Motorcycle riders do not have a metal shell, seat belt, or air bags to protect them the way a driver and passengers in a car do. When a crash between a motorcycle and a car occurs, the motorcyclist may experience devastating harm, such as a concussion, back and neck injuries, road rash, broken bones, lost limbs, and paralysis.
If you suffered injuries in a motorcycle accident, you might have spent days, weeks, or even months in the hospital. Upon your release, you might receive medical care at a rehabilitation facility or require regular chiropractor or physical therapist visits. You may struggle to regain your strength and relearn basic skills, such as how to walk.
You may have returned to your job in some capacity, but you can no longer work full-time or handle all the responsibilities you used to have. You might have to give up your career and find work in a new field, or you might have a permanent disability that makes it impossible for you to work in any occupation.
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) reported nearly 3,000 motorcyclists suffered injuries such as these in 2018, while 168 died in crashes statewide.
If you suffer injuries in a motorcycle crash, you could receive help from a Raleigh motorcycle accident lawyer to seek compensation for your medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering. Ben Crump Law, PLLC, has helped people across the United States who suffered harm in motorcycle crashes pursue justice. Call our office today at 800-924-3113 to speak with a member of our staff.
Factors That Lead to a Motorcycle Crash
In many cases, motorcycle accidents occur because a car or truck driver does not see the cyclist. Collisions frequently happen when a driver makes a left-hand turn and does not see a motorcycle approaching the intersection. Another car, a sign, light pole, or some other object might block their view of the bike.
Accidents can also happen when a person on a motorcycle engages in lane splitting, the practice of driving between two lanes of cars stuck in traffic or moving slowly because of congestion. A person in a vehicle may not see a nearby motorcycle and collide with it as they maneuver around traffic.
A person operating either vehicle could violate one or more traffic laws. Either driver may speed, operate their vehicle while intoxicated, and run a red light or stop sign.
Finally, either driver might become distracted by using a cell phone to talk or text instead of paying attention to the road. A motorist may reach for an object that fell on the floor or become engaged in conversation with a passenger. All it takes is a split second of distraction for a crash to occur.
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What a Raleigh Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Could Do for You
Ben Crump Law, PLLC, has helped people in North Carolina and across the United States who suffered injuries in motor vehicle crashes seek justice. We can start working on your case by reviewing the accident report to understand the basic facts and discover if a police officer who responded to the crash issued anyone a ticket or warning for violating a traffic law.
Our team can interview you and any passengers who rode with you at the time. We can also speak with eyewitnesses who saw the accident occur.
We may discover that video of the collision exists, caught by a surveillance camera at a local home or business, or a nearby traffic camera. That footage might provide valuable evidence and clear up any misunderstandings if witnesses give conflicting accounts.
A Raleigh motorcycle accident lawyer can use all that information to determine liability for the collision.
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Liability and Contributory Negligence
The other driver may argue that your actions contributed to the crash. The North Carolina Supreme Court decided in 1869 to follow the doctrine of contributory negligence in personal injury cases, which the Court of Appeals recently affirmed in Saunders v. Hull Property Group.
Under the doctrine of contributory negligence, anyone found to have contributed even one percent of the responsibility for an accident cannot recover compensation for injuries and other losses.
This doctrine explains why your Raleigh motorcycle accident lawyer will conduct a thorough investigation to prove the other driver has 100 percent liability for the accident. This finding allows them to file an insurance claim against the at-fault driver’s policy or a personal injury lawsuit to seek compensation for your medical bills, lost income, repair bills, and pain and suffering. Call Ben Crump Law, PLLC, today to start the process.
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Settlement vs. Trial
Taking a personal injury case to trial can become a long and expensive process. The team at Ben Crump Law, PLLC, often can negotiate a settlement with an insurance adjuster or attorney representing the other party and avoid going to court. However, we will take a case to trial if we cannot reach an agreement on an amount that fully compensates you for the full extent of your losses, both current and future.
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Ben Crump Law, PLLC, Works on Contingency
If you worry about legal fees and think you cannot afford to hire an attorney, don’t let that concern you. The motorcycle accident attorneys at Ben Crump Law, PLLC, operate on a contingency basis. We do not charge clients who seek help with personal injury cases any upfront fees. We cover costs ourselves and only collect a fee if we secure a financial award on a client’s behalf.
Contact a Raleigh Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
North Carolina General Statutes § 1-52 sets the statute of limitations to file a personal injury lawsuit at three years. You might think that is a lot of time, but it could take our team several months to investigate your accident, especially if witnesses prove uncooperative or provide differing accounts.
Contact Ben Crump Law, PLLC, today at 800-924-3113, so our team can review your case and get started fighting for the justice and compensation you deserve.
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