Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Because of the serious types of injuries we see in motorcycle accidents, motorcyclists have many questions about their legal rights and how to file a personal injury claim. Here are some important things that victims of motorcycle accidents should know.

Motorcycle Accidents are Different from Car Accidents

The biggest difference between motorcycle accidents and car crashes is how much more the injuries may be in a motorcycle crash because motorcyclists are exposed when riding. Also, sometimes there is a negative bias against bikers who are unfairly labeled as “risk-takers” and “daredevils.”

Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents

Some of the most common causes of accidents include drivers who don’t see a motorcycle, distracted drivers, speeding, poorly maintained roads, and drivers who fail to yield the right of way.

Common Injuries from Motorcycle Accidents

Because motorcyclists do not have the same protection as vehicle drivers, they are more likely to sustain serious injuries such as head trauma, broken bones, and road rash.

Your Right to Compensation Includes Many Things

Your legal right to be compensated for your injuries includes many things, such as:

• Past and future medical costs
• Loss of earnings
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Funeral and burial expenses
• Loss of financial support and benefits
• Loss of companionship or consortium

You Need to Act Quickly to Protect Your Legal Rights

If you’ve been harmed in an auto accident, it is very important to speak with an injury lawyer as soon as possible for 2 main reasons:

Your Time is Limited – First, the time to start a legal action for compensation is limited by Texas law to two years from the date of your injury. If you are in an accident involving a vehicle driven by a state or local government worker, the time to bring a claim for your injuries can be a short as 90 days from the date of the incident.   

Evidence Needs to Be Preserved – Second, it is important for your lawyer to collect as much evidence as you can to support your claim before the evidence disappears and the witnesses forget what happened during the accident.

Some Personal Injury Cases Take More Time Than Others

We know that when you are facing medical expenses, you can’t work, and you are feeling financially pressured, you may be tempted to take the first offer that an insurance company makes. Before you accept a quick settlement offer, it is in your best interest to discuss your situation with a personal injury attorney. Our motorcycle accident attorneys know the pressures you are under, and we work without delay to fight for the financial security you’ll need now and in the future.

Our Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Work on a Contingent-Fee Basis

We know that most people can’t afford a motorcycle accident attorney who charges them by the hour. That’s why our injury law firm works on a contingent-fee basis, which means we don’t get paid unless we collect money for you.

If you were hurt in an auto accident, please contact our motorcycle accident lawyers online or call us at 972-380-4444 for your free consultation.