With the exception of their helmets, motorcycle riders have very little protection surrounding them when an accident occurs. A forceful impact may knock them off their bike and onto the ground – or another vehicle – causing them serious injuries.
If you sustain injuries in a motorcycle crash that resulted from someone else’s negligence, you have legal options open to you. The knowledgeable motorcycle accident injury attorneys at Anderson Law, PLLC can help you obtain the justice and closure you deserve and recover the fair monetary compensation you need for your injuries.
For a free case evaluation and legal consultation with an experienced injury attorney in Puyallup, please call us today at (253) 387-2138 or contact us online to learn more.
In most instances, motorcycle crashes result from driver error and negligence. One common cause of these accidents is distracted driving.
A driver is distracted when they fail to watch the road attentively. Electronic devices, including cellular phones, tablets, GPS navigation systems, and other electronic devices, often distract a driver’s attention away from the road. Consequently, the driver may not notice a motorcyclist in the vicinity, causing a forceful impact.
At other times, motorcycle crashes result from intoxicated driving. A passenger vehicle driver is legally intoxicated if they have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent or higher. Commercial drivers, including tractor-trailer operators and minors who are under 21 years old, must follow stricter standards. A drunk driver may not be able to see or appreciate a nearby cyclist, negligently causing an accident. Moreover, intoxicated drivers usually experience delayed reaction time. Therefore, even if a driver spots a motorcycle, they may not be able to stop their vehicle in time to avoid a crash.
Motorcycle accidents also frequently happen when drivers violate road rules. For example, they may speed, fail to yield the right-of-way, or tailgate a cyclist, causing a serious impact. At other times, drivers might engage in aggressive driving maneuvers, including weaving in and out of busy highway traffic, failing to use turn signals, and engaging in road rage. Any of these road rule violations may increase a driver’s chances of causing a motorcycle crash.
In addition to driver negligence, motorcycle crashes sometimes result from defective repair work and defectively designed motorcycle parts, like brake components, steering mechanisms, and handlebars. Finally, these crashes may occur when roadways are defective in some way.
If you suffered injuries in a motorcycle accident that resulted from someone else’s carelessness, our legal team can investigate your accident circumstances and help you file a claim with the appropriate insurance company for damages.
When a motorcyclist falls off their bike in an accident, they may suffer serious injuries that require medical treatment, surgical procedures, and physical therapy. In cases where cyclists suffer permanent injuries, they may require lifetime care at a nursing home or assisted living facility. Potential injuries that motorcycle crash victims suffer include:
If you suffered any of these injuries in your motorcycle crash, you should seek prompt medical treatment right away. While you focus on getting better, our legal team can start gathering the necessary documentation to prove your claim or lawsuit.
Victims of motorcycle accidents can often recover monetary damages depending upon the circumstances surrounding their accident, the types of injuries they suffered, and the cost of their medical treatment. Potential damages include compensation for lost wages, loss of earning capacity, out-of-pocket costs, medical expenses, physical pain and suffering, inconvenience, emotional distress, loss of the ability to use a body part, loss of life enjoyment, and loss of spousal companionship.
Our experienced accident and injury attorneys can determine which of these damages you could pursue in your personal injury claim or lawsuit and will zealously advocate for your legal interests during settlement negotiations – or in court.
Call a Knowledgeable Puyallup Motorcycle Accident Attorney Today
At Anderson Law, PLLC, we can help you file a motorcycle accident claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company, recover a fair settlement, or litigate your case in the court system to a favorable conclusion.
For a free case evaluation and legal consultation with an experienced Puyallup Motorcycle Accident Lawyer, please call us at (253) 387-2138 or contact us online to learn more.
