According to the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security, 166 motorcyclists suffered fatal injuries throughout the state in 2018. The unenclosed nature of motorcycles puts riders at an increased risk for severe or fatal injury in the event of an accident. If you suffered injuries or lost someone you love in a Davidson County motorcycle collision with another motor vehicle, a Nashville motorcycle accident lawyer may be able to help you hold the liable driver accountable for your damages. Contact Ben Crump Law, PLLC today at
Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents can occur for many reasons despite rider precaution and legal requirements. Tennessee law (TN Code § 55-9-302) requires all motorcycle riders and passengers to wear helmets, which may substantially reduce the risk of injury in an accident. However, no amount of safety gear can eliminate the risk entirely, and many motorcyclists still suffer serious and fatal injuries as the result of other drivers’ negligence.
Speeding
In many collisions, speeding plays a major role. However, speeding often leads to greater injuries to motorcycle riders than to passenger car occupants. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines an accident as speeding-related if the at-fault driver received a speeding ticket or law enforcement determined that racing, driving too fast for conditions, or driving faster than the posted speed limit played a role in the accident. While approximately 32% of all motorcyclists rode too fast at the time of their accident in 2017, nearly 1 in 5 passenger vehicle drivers did, as well.
Engine Size
The NHTSA also notes that motorcycle engine size may have an effect on the frequency of motorcycle accidents. Researchers found that more than one in four motorcyclists killed in crashes in 2017 were riding motorcycles with an engine size between 1,001 and 1,500 cubic centimeters, while a slightly smaller portion (22 percent) of motorcyclists killed that year were riding motorcycles with larger engines (1,501 cubic centimeters or more).
If a driver’s negligence led to the collision that caused your injury or the loss of a loved one, the lawyers at Ben Crump Law, PLLC may be able to help you seek compensation. Contact our legal team at any time, and we will respond as soon as possible to discuss your options with you.
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A Nashville Motorcycle Accident Lawyer May Be Able to Help You Establish Liability
Tennessee requires the person responsible for causing the accident to cover the victims’ damages. In order to file a claim for financial recovery, you must first prove the liability of the at-fault party. A lawyer may be able to help you do this by demonstrating that the driver had a responsibility to protect your safety within reason and breached that duty by acting in a careless manner or failing to act when necessary, which led to the injuries or loss that left you with significant damages.
Collecting Evidence That May Help Your Case
Many types of evidence from the scene of the accident and those involved with the case may help you prove liability and pursue financial awards. Documentation, statements, and other items that may help you build your case include:
- Photos of skid marks, debris, property damage, and injuries at the scene
- Police reports
- Eyewitness testimony
- Medical records and statements
- Cell phone records
An attorney may be able to help you gather evidence to seek compensation for your injuries.
Fighting Back Against Unfair Insurance Company Tactics
Typically, the person responsible for causing the accident provides coverage for the victims’ injuries through their insurance policy. However, insurance companies have sneaky ways of denying fair settlements to avoid cutting into their profits. They often try to blame the victim or undervalue their injuries, which may feel intimidating to victims and their families.
If an insurance adjuster contacts you with a settlement offer, it may seem convenient, especially during your difficult time. Unfortunately, many victims who take the initial settlement amount that an adjuster offers find out later that it does not provide adequate coverage for their losses. A Nashville motorcycle accident attorney can handle all communication with the insurance company for you and seek fair compensation on your behalf.
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Tennessee Statutes of Limitations on Motorcycle Accident Cases
Each state has its own timeframes, or statutes of limitations, during which motorcycle accident victims and their loved ones can file claims against the liable party. The claimant must either settle the claim or initiate a lawsuit before time runs out. In Tennessee, victims and certain family members only have up to one year from the date of the motorcycle accident or the date of their loved one’s passing to file a claim for financial recovery, per TN Code § 28-3-104.
We recommend starting the process as soon as possible to avoid preventable delays and ensure you do not miss your window of opportunity. We can determine if you still have time to file a claim and get started on your case right away.
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Contact Ben Crump Law, PLLC Today to Get Started
At Ben Crump Law, PLLC, our lawyers understand the long-term effects motorcycle accidents may have not only on the victims, but on their families, as well. In addition to physical injuries, they often must confront emotional trauma and financial instability, all as the result of another person’s negligence.
If you or a loved one suffered serious or fatal injuries in a Nashville motorcycle accident, a Nashville motorcycle accident lawyer from our team may be able to help you seek the compensation you deserve, and you do not owe us any fees unless we win awards for you. Contact us today at
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