Motorcycle Accident Center
Especially where accidents involving motorcycles are concerned, a car making a left turn is almost always liable for a collision with a vehicle coming straight in the other direction.
Los Angeles County Motorcycle Accidents
Most motorcycle accidents are caused by a car or truck driver’s negligence in failing to see the motorcyclist. The motorcyclist is rarely at fault—but the cyclist pays the price with broken bones, head injuries, and even death.
If you have suffered a serious injury, or a loved one has been wrongfully killed as the result of a freeway accident in the Los Angeles County, you may have a valid personal injury claim. Contact personal injury attorney David Yadidi to talk with an attorney who will fight for your rights in court.
Your initial consultation is free so you can afford to speak to a lawyer to see if you have a case.
Motorcycle Accidents - An Overview
Motorcycle riders are in a unique position on the road. They enjoy the freedoms that come with their chosen form of transportation, but they are also left exposed to dangers not met by automobile drivers and other motorists. The lack of any substantial protective barriers between a motorcycle and the road, as well as the difficulty that motorists may experience in anticipating and seeing a motorcycle, leave riders prone to serious injury in the event of an accident. Motorcycle riders, therefore, must be aware of their legal rights and remedies if they are involved in a traffic accident. The insurance laws in your state may be very different with respect to motorcycles versus automobiles; consequently, it is very important to consult with an attorney regarding the applicable laws in your state.
What to Do if You Are Injured in an Accident
A motorcycle accident is a serious matter. You may have been seriously injured, and even if you have not been injured very badly, you probably got a real scare out of the accident. You may wonder what you should do next.
What follows is a general guide to what you should do immediately after a motorcycle accident. Your insurance policy may set out additional or alternative instructions. You need to follow those instructions or your claim for coverage may be denied. It is a good idea to review your policy before getting in an accident, so you know what the process will be. In addition, an attorney experienced in handling motorcycle related claims will be able to advise you.
Recalls
One of the most common vehicle defect issues faced by the public is that of safety recalls of motor vehicles, including motorcycles. Safety recalls are usually instigated by either the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or the vehicle manufacturers themselves, in response to a discovered defect in a vehicle or a component of a vehicle. Thus, it is important to understand the procedure that is followed in vehicle recalls, and the respective responsibilities of those involved.
Helmet Laws
A helmet is by far the most important and most effective piece of protective equipment a motorcycle driver or passenger can wear. Helmets save lives by reducing the extent of head injuries in the event of a traffic accident. A helmetless motorcyclist involved in an accident is three times as likely to suffer a brain injury as a motorcyclist wearing a helmet.
Motorcycle Accidents Resource Links
Frequently Asked Questions about Motorcycle Accidents
Q: What am I entitled to receive for my injuries?
A: Every case is different. The exact type of compensation and the amount you might receive depend on your individual situation. For example, the amount you receive will vary depending upon how severely you were injured, whether you are working and what type of job you have, if your injuries are permanent, if you are married, and numerous other factors.
As a general rule, you are entitled to recover for any of the following expenses:
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Medical bills
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Lost wages
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Pain and suffering
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Future medical expenses
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Probable loss of wages in the future
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Property damage
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Loss of relationship with your spouse
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Other out-of-pocket expenses due to your injuries
In some cases, in which the other party's conduct was unusually bad, you may be able to recover punitive damages.
Q: Is compensation automatic?
A: The types of compensation listed above are not automatically awarded in every case. It is up to you to prove what expenses you have incurred, or will incur in the future, and how much those expenses were or will be.
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