In most motorcycle accident cases, about three-quarters of them involve collisions with passenger cars. The underlying cause was the driver of the car failing to yield the right of way to the motorcyclist.
Other causes include the car driver’s inability to assess the speed of a motorcycle and the fact that they cannot always see the motorist due to their blind spots. Failing to correctly judge the speed of the oncoming bicycle usually results in the car driver arriving too late to avoid the collision because he or she has already moved into the path of the bicycle.
In the case of a collision with an automobile, do not accept the first settlement offer presented by the insurance company. Contact an experienced motorcycle attorney immediately for a consultation. In most cases, insurance companies just want a quick settlement, not just one.
How do you know you have an experienced motorcycle attorney who will come to the table for you in court? Ask the lawyer what is the first thing he will do for you. The answer should be to make sure the insurance agent pays close attention to bike damage. The presence of your attorney will make sure that happens.
If the attorney’s files follow quickly, you want this attorney on your side. A lawsuit puts pressure on the insurance company to pay. It will also, in most cases, prevent the car driver from leaving town.
If your attorney demands your medical records at lightning speed, he knows what he’s doing. The records tell the history of broken bones and recovery times. There are actually seven categories of fractures and classifying your medical record is critical to the disposition of your claim.
Don’t assume that just because your injuries may seem inconsequential to you, they are. Hidden fractures and other medical problems may arise later. Your attorney knows this and knows how to prepare a lawsuit to maximize the benefits of the claim.
While many don’t think they need a lawyer, they honestly do. This area of the law is too complex to handle on your own. A qualified motorcycle attorney will evaluate your case and you can get the judgment you deserve with a minimum of fuss.