Finding The Right Lawyer For Your Motorcycle Accident Case

As a motorcycle accident lawyer, I have seen the devastating injuries that can be caused when a car hits a motorcyclist. Not only have I dealt with clients that have been injured in motorcycle accidents, I have been injured in a motorcycle accident myself. Having experienced the injuries and fear that come along with a high speed motorcycle accident, I understand the damages that are involved, and how important it is to find an attorney that makes you feel at ease. Injuries in motorcycle cases are usually pretty severe, but juries oftentimes have biases against motorcycle riders. Despite the fact that 80% of motorcycle accidents are caused by cars, this is a bias that we have to overcome when getting you the money that you deserve, which is exactly why you need an experienced motorcycle injury attorney.

There has been an increase in 74% in motorcycle registration over the last decade, and along with it, an increase in motorcycle accident fatalities. There were over 2,300 motorcycle accidents in Washington State last year, and 66 of them resulted in the death of someone on the motorcycle. Surprisingly, the majority of these accidents happen in good weather conditions. More than 80% of all motorcycle accidents last year happened between April and September - likely because more people ride their bikes in good weather rather than bad. As I witnessed firsthand during my motorcycle accident, there is sometimes nothing one can do to avoid being hit by a negligent car driver. There are, however, some steps you can take to lower the risk of riding a motorcycle. You've heard it a million times before if you ride a motorcycle, but wearing a helmet does significantly reduce the risk of death and serious head injury in case of an accident. It is certainly not full-proof, but everyone who rides a motorcycle should wear one. Along with wearing a helmet, it is essential to ride at safe speeds. Car drivers are not always on the lookout for motorcycles, so if you are whizzing by them at unsafe speeds, there is an increased chance of them turning right into you. It is also very important to prepare yourself for the danger of the road by attending motorcycle training classes. Going above and beyond the normal requirement for getting your license can go a long way to making you a safer driver.

Unfortunately, even if you are a very safe motorcyclist, there is still a chance that you may be hit by a negligent driver. If this happens and you sustain an injury as a result of the accident, you should seek out the services of an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer. Motorcycle accident cases are different than normal auto accident cases, so when you search for an attorney, make sure they are not only experienced in fighting insurance companies on the behalf of injured victims, but also understand the nuances of motorcycle accidents. It is also essential that your attorney is not afraid to take a case to court. Insurance companies know that winning these types of cases in court is made more difficult by jury biases, so their strategy is usually to get people to settle for a very little amount of money. The attorney in motorcycle accident cases needs to make it clear to the insurance company that they are not afraid to take it all the way to court. Accepting low settlements is unacceptable, so make sure you choose an attorney who is willing to put a lot of time and effort into your case.

If you have been in a motorcycle accident, the only way to know how much your case is worth is to speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer. Each case is unique, but luckily most injury lawyers, including myself, offer free initial consultations to give you the advice you need to properly pursue your motorcycle injury case.