your case. If you commit errors on your own, it could even take away your right to receive compensation for your injuries. Remember that you are the one who has to establish your legal rights and fight for them.
Common mistakes to avoid after a motorcycle accident include:
- Waiting too long to see a doctor or not following all their treatment recommendations.
- Talking to the driver’s insurance company when you are under no obligation to do so.
- Accepting a quick settlement offer that only pays you a fraction of what you deserve.
- Trying to go it alone and not getting help from a motorcycle accident lawyer.
Speaking to a motorcycle accident lawyer takes the pressure off your shoulders and reduces the possibility that you could make any mistakes that could harm your case.
How Much Is My Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?
A motorcycle accident lawyer cannot necessarily answer that question when you ask them during your free initial consultation. You may not even know the scope of your damages until you make more of a physical recovery from your injuries, assuming you can get better to an extent. Your motorcycle accident attorney does not know your exact situation when you first speak to them. They would explain that once you establish liability for the accident, the responsible driver would need to pay you for your financial losses and how your injuries have impacted and changed your life. Since you have likely been seriously hurt in the accident, your damages could be considerable.
What if I am Being Blamed for the Motorcycle Accident?
The insurance company knows that the societal perception of motorcyclists is that they are riskier than the average person. They may think the odds are in their favor if your case reaches a jury. The insurance company also knows that they may be able to reduce the size of what could otherwise be a large check if you were to bear some or all of the blame for the accident. Accordingly, you may find yourself somehow being blamed for the accident.
If you are being accused of wrongful behavior, it is essential that you fight back. If these allegations go unaddressed, they will reduce or eliminate your settlement. Your motorcycle accident attorney would need to present evidence that tells your side of the story. If the insurance company still does not accept your story, you would need to take your chances by taking your case to a jury.
How Long Will a Motorcycle Accident Case Take Me?
The correct answer to the question of how long it may take to resolve your motorcycle accident is that you should spend as much time as is necessary to get the exact amount of money that you deserve. Although it is theoretically possible to settle your case immediately when you have compelling proof of the driver’s negligence, it rarely happens in practice. You would likely need to go through a lengthy negotiation before your case can be resolved.
You would not even be able to file an immediate claim under most circumstances. First, your motorcycle accident lawyer would need to investigate your accident and build your case for compensation. Second, your attorney would need to analyze your situation to learn the nature of your damages. That step may not be able to happen until you have recovered from your injury to the fullest extent possible. In other words, you must be patient, knowing that your case may take some time.
How Can a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Help Me?
You are not equipped to deal with the insurance company on any level. They have trained insurance adjusters whose job is to always protect their employer. There is a complex legal process that you must deal with over the matter of months or years before you can receive money for your injuries. You do not want to deal with this process yourself, nor should you.
Bikers Have Rights knows the ins and outs of motorcycle accidents because this is what we do every day. We know how insurance companies may try to deny you compensation, and we are prepared to deal with their tactics every step of the way.
Contact a Newtown Motorcycle Accident Lawyer at Bikers Have Rights
If you have been injured by a driver while on your bike, a Newtown motorcycle accident lawyer at Bikers Have Rights can fight for you to get top dollar for your claim. Call us today at 215-525-1616 or 877-333-0300 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation. Our office is in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, and we serve clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
