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Tampa offers motorcycle riders a motorcycle riding opportunity like no other place, right? Unfortunately, with all the beautiful weather & opportunity, other driver may be less observant of their surroundings, or the impact they can cause by interacting with motorcycles.
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Unfortunately, careless drivers put motorcyclists’ lives in jeopardy when they fail to follow the basic safety rules of the road. And because motorcycles offer a fraction of the protection that a motor vehicle provides, motorcycle crashes can leave their victims with devastating injuries if not death.
If you have experienced a motorcycle crash recently, you’ll want to allow an expert who specializes in bikers cases to handle your insurance claim. If needed, you’ll want an attorney who will file a lawsuit and fight for you. Know your legal rights!
The success of any legal matter depends on the unique circumstances of each case, therefore, we cannot guarantee particular results for future clients.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
We all know how dangerous riding a motorcycle can be, and often time many of these riders get overlooked from the distracted drivers around them. Some of these common causes are:
Sadly these are the realities of riding a motorcycle. Property damage and accidents can happen daily, and according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. “The number of motorcyclists killed in crashes dropped to 4,985 in 2018, an almost 5% decrease, but motorcycle riders are still overrepresented in traffic fatalities.” That’s great news! But we need to do more!
Compensating You For Your Losses From A Motorcycle Injury
When a case goes to court for a settlement, the legal amount is calculated according to a variety of factors in Florida, including:
Comparative Negligence
The state of Florida operates under a pure comparative negligence standard. Basically, the court will determine to what extent the accident was your fault. Any compensation will then be adjusted accordingly. If the court determines you are 20% to blame, your compensation will be reduced by 20%. If you are 50% to blame, it will be reduced by 50%, and so on.
The Severity Of Injuries
Some injuries are worse than others. Many will be no more than a scratch, causing minimal pain and discomfort. Compensation amounts take into account whether the victim suffered “severe injuries.” These include broken bones, disfigurement, spinal cord damage, damage to the nerves, road rash, pain and suffering, and brain injuries or worse death.
Recovery Time
The time it takes to recover from a motorcycle injury can also vary greatly. While some people will be fully recovered in just weeks, it can take years for others to recover. Many victims will need to undergo extensive surgery.
Some will also need therapy in order to regain function and mobility. Some may never fully recover from their serious injuries, such as from a traumatic brain injury(TBI). The longer it takes someone to recover, the higher his or her settlement will be.
Distress
Motorcycle accidents can be extremely painful, not just physical injury. The victim may have broken bones and other injuries that cause significant physical distress, which can sometimes last for many years. The victim will also likely experience considerable emotional distress from the accident. These factors will also be taken into consideration.
Lost Wages
Injuries can cause someone to be unable to work, which usually results in lost income. This could be temporary, or it could be possible that he or she will be unable to return to work for the rest of his or her life. It would not be fair that an innocent victim should suffer a financial loss in this way. Such lost wages or loss of income is considered when calculating compensation amounts in Florida.
Medical Bills
Medical bills can add up very quickly. They will often be unaffordable for many people. Serious motorcycle accidents could sell everything they have and still end up bankrupt from a medical treatment bill.
It is not right that an innocent victim suffers these kinds of losses. Thus, settlements for motorcycle injuries will consider medical expenses incurred as a result of the accident. With the medical bills paid, the victim won’t have to worry about paying them from his or her own financial resources.
A motorcycle accidents lawyer will help calculate a fair settlement amount for you. It is normal to try for an out-of-court settlement first. If that cannot be reached, then your counsel will take your case to court.
How Can A Motorcycle Crash Expert Help You?
Settlement of motorcycle accident cases can be complex. It will usually take legal advice expert’s to reach a settlement. That is where a law attorney will help. A motorcycle accidents attorney will follow numerous procedures in pursuing a settlement for you.
Make sure that you find the correct Tampa motorcycle accident lawyer.
Gather Evidence.
Without evidence, the court cannot determine who was at fault in your motorcycle accident claim. Part of an attorney’s job is to collect as much evidence from the accident as possible. With the right evidence, it is easier for the court to decide who was at fault and how much the settlement should be.
This will often include reconstructing the accident. Professional reconstructionists will be called in to help the court determine exactly how the accident unfolded. This testimony can be one of the most compelling forms of evidence in a case. This is really useful in law.
Police Reports
Whenever the police respond to an incident, they create a report. These reports often hold essential information that is useful in a claim. Know your rights.
Work With The Insurance
At least one insurance company will be heavily involved in the claim. The victim’s lawyer will provide the involved insurance companies all documents & evidence and will also pursue compensation from them.
Consult With A Florida Motorcycle Crash Expert
Any case can involve numerous experts in various fields. Your lawyer will consult with such experts to help build your case. He or she will also consult with other legal experts when necessary.
It is important that you find the correct lawyer to successfully get your case resolved.
Pursue The Motorcycle Accident Case
Your attorney will pursue the case from start to finish. He or she will continue to work with the insurance company and other involved parties to help ensure the case is moving along according to the law.
How Much Does It Cost For A Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?
One concern might be whether you can afford to hire a personal injury attorneys. The good news is that it will cost you nothing upfront.
A motorcycle accident lawyer will work for you on a contingency fee basis. This means that he or she will take a percentage of any settlement that is made on your behalf.
The fee will usually depend on whether or not the settlement is agreed upon before or after going to court. If your case is settled out of court, then your attorney’s fee is 33% of your settlement. These cases are usually settled more quickly than cases that go to court.
However, insurance companies will try to pay as little as possible. If your attorney and the insurance company cannot agree on a compensation amount that is fair to you, the case will need to go to court. This is especially true with cases in Florida. If your case goes to court, your attorney’s fee will be 40% of your settlement.
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