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Legal Fighters personal injury attorneys understand the crushing impact a motorcycle accident injury can have on your life and the lives of your family. We have the skills, experience, and resources required to fight unresponsive negligent individuals and their insurance companies.
Our number one priority is to ensure that you receive the settlement you deserve, covering not only medical expenses, but lost income, as well as pain and suffering and more.
First, it is important to realize you are not alone. California was the site of 10,597 motorcycle accidents resulting in 8,632 injuries and 532 fatalities in 2022.
Our personal injury lawyers have experience in managing motorcycle accident claims involving the full range of injuries. Often, motorcyclists are discharged from their vehicles and become airborne. In these cases, victims often use their arms to brace for a fall. It is a common reflex. Consequently, motorcyclists who experience a hard landing in an accident are likely to suffer shoulder injuries and torn rotator cuffs.
Broken arms, elbows and fingers are also common. In addition, Injured motorcyclists might experience permanent nerve damage to the upper body. Lower body parts are also vulnerable including the knees, calves, ankles, and feet.
California’s mandatory helmet law, detailed in Vehicle Code Section 27803, states that it is “unlawful to operate a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized bicycle if the driver or any passenger is not wearing a safety helmet.” While wearing a motorcycle helmet can prevent or mitigate head injuries, it does not prevent head injuries in all accidents. Common head injuries that motorcyclists and riders suffer in motorcycle accidents include concussions, traumatic brain injuries, comas, hemorrhaging, brain swelling, seizures and paralysis.
In short, we have seen it all. While your motorcycle accident injury may be a once-in-a lifetime event for you, Legal Fighters attorneys have been there and done that.
Important steps that every rider can take to minimize accident occurrences and mitigate injuries including:
Motorcycle accident liability is determined by comparative negligence rules in California. This means that multiple parties can be found liable for the accident, and each party’s fault is apportioned. In a fault state like California, insurance companies play a significant role in determining fault and liability in vehicle accidents. The insurance companies will investigate and determine who was at fault for the accident, based on police reports, witness statements, and other evidence. That is why it is so critical that your interests are represented by an experienced personal injury attorney as soon after the incident as possible.
A car or truck driver is more likely to be at fault for a motorcycle-related crash. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), most multi-vehicle motorcycle accidents occur when another driver does not see a motorcycle rider.
Thanks to our 20 years of experience in over 6,000 cases, we understand your concerns and are well prepared to address them, including:
Motorcycle accident victims are often persuaded to try to obtain a quick settlement directly from the insurance companies, without the help of a lawyer. This can be a significant error in judgement that could cost you thousands of dollars in benefits!
It is important to note the insurance companies are not on your side. Their goal is to settle for as little as possible. A single wrong word or oversight in your interactions with them can lead to your claim being significantly reduced or even completely denied.
Legal Fighters attorneys know exactly how to handle the insurance companies and position you to receive maximum compensation for your injuries. Our Legal Fighters will maximize your settlement by determining all damages, including economic and non-economic losses including:
Even if the other driver is uninsured, if you have uninsured motorist protection on your insurance policy, then your insurance provider must cover you up to the policy limits of your uninsured motorist protection. You may also be able to receive compensation for your damages, including pain and suffering, emotional distress, lost wages, and medical expenses.
Navigating the complexities of a motorcycle accident lawsuit in California demands the support of a skilled motorcycle accident lawyer. What may seem to be a minor accident can quickly become extremely expensive. Motorcycle accident injuries can take months, even years, to fully heal, while lost wages and other expenses continue to mount.
If you underwent minor injuries such as bruises, minor cuts, and sprains, the average settlement amount in California is normally between $3,000 and $10,000. For moderate injuries like broken bones requiring surgery or physical therapy, the settlement can vary from $10,000 to $50,000. Severe injuries, including head trauma or spinal cord injuries, requiring long-term medical care and dramatically affecting the quality of life, can lead to settlements ranging from $50,000 to $200,000 to a $1 million plus.
Factors impacting your settlement amount include the severity of your injuries, the liability determination, the insurance policy limits, the medical expenses incurred, lost wages, as well as the pain and suffering you experience.
Legal Fighters will make sure your settlement includes both specific and general damages.
At Legal Fighters, we have recovered over $2.5 billion in damages for our injured clients.
Just like delaying action to treat a medical condition can have a negative impact, so too can procrastinating about the injury you suffered in a motorcycle accident. Delayed shock symptoms are common.
It is common to feel minor aches and pain immediately after an accident, and it is also not unusual for pain symptoms to develop days or even weeks after a collision. For example, you may notice soreness in your neck or shoulders, start to have abdominal pain, or get headaches hours or days after the accident.
Chest pain, difficulty breathing, or shortness of breath should be red flags following an accident. They could signify chest injuries, internal injuries, rib fractures, or a punctured lung. You should never ignore breathing impairments and seek medical attention promptly to ensure proper diagnosis and treatment.
Emotional and Cognitive Symptoms: Anxiety, depression, mood swings, or memory issues are also common.
In addition to being the equivalent of a ticking time bomb for your health, injuries with delayed symptoms can also make it more difficult to obtain compensation for your accident. Unlike a broken arm or leg which is treated immediately, if you start to experience headaches days after the accident, an insurance company can point to the delay in time and argue that something else may have happened in the interim to cause your headaches. By contacting an attorney immediately after the incident, you protect yourself against experiencing delayed symptoms.
Our personal injury attorneys have over twenty years of experience with $2.5 Billion recovered on 6,000+ cases retained and closed. We have been Rated Best – by people like you. Not only will we schedule your doctor’s visits for you, but we will also make the necessary transportation arrangements. And, in addition to handling your payments, we will assist you in negotiating and paying your expenses.
If you are wondering whether you have a compelling case for compensation against another driver or an insurance company because of a motorcycle accident, we can review the facts and help you understand your rights and options under the law. Call Legal Fighters for a free evaluation and consultation!