Project Description
Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycles are an affordable and fun mode of transportation. The composition of a motorcycle leaves motorcyclists very exposed when a motorcycle accident occurs. No matter how experienced or observant a rider is, a negligent automobile driver can change a motorcyclist’s life within a moment. When motorcyclists are involved in motorcycle accidents with other vehicles, motorcycle riders (and their passengers) are also more likely to suffer serious injuries and sometimes even death. The Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine offers aggressive, professional representation for motorcycle accidents.
Motorcycle Accidents are life-altering experiences that leave victims vulnerable and in shock after the accident, questioning what to do next. Injured riders are often confused with what to do, who to call, or where to find help after a Motorcycle Accident. The Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine are here for you every step of the way following your Motorcycle Accident.
Motorcycle Accidents leave victims in a troublesome situation, they are in pain and often without any transportation or the ability to work following the motorcycle accident. With increasing medical expenses and potentially lost income, you may quickly find yourself in a scary situation in regards to both your health and your finances. Treatment plans may include many medical providers who specialize in auto accidents, expensive procedures or even surgery for your injuries. A patient’s priority should be on their recovery following an auto accident.
Investigating Motorcycle Accidents
Evaluating all the facts involved in the cause of a motor vehicle accident requires skill and experience. Our office will meticulously investigate your accident and injuries so that you can concentrate on recovering. Establishing fault for an accident may seem like a simple process, especially if you were in a rear-end accident. The insurance companies commonly try to “share” the fault of an accident between the drivers. Our experienced Motorcycle accident attorneys carefully investigate every case to effectively prove negligence and fault. This process includes:
We carefully review and apply our investigated data from your accident to best represent your motorcycle accident and pursue the maximum recovery amount for your injuries.
Types of Motorcycle Accidents:
We know even if you do everything right, the worst can still happen. Motorcycle accidents are among the most severe simply because the rider doesn’t have the typical protection that a car gives its driver. On a motorcycle, there are no barriers between the rider and the asphalt- or a rider and another car. Even accidents as simple as fender benders can be deadly, depending on the speed of the car involved in the accident.
A car turning left in front of a motorcycle at an intersection
A car changing lanes into you
A “fender bender,” – a car hitting you from behind
A car opening its door in your path
Types of Motorcycle Accident Injuries
The injuries typically sustained by motorcycle riders in accidents are life-altering. In a “fender bender” where two cars are involved, for example, there is a high chance that both parties will walk away with no injuries. In the same situation with one car and one motorcycle, the motorcyclist is likely to sustain bruised or broken bones, significant skin bruises or cuts, and extreme road burn. Sometimes, victims will never look the same after their accident, with their injuries being too serious to heal completely without scarring. In these cases, victims may never heal to how they felt before their accident. If their injuries are too serious to heal completely, they will often require continuous medical treatment or therapy.
Motorcycle Accident trauma and injuries often include:
Back Injuries
Neck Injuries
Broken Bones
Head Injuries
Internal Injuries
Lacerations
Seat Belt Injuries
Spinal Cord Injuries (Paralysis)
Wrongful Death
What to do after a Motorcycle Accident?
The steps you take following an accident can be critical.
We Fight For You
If you or a loved one were injured in a motorcycle crash, we at the Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine want to help you. We are a team of skilled, aggressive attorneys who can help you and your family while you recover from this traumatic event. We understand what your family is going through and will work hard to ensure recovery remains your main focus as we protect you. Our dedicated legal team will help you recover any damages you are owed from a motorcycle accident. We will protect you from the start of your case to the very end, even if your case needs to go to trial.
Our skilled Motorcycle Accident Attorneys at The Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine are there for you every step of the way after your accident. Our team can help coordinate the medical care and transportation you need while you try to restore your regular life. We will fight for the best financial recovery possible for your case.
Experienced Attorneys
The Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine legal team is comprised of several attorneys who are Florida Bar Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyers and National Board of Trial Advocacy Civil Trial Lawyers. This Double Board Certification is a distinction of experience in specialized skills, knowledge, and proficiency within the field of personal injury. A Board Certified Specialist can make a huge difference when you need to retain a Personal Injury Attorney.
Florida Board Certification is a volunteer program recognition of “specialist” or “expert” based upon the attorney’s experience requiring:
- The practice of law for at least five years;
Substantial involvement in the specialty of civil trial law — 50% or more — during the three years immediately preceding application;
Handling of at least 15 contested civil cases, including cases before juries as lead counsel and as the trier of fact on some or all of the issues;
50 hours of approved civil trial law certification continuing legal education in the three years immediately preceding application;
Peer review; and,
A written examination.
FAQ
What may appear as a minor accident can often cause serious injuries. You have nothing to lose by seeking legal representation following an accident. It is better to speak with an attorney immediately after an accident to help you navigate the insurance process- Insurance companies are not your friend and will often begin building a case against you as soon as a claim has been filed. Discussing your accident and injury with an attorney allows a professional to review your case and offer free advice. If you are hurt, an attorney can help you take the proper steps to treat your injuries as well as help your case. It is also an opportunity to memorialize what injuries, if any, were caused by the small accident so that an insurance company for a future accident can’t blame future injuries on any current minor accident. Remember, at The Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine, your consultation is always free.
All accidents and injuries are different. You should never feel you need to have a “minimum” of information. Our skilled legal team will be able to work with whatever information you have to guide you through the investigation process. If an insurance company begins asking you questions you don’t know how to answer, The Law Offices of Lucas & Magazine can help.
It is essential to seek medical attention following an injury even if you don’t think your accident was bad. Small signs like headaches, tingling, numbness, jaw pain, other “mild” discomforts can lead to the diagnosis of an injury you may have never known about until you had waived your right to care. Experienced injury medical professionals know the small signs that are often overlooked. Seeking immediate medical attention often leads to a greater overall recovery.
You may be surprised, but not all medical providers offer care to persons injured in car accidents. This is likely due to the nature of their practices or billing procedures. Following an auto accident, PIP is your primary initial medical coverage over all other forms of insurance. Typically, you will need an MRI, a referral to an orthopedic specialist, or maybe even a neurologist. Our firm will be there for you if you have any questions regarding the providers in your community who can treat your auto accident injuries.
Motorcycle Accident Damages:
Medical expenses and future medical expenses
Loss of income
Property Damage
Pain and suffering (including emotional distress, loss of relationships, and life enjoyment)
