Motorcycle Accidents FAQs

Before you can seek compensation in a motorcycle accident—or any other type of auto accident—you must prove that someone else was negligent and show how they were at fault for the accident. Otherwise, you cannot have a valid claim for financial recovery. Below, we’ll go over how negligence is established in a motorcycle accident case. …

If you were hurt in a motorcycle accident that you didn’t cause, you might wonder how much you should settle for after the accident. Motorcycle accidents can be really complex, so there’s no one ideal settlement amount after this type of crash. It’s best to consider a couple of different factors when determining how much …

The value of a rear-end accident depends on the total losses you experience as a result of the accident and your injuries. This includes both economic and non-economic damages, which can be more difficult to determine. You’ll need to know how much a rear-end accident is worth before you file a claim for compensation. There …

Most lawyers charge for accident claims on a contingency fee. This fee is dependent on whether or not they win your case and what percentage the lawyer takes through their agreement with you. You will need to get clear on what a lawyer charges (and how they charge) for their services before working with them. …

A motorcycle accident can happen at any time, leaving you burdened with costly medical bills, missed wages, serious motorcycle damage, and more. However, you should not have to pay for the costs of someone else’s mistake.  If you’re thinking about filing a lawsuit to seek compensation after a motorcycle accident, you’ll need to know how …

When you suffer injuries in a motorcycle accident, there are typically two types of damages you may face: economic damages (like medical costs and lost wages) and non-economic damages (like pain and suffering).  However, unlike economic damages, which can be demonstrated with a precise dollar amount, pain and suffering needs to be calculated differently for …

Riding a motorcycle can be exhilarating. However, while motorcyclists love the thrill of the ride, there’s always a chance that a serious accident can occur. Motorcycle accidents can leave motorcyclists with severe injuries and heavy financial damages.  Finding the right lawyer for your motorcycle accident case can seem daunting if you don’t know where to …

Most people picture a courtroom, jury, judge, and gavel when they think of legal cases. However, a motorcycle accident case rarely looks like this. Although going to trial is certainly an option, chances are high that you will not have to go to court for a motorcycle accident. Most motorcycle accident cases are resolved through …

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle riders are around 28 times more likely to die in vehicle accidents compared with passenger vehicle occupants. A motorcycle accident can quickly become deadly. If you lost a loved one in a motorcycle crash, you may be entitled to sue for wrongful death damages. Only …

Rear-end collisions are prevalent. According to facts and statistics on highway safety from the Insurance Information Institute’s (III) highway safety facts, rear-end collisions make up about 7.2% of fatal crashes with a moving motor vehicle. That’s not including rear-end accidents that are not fatal but leave the victim with injuries and vehicle damage.  Although rear-end …

Motorcycle accidents tend to be more severe than other types of auto accidents. Therefore, if you got injured in a motorcycle accident caused by someone else, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills and lost wages. Typically you would file a personal injury claim to seek these damages, but you also have …

Motorcyclists face extra risks on the road compared to other motorists. Even the most careful rider is still driving in close proximity to huge vehicles with greater degrees of protection, so it’s no surprise the cost of a motorcycle accident can add up quickly. If you were not at fault for a motorcycle accident in …

Most motorcycle accident victims have (thankfully) never had to deal with the insurance claim process before. This can make the whole situation stressful, especially if you’re not sure when it’ll all end. It helps to know what to expect and how the typical motorcycle accident claim timeline looks. Although every case is different (and the …

Several U.S. states require motorcyclists to wear helmets, and Georgia’s helmet laws are some of the strictest. Georgia is one of the 19 states that say motorcycle riders must wear their helmet at all times. The laws are meant to protect riders from injury in the event of an accident. Unfortunately, they can also limit …

Motorcycle accidents can be catastrophic, causing serious injuries or even death. We know legalities are the last thing on your mind after a stressful motorcycle accident—but the truth is, what you do afterward can impact your financial recovery. That’s why it’s so beneficial to get advice from a motorcycle accident lawyer in Atlanta after your collision. …

A motorcycle accident can leave you with a lot of pain, medical costs, and other expensive and stressful damages. If you or a loved one was in a motorcycle accident, you might wonder how much money you can recover. In Georgia, the person responsible for any personal injury accident is liable for damages. That means …

Since motorcycles don’t provide the same external protection compared with other vehicles, bikers are more vulnerable to skin injuries in a motorcycle accident. For this reason, road rash from an accident is extremely common—and can lead to a lot of internal and external damage. If the motorcycle accident was not your fault, you may be …

There is no average settlement for a motorcycle accident case in Georgia. How much you can recover depends on the unique details of your case. The different factors that impact your settlement include your total damages, prejudice against riders, and liability for the crash. Because, as a motorcyclist, you are at greater risk of injury, …