Riding a motorcycle is a freeing experience, but an accident can turn something fun into something you fear. Without the protection of a vehicle, motorcycle accidents often result in serious injuries and death.
You and your family should not continue to suffer financially from the consequences of an accident someone else caused. An Anaheim motorcycle accident lawyer can help you focus on the road to recovery by fighting for the compensation you need on your behalf.
The Ben Crump Law, PLLC, team can benefit you during your legal battle by viewing your claim and going over the evidence you will need to support your case. Give us a call at (800) 924-3113.
Types of Motorcycle Accidents
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that there are thousands of motorcycle accidents each year. Despite registered motorcycles accounting for only three percent of vehicles, 14 percent of fatal crashes are from motorcyclists’ deaths.
Common reasons for motorcycle accidents include the following:
- Lane-splitting. You can increase your risk of other drivers not seeing you when you drive your motorcycle between lanes. Lane-splitting is legal in California.
- Distracted driving. Cellphones, children, pets, daydreaming, and more can distract the driver enough so that they do not see a motorcycle, which can cause an accident.
- Alcohol or drug use. An impaired driver is not a safe driver. If the driver who hit you was drunk or high, they could face a driving under the influence (DUI) charge in addition to your lawsuit.
- Road hazards. Southern California’s earthquakes and other natural disasters can ruin roadways. A pothole or crack in the asphalt can cause a motorcyclist to lose control of their bike and get into an accident.
- Left-hand turns. Motorcycle riders are less visible than cars and trucks, and some accidents happen when drivers turn left into a motorcycle.
- Hit from behind. A car driver might have hit you from behind while you were parked at a stoplight. Because car drivers are not on the lookout for motorcycles, they might not see you.
No matter how the accident occurred, you should not have to deal with the medical bills and other expenses when the accident is someone else’s fault. An Anaheim motorcycle accident lawyer can review and investigate your accident.
The team at Ben Crump Law, PLLC, will work for you to pursue compensation from the responsible party. Give us a call today to discuss the details of your accident during a free consultation.
For a free legal consultation with a motorcycle accidents lawyer serving Anaheim, call (800) 924-3113
Motorcycle Accident Claims
If your motorcycle accident resulted in physical harm, you could sue for personal injury. You could also file for wrongful death if your family member died from injuries suffered from the collision.
You have two years from the accident date to start the legal process, according to the California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) § 335.1. You will first need to send a letter of intention to file to the responsible party. You cannot file a lawsuit until you notify the other party.
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Lawsuit Awards
In your letter, you will need to state the amount of compensation you are requesting. Your compensation amount should include all the losses you experienced because of the collision. Some damages you can claim may include the following:
- Medical expenses. Motorcycle accidents can cause serious injuries. Some may be permanent, disfiguring, and fatal. The health care expenses to treat these wounds and injuries can be astronomical. After the initial emergency care, you or your family member may need surgery and ongoing therapy to recover. If the collision caused permanent harm, you might have years of medical bills in the future.
- Property damage. Your bike was mostly damaged from the accident. In addition to your motorcycle’s repair or replacement costs, you will want to include other damaged items, such as your helmet and protective wear.
- Death expenses. If your family member died because of injuries from the accident, you could sue for wrongful death damages. You can seek reimbursement for health care, funeral, and burial expenses. You may also seek additional funds if your deceased family member was a provider for your household, and their absence means you will face additional financial losses.
- Mental and physical suffering. Injuries are physically painful, and the emotional toll of a motorcycle accident is taxing. The law calls this “pain and suffering,” and you can seek a higher payment to account for these non-economic losses. If your injuries are disabling, the mental hardship may only be starting as you start to process your new life. You might request compensation for the loss of your loved one if the collision took the life of your family member.
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Choosing a Legal Team to Fight for You
While the crash may be the other driver’s fault, their insurance company will be responsible for paying. California has minimum insurance requirements that all drivers must have to cover personal injury and property damage they cause.
The insurance company’s representatives are not there to help you or your family. Insurance businesses are for-profit, and they will try to pay you a smaller amount than you may deserve.
After the notification letter and before going to court, you may start negotiations with them to come to an agreed amount. If you need to focus on recovering, an Anaheim motorcycle accident lawyer can negotiate on your behalf.
At Ben Crump Law, PLLC, you will not have upfront fees. We work on a contingency basis, which means our fee comes only if we win a lawsuit award or settlement for you.
Our team can investigate and gather evidence for your claim or lawsuit while you recuperate or grieve. You should not continue to suffer from someone else’s mistake. Call us today at (800) 924-3113 to speak with one of our representatives during a free consultation.
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