Motorcycle Accident Representation

Professional Representation for Motorcycle Accidents

In Massachusetts alone, there have been almost 200 motorcyclists who died on our streets between 2010 and 2013, based on reports by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. As required by state law for all passengers of those, over 80% were wearing helmets. Here at Coleman & MacDonald Law Office, we believe in motorcyclists' rights and know the problem victims could face in procuring reimbursement.

Help for Victims Of Catastrophic Accidents

Motorcycle crash claims are assigned to the best insurance adjusters. The adjusters work hard to discover a motive to blame the accident on the victim, deny all claims, trivialize the harm, and minimize injury claim obligations. Call our team of professionals for a winning legal strategy.

If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, you should avoid speaking with insurance adjusters following the crash. A simple mistake can ruin your chances for a successful claim. Get in touch with one of our personal injury attorneys immediately. We offer free over-the-phone consultations.

Our team offers representation for car vs. motorcycle accident cases, no matter how complicated. Our extensive expertise lets us collect the best possible settlement for a victim. We work with reconstruction specialists to acquire evidence, and we know how to present that evidence to demonstrate how your injuries will affect your well-being. We must have admissible proof confirming your injuries will be permanent for cash payment settlements.

Our company is dedicated to defending your case. Please call us today! Motorcycle accidents often result from another motorist's negligence. Some of the more common cases include:

• Cutting off a motorcyclist at an intersection
• Failing to yield
• Swerving in front of a motorcyclist
• Speeding
• Distracted driving
• Driving under the influence

PIP Coverage and Motorcycle Accidents

Insurance companies can complicate the process of claims in a motorcycle collision. Massachusetts law requires personal injury protection (PIP) insurance coverage on all automobile insurance policies, which covers some health care expenses. Insurers aren't required to offer PIP coverage in motorcycle policies, which means passengers and riders are unprotected. Motorcyclists need to have healthcare insurance and look into different kinds of policies. A motorcyclist involved in a collision might also be accountable for paying the expenses of a passenger's injury.

When the motorcyclist isn't at fault, the individual may attempt to recover compensation against the motorist and their insurance provider. For a successful claim, the driver must be deemed negligent. This means one must demonstrate the driver failed to use reasonable caution, resulting in the accident leading to the motorcyclist's death or severe injuries. By calling an experienced lawyer, you'll have leverage in negotiations with insurance companies. Insurance companies will try to invalidate the victim's claims. We recommend speaking with an accident attorney first.

If discussions with the insurer are ineffective, we can explore litigation. Motorcycle accident injuries are usually extreme and can be attributed to a few simple facts. A motorcyclist has less protection than somebody in a motor vehicle, even if the cyclist is wearing a helmet. The most severe injuries occur when the heavy bulk of an automobile collides with a lightweight bike. Some of those injuries include:

• Road rash
• Severe lacerations, cuts, and swelling
• Facial disfigurement
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Internal bleeding or damage
• Fractured bones
• Spinal cord injuries

Victims who survive these accidents need medical attention, medication, surgery, and rehabilitation. In some cases, the injury could result in a disability. On top of medical documentation, your lawyer should initiate a complete examination by specialists willing to testify concerning your prognosis and trauma. Once our staff has those details, we'll begin to pursue reimbursement. These claims can include:

• Cost of medical procedures (past and future)
• Loss of wages
• Loss of earning ability
• Pain and discomfort
• Loss of consortium

Actual recovery will depend on the individual facts of the situation and if the motorcyclist contributed some responsibility for the accident (known as relative fault). It may reduce the final amount; however, this won't bar recovery. Call our staff to discuss the details of your case and learn the best way to move forward.