Laredo Motorcycle Accident Claims

It’s a terrible feeling to be injured on a motorcycle, especially if the accident is related to the stupid or careless mistake of another motorist.

Drivers of cars don’t always pay attention as they should and certainly don’t notice bikers the way riders notice “cagers” as they are often called–drivers that are protected by the steel cage of their car which is forgiving of their driving mistakes. This is not so for riders of motorcycles.. A mistake from a rider, and/or a nearby motorist can have devastating consequences.

Minesh Patel and his team at the The Patel Firm are Laredo Motorcycle Accidents and Injury Attorneys and have supported the rightful claims of countless riders who were injured in motorcycle accidents due to the negligence of others. The zealous lawyers at this law firm labor relentlessly to ensure these victims are accorded the compensation they rightfully deserve for their injuries.

Mr. Patel is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Rue Ratings’ Best Attorneys in America, and was named one of the National Trial Lawyers’ Top 40 Under 40.

At The Patel firm, we treat all riders like family, answer all questions, and don’t charge a penny unless we win. Contact us Now and call (956) 450-8954.

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Motorcycle Accidents Are Among the Deadliest Traffic Accidents

From major highways such as Interstate 35 (I-35) and Interstate 69W (I-69W) or taking United States Route 83 (US 83) all the way to South Padre Island, Laredo is an ideal location for people to ride. As much fun as it can be for people to ride motorcycles, there are an overwhelming number of safety concerns involved, as the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notes that motorcyclist fatalities account for 5 percent of all traffic fatalities each year with more than 2,100 fatalities and 56,000 injuries despite only making up 2 percent of registered vehicles in the United States.

On top of that, the fatality rate per mile traveled for motorcyclists is 16 times the rate of car occupants, and the injury rate is roughly four times the rate of car occupants. Many motorcycle accidents will stem from the negligence of other drivers on the road, but an insurance company investigating one of these crashes is more than likely to try and blame as much of the accident on the motorcyclist as possible.

Working closely with an experienced Laredo motorcycle accident lawyer from the outset is in the best interest of your recovery and of your claim.

Types of Motorcycle Accidents the Attorneys at our Law Firm Can Help with

We can help! Motorcycle accidents come in far too many different varieties, including the below, which we have experience in litigating:

• Rear-End Accidents – Motorcycles require far shorter stopping distances, which leave them far more susceptible to being injured in rear-end accidents when other motorists fail to allow enough forward space.
• Intersection Accidents – When other motorists fail to pay adequate attention to motorcycles in their midst, they leave them especially vulnerable in intersections. When a motorist misjudges a motorcycle’s distance from his or her own vehicle or the biker’s speed, it can lead to deadly intersection accidents.
• Blind Spot Accidents – When other motorists don’t pay adequate attention to their blind spots when changing lanes, taking an exit, or taking a turn, motorcyclists can pay the ultimate price.

Types of Motorbike Injury Claims We Have Experience in

We have experience in Texas motorcycle law, and know all about the kinds of injuries you can suffer in a motorcycle accident. They tend to be extremely serious and can include all the following:

• Broken bones that are as painful as they are slow to heal and susceptible to serious complications
• Spinal cord injuries that are closely associated with serious losses in terms of range of motion
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) that can affect your sense of self and place in the world
• Burns and cuts that are slow to heal, exceptionally painful, vulnerable to serious infections, and can be disfiguring
• Soft tissue injuries, such as whiplash

Outline of How the Process Works

To begin the process, you will file a motorcycle claim with the at-fault driver’s car insurance provider. From here, your attorney will begin negotiating for a settlement that fairly addresses your complete range of losses, including all the following:

• Property damage to your bike
• Medical expenses
• Lost earnings on the job
• Physical and emotional pain and suffering

If the insurance company commits to negotiating fairly, the process will end with a settlement. If, however, the insurance company is more interested in keeping your settlement as low as possible, you can expect a lengthier negotiation process, and if the insurance company refuses to budge, your attorney will very likely advise you to file a lawsuit against it. From here, your attorney will continue building your strongest claim, including all the following:

• Gathering all available evidence, including eyewitness testimony
• Hiring expert witnesses in support of your claim’s primary elements
• Compiling a clear, concise list of your complete losses
• Preparing to take your claim to trial

What Compensation Could You Obtain?

If another driver’s negligence causes you to be injured in a motorcycle accident, you can seek compensation in three primary categories (in addition to property damage to your bike).

Medical Bills

It is very common for medical bills that are related to motorcycle accidents to be extensive and ongoing. All the following are common examples:

• Emergency care and transportation
• Surgery and hospital stays
• Ongoing care, treatments, tests, and procedures
• Treatment and care from doctors and other medical professionals
• Pain management
• Prescription drugs
• Physical and occupational therapy
• Rehabilitation

Understanding the full range of your injuries and potential related healthcare concerns is paramount to your ability to obtain adequate compensation.

Lost Income

While you focus on your physical recovery, you’re very likely to experience lost earnings that can be even more considerable if you face losses that are related to earning potential or an altered career trajectory.

Pain and Suffering

The physical and emotional pain and suffering associated with being injured in a dramatically violent motorcycle accident – as they nearly all are – can be difficult to overstate.

FAQs

The answers to some of the questions that other accident victims in your position frequently ask can also help you.

Do I still have rights in a motorcycle accident if I wasn’t wearing a helmet?

It is important to remember that wearing a helmet every time you ride is always in the best interest of your health and well-being. This does not, however, mean that your accident claim will be affected if you were not wearing a helmet at the time. In Texas, motorcycle helmets are optional for those who are at least 21 years old and to whom the following apply:

• Are covered by a satisfactory health insurance plan
• Have successfully completed a motorcycle operator training and safety course

In other words, as long as you are riding legally, whether or not you are wearing a helmet at the time of the motorcycle accident will not affect your ability to recover on your losses. You maintain your right to fair compensation regardless of your helmet choice.

Contact an Experienced Accident Attorney at our Law Firm who Has Experience with Motorcycle Crashes

If you’ve been injured by another driver’s negligence in a motorcycle accident, the accomplished accident and injury attorneys at The Patel Firm have experience in motorcycle injury claims and take great pride in helping clients like you prevail with just compensation that covers their full range of losses. Learn more by contacting or calling us at (956) 450-8954 today.

The Patel Firm Car Accident Lawyer – Laredo

8511 McPherson Rd Suite 216
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 450-8954