It is unfortunate that motorcyclists make up a large percentage of roadway fatalities each year. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), over 5,000 people died in motorcycle-related crashes in 2019. Despite persistent warnings for drivers to remain vigilant, accidents with motorcyclists happen with alarming regularity, and motorcyclists are 27 times more likely to die in such traffic accidents.
If you are injured in a motorcycle accident, you should consider hiring an attorney to help you recover the compensation you are entitled to after an injury. Ali Awad, the “CEO lawyer,” understands the best approach to seeking the compensation you need after an accident.
Filing an injury claim is not something any of us want to go through, but when it happens, you want someone honest, experienced and reliable on your side. With luck, you will never have to deal with the stress that comes with a serious motorcycle accident. But, if it does happen to you, remember that your insurance company is a business, and they want to keep as much of your money as possible.
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What are the Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents?
Injuries and fatalities are more common with motorcycle accidents than with car accidents because motorcyclists lack the protective structure of cars and other motor vehicles. In fact, more than 80 percent of motorcycle accidents result in rider injury or death. If you ride, you should be aware of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents in order to remain vigilant on the roadway and take precautions to protect yourself.
- Alcohol: It is illegal to operate any motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Approximately 43 percent of motorcycle crashes with reported injuries involve alcohol. Motorcycles require better coordination and more complex handling than a regular car. You should never consume alcohol or drugs if you are planning to go for a ride on your motorcycle.
- Reckless Driving: Many motorcycle accidents are the result of failure to drive with vigilance and operating the vehicle in a reckless way. If you are operating a motorcycle, you must keep all of your attention on the road and practice defensive driving. A large percentage of motorcycle accidents happen at intersections because other vehicles fail to see a motorcycle approaching. If you are riding, you must be aware of your surroundings at all times and operate your machine with the expectation that you might not always be seen by other drivers.
- Lack of license or improper licensing: If you ride a motorcycle, it is critically important to obtain a motorcycle license. Not only are you breaking the law if you fail to obtain this type of license, but you are also putting yourself at risk on the road. The motorcycle licensing test can help make you aware of the dangers on the roadways and the best way to avoid them and operate your motorcycle safely.
How to Prevent a Motorcycle Accident
Accidents can’t always be avoided, but you can lower your chances of being involved in a motorcycle crash. The following tips can help you avoid an accident and lower your chance of injury if you are involved in a collision.
- Always wear a helmet that covers your full face and is approved by the Department of Transportation. The most deadly motorcycle accident injuries are traumatic brain injuries. Your best shot at avoiding a TBI is to wear the appropriate headgear.
- Make sure you can be seen. If you frequently drive at night, be sure to wear bright reflective gear to alert the drivers around you.
- Take extra precautions as you approach intersections. Intersections are where most motorcycle accidents occur, so slow down and approach with caution.
- Take a defensive driving course. Many courses are available specifically for motorcycle drivers, such as those offered by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. The lessons learned can save your life and even lower your insurance rates.
- Drive sober and be alert. Never operate your motorcycle under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Maintaining awareness of your surroundings and wearing the appropriate gear gives you the best chance of surviving a motorcycle accident and escaping with only minor injuries.
If you are in an accident, call Ali Awad, the CEO Lawyer, for advice on how to proceed with your claim. When tragedy strikes, you will want a driven and inspired attorney like Ali Awad in your corner. He and the CEO Lawyers team will fight aggressively to find the evidence and legal reasoning needed to give your claim a high chance of success.
Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries
The best way to protect yourself from motorcycle accident injuries is to wear the proper equipment when riding. You will want to be sure to wear a properly fitting helmet, as well as an abrasion-resistant jacket, abrasion-resistant pants, sturdy boots, and protective eye gear. The best type of equipment is fixed with reflecting strips or medallions to help you remain visible to cars in the dusk or dark.
Even if you are wearing all the right gear, injuries can still happen in the event of a motorcycle accident. Some of the most common injuries associated with a motorcycle accident are:
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): Motorcyclists are at a higher risk for traumatic brain injuries than drivers of cars, who are more protected from the head impacting the roadway. TBIs can lead to severe head trauma and lasting damage. There are three degrees of traumatic brain injury. The first, mild traumatic brain injury, may result in a concussion and may include loss of consciousness for a brief time. A moderate traumatic brain injury is marked by a loss of consciousness for several hours. A severe traumatic brain injury results in loss of consciousness or days, or the injured person may fall into a coma for days, weeks, or even months. Traumatic brain injury is marked confusion, disorientation, or cognitive or behavioral impairments.
- Spinal Cord Injury: Injuries to the spinal column are common in motorcycle accidents. Serious, life-long disabilities can result from injuries of this type, including paraplegia and quadriplegia.
