Hurt in a Motorcycle Accident?
Our San Diego Accident Attorney Can Help
Motorcycle riders face a high risk of injury when they are involved in an accident. If you suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident as the result of a negligent motorist, you need legal help to deal with insurance adjusters or a jury so they will understand the nature of the accident and your injuries.
San Diego accident lawyer Frederick Dudek from Dudek Law Firm APC understands the nature of motorcycle and bicycle accidents. He is knowledgeable about how motorcycle accidents occur, and about how to hold negligent parties responsible for causing them.
If you are suffering because of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident that was another motorist’s fault, contact contact San Diego accident attorney Frederick Dudek to discuss your case at no charge.
Negligence in Motorcycle Accident Cases
You may have grounds for a personal injury lawsuit if a negligent motorist caused the accident. One of the main factors that contributes to accidents involving motorcycles is inattentiveness of other drivers on the road, including:
- Drivers cutting off the motorcyclist by making a sharp turn
- Drivers failing to yield to a motorcyclist’s right of way
- Drivers failing to see a motorcycle, causing the motorcycle to drive off the road or into oncoming traffic
- Drivers who tailgate and strike motorcyclist during a sudden stop
Other issues investigated for liability claims may include:
- Defects in the motorcycle or tires
- Loose gravel or other poor road conditions
- Poorly engineered roads that don’t allow motorcycles to corner properly
- Lack of guardrails or poor lighting on dangerous corners or sections of road
What to do After a Motorcycle Accident
If you are in a motorcycle accident, the first thing to do is seek necessary medical attention. Medical attention aside, here are some things you can do to preserve your rights.
Do not leave the accident. Stay at the scene and exchange personal information with everyone involved. Wait for the police to arrive. Remember that liability has not been determined yet. Leaving the scene of the accident negatively affects your rights and can result in criminal charges.
Minimize comments. Save comments about fault, your health, and other details of the accident until you speak to an attorney. Comments made on the scene can increase liability or limit damages later on.
Maintain records. Keep records of all expenses you incur because of the accident. This includes medical bills, repairs to your motorcycle, and rental charges for other vehicles used while your motorcycle is not usable. This also includes any time missed from work that resulted from the accident.
Contact an attorney. The success of your case may hinge on getting the right legal advice. Contact San Diego accident attorney Frederick Dudek for a free consultation on your motorcycle accident case.