Compared to occupants of passenger vehicles, motorcycle riders have little to no protection when they are struck by other motor vehicles. As a result, the injuries sustained by motorcycle riders are often quite serious, if not fatal. Even when the rider survives, the motorcycle accidents can be physically, emotionally, and financially devastating.
If you or a loved one have been in a motorcycle accident in San Diego, Walker Law P.C, is here to help. Our attorneys understand how to fight for justice for motorcyclists and represent their clients with passion, vigor, and the skill necessary to get them the compensation they deserve.
Call today for a free and confidential case evaluation.
Characteristics of Motorcycle Accident Injuries
In 2008, nearly 100,000 motorcyclists were injured in traffic accidents in the United States, with another 5,000 dead. Between 1999 and 2008, the incidence of serious injuries and fatalities caused by motorcycle accidents in California significantly increased.
Motorcycle accident injuries can range in type and severity. Some common types include:
Wrongful death due to catastrophic body and head injuries
Paraplegia and immobilization
Brain Injury
Broken Bone
Organ Damage
Lung collapse and other catastrophic internal organ injuries
Fractures
Post-traumatic stress disorder, severe mental anguish, and anxiety
Permanent disability, disfigurement, and scarring
Steps You Should Take After A Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle riders may have many questions and be confused about where to begin after an accident. While the time following a motorcycle accident can be filled with emotions, victims should take the time to collect themselves as the actions immediately following an accident can make or break a case. The following actions are advised to take right after an accident occurs:
Get out of the danger zone.
Contact 911.
Document the scene and take photos.
Exchange information with the other party.
Get the police report.
Contact a lawyer.
Prepare to give a statement to the insurance company.
How We Approach Motorcycle Accident Cases
Riding a motorcycle can leave you very exposed to danger should you happen to come off your bike. Wearing the right protective clothing may help, but nothing can prepare you for the shock and damage that occurs when serious injury takes place. If you have been injured in or due to a motorcycle accident, you need to get legal assistance as soon as you can. If you are severely injured then your family can contact us on your behalf. Within our team of lawyers we have extremely knowledgeable and adroit experts who will know exactly what to do to look after your rights and help to determine your status with regard to compensation for injury.
Recoverable Damages
Following a motorcycle accident, a plaintiff who brings a successful case can claim recovery for damages incurred. Possible damages recovered in a motorcycle accident suit include:
Medical expenses
Wages lost
Suffering and pain
Damages to property
Squandered future earnings
Repairs and replacements for motorcycles
Motorcycle Accident Claims We Handle
At Walker Law we are able to help with many types of motorcycle accident claims in the San Diego area. Some of the cases that we deal with are:
Your motorcycle has been hit by a large vehicle or truck
You have been in collision with a car
A road hazard may have caused you to lose control of your motorcycle (i.e. potholes, gravel, etc.)
If you have been affected by any of these or similar events, it is essential that you get good solid advice from the specialist motorcycle accident attorneys in at Walker Law. We will point you in the right direction, providing you with first class advice and support. Contact us now for a case evaluation free of charge. We are always on hand to help and offer guidance, ensuring that your claim is in safe hands.