- Lower-extremity Injuries: Lower extremity injuries refer to injuries to the areas of the body below the pelvis. Injuries to the legs, including bone fractures, are the most common injury to the lower body in motorcycle accidents.
- Internal Injuries: Trauma to the organs can lead to serious, life-threatening injuries, such as internal bleeding. Internal injuries are not always obvious immediately after a crash, so it is important to seek medical attention after a motorcycle accident, even if you feel fine.
How Can a Motorcycle Accident Attorney Help Me?
If you are in a motorcycle accident, you may be tempted to pursue a settlement from your own insurance company or the insurance company of the at-fault driver on your own. If your accident is minor, with no injuries and minimal damage, you may be able to negotiate a fair settlement without representation. However, most motorcycle accidents result in injury and significant damages. In this scenario, you want an experienced and knowledgeable individual to help you make sense of the legal obligation of the at-fault driver.
Law is a specialized profession, and attorneys come with practical knowledge and experience that the everyday person does not have. Ali Awad, the CEO Lawyer, is not afraid to stand up to insurance companies and fight for the top settlement for his clients. Even if you are dealing with your own insurance company, it is important to remember that these companies are businesses, and they want to keep as much of your money as possible.
A motorcycle accident attorney can help you develop a winning legal strategy and recover compensation for your injuries and damages. Soon after you contact your attorney, they will begin by asking you questions about your accident to gather and evaluate the details of your particular situation.
Skilled personal injury attorneys are trained to pick up on specific details that will be useful in building your case. They may ask questions, such as:
- Who is responsible for the accident?
- What types of injuries did you suffer?
- What types of damages, including damages to your property, have you suffered?
- In what ways has your life been impacted by the accident? Including loss of earning capacity and pain and suffering?
- What are the documented costs of your injuries and damages?
- Are there any insurance policies that may apply to the accident?
- Were there any witnesses to the accident?
The Investigation
After gathering a statement from you, your attorney will start investigating your case. Most of the investigation will be conducted by your attorney and their team of paralegals, but sometimes your attorney will consult an expert to bolster your case.
Typically a motorcycle accident investigation will often involve returning to the scene to take photos, taking photos of your damaged motorcycle, gathering medical records, obtaining the official police report, and interviewing any witnesses.
The Demand Letter
Once our attorney has finished gathering all of the evidence for your case, they will compose a demand letter that will be sent to the insurance company. The demand letter initiates the negotiations for your motorcycle accident settlement. A demand letter is a professional and official document that contains all of the details of your accident as well as the amount of compensation you are seeking to repay you for injuries and damages.
The insurance company can either accept your attorney’s offer and pay you the settlement asked for or reject the offer. If the offer is rejected, your attorney will continue negotiating for a fair settlement amount with the insurance company. If a settlement cannot be reached, your attorney will file a lawsuit.
Most insurance claims are settled outside of court. But, if not, you will want an experienced motorcycle accident attorney to represent you in the courtroom.
What Type of Compensation Can I Expect in a Motorcycle Accident Case?
If you are injured in a motorcycle accident, you likely have medical bills and property damage to pay for. While insurance companies try to blame motorcycle drivers for motorcycle accidents, citing evidence from single-vehicle accidents, you can recover compensation for damages from the at-fault driver that is responsible for your accident.
Motorcycle accident attorneys can help you recover a settlement from the insurance company of the at-fault driver in order to cover your economic and non-economic damages.
Economic damages refer to the medical bills and treatments that begin to pile up after an injury accident. Recovery for medical costs can refer to current and future medical bills that are related to your injury. In motorcycle accidents, brain injuries and spinal cord injuries are common, and these can cause long-term health problems. Lost wages and loss of earning capacity also fall under economic damages that can be recovered after an accident. Non-economic damages refer to the pain, suffering, and mental anguish that can occur after a serious accident.
The CEO Lawyer, is the Motorcycle Injury Law Firm You Want on Your Side
Attorney Ali Awad has made his mark as one of the youngest attorneys to bring a brand new firm from nothing to 8-figures in three short years. He and his team will lend their expertise to your case, helping you focus on the factors that matter most when it comes to earning settlements. His firm boasts a success rate of over 99.5%, proving that he is the representative you need on your side, negotiating on your behalf, and fighting for you in the courtroom.
Ali Awad, also known as The CEO Lawyer, is the founder and managing attorney of the CEO Lawyer Personal Injury Law Firm, one of the fastest-growing law firms in the United States. He has over one million followers on social media that trust him for his no-nonsense and free legal advice. Call his team for a free consultation of your motorcycle accident at [phone].
