If you are seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, you may have grounds to sue the person responsible. This may lead to recovering compensation for your injuries and any pain and suffering that was caused. Having a qualified La Porte Motorcycle Accident Lawyer on your side can help ensure that you get the money you deserve. Contact Ramsey Law Group online or call (844) 223-2271 to schedule a free consultation today.
A motorcycle accident lawyer can take the burden of dealing with the insurance company off of your shoulders and will ensure you are fairly compensated. While you focus on recovering, your attorney will gather critical evidence to prove the other party’s liability, evaluate your case’s value, as well as negotiate a settlement agreement to cover current and future losses. The at-fault party or their insurer may argue that you hold the majority of the fault for the accident. If they can successfully blame you, your compensation can be significantly reduced or unfairly eliminated. Having an attorney will protect you in this scenario and ensure the at-fault party is held accountable.
Texas saw more than 15,764 serious injury accidents in 2021 and 521 fatalities involving motorcycle accidents. When victims do survive, they can suffer catastrophic injuries, such as:
An error or driver negligence is responsible for many motorcycle accidents. The most common reasons why crashes occur in La Porte include distracted driving such as texting while driving, failing to yield the right of way, speeding, tailgating, riding or driving while intoxicated, and abrupt lane changes.
Recovering fair compensation after a motorcycle accident can depend on whether the following steps are taken:
Notify the Police
If you are injured or believe others may be, call 9-1-1. Otherwise, still notify the police. Officers will arrive on the scene and create a police report containing crash-related details, including contact information for all parties involved, statements from drivers and witnesses, where the vehicles came to rest, and other critical information.
Gather Evidence
If you can, take photos and/or videos of the scene, including the motorcycle and other vehicles, your injuries, and anything else that can help establish fault when you file an insurance claim.
Seek Medical Attention
If you are not treated at the scene, see a doctor as soon as possible. Some severe injuries can have delayed symptoms, and the medical records will serve as a link between the accident and your injuries.
Document
Keep any receipts for crash-related expenses, get copies of medical records and write down your daily symptoms, as well as how they interfere with your life.
Before you speak to an insurance company and especially before giving a recorded statement, consult a La Porte motorcycle accident lawyer. They can evaluate your case and discuss your legal options for obtaining the compensation you deserve.
Schedule a free consultation with our La Porte Motorcycle Accident Lawyer at Ramsey Law Group. Call (844) 223-2271 or request one through our online contact form.