Sacramento Motorcycle Accident Litigation
Common misconceptions about Sacramento motorcycle accident lawsuits
Motorcyclists involved in accidents face serious and fatal injuries without the weight and frame of a car or truck to protect them. They are exposed to the elements and greater risk. But this risk extends beyond the actual accident, because motorcyclists are often at a disadvantage merely by being motorcyclists. However, if you and your motorcycle have been injured in a collision, you have rights, and it is our job at Teal Montgomery & Henderson to fight for them.
You may be fearful about pursuing an accident claim because you have heard the odds are stacked against you as a motorcyclist. Let us dispel such misconceptions for you.
Misconception #1: Motorcyclists have less claim to damages because of motorcycle design
When vehicle design causes injury, there are grounds for negligence on the part of the designer and/or manufacturer. Our accident reconstructionists can demonstrate how the product defect contributed to the accident and injury. You still have full claim to compensation for your medical expenses, loss of wages, property damage, and pain and suffering. You have the same rights as any other vehicle operator in a Sacramento motorcycle accident lawsuit.
You should also know—
- About 75 percent of all motorcycle accidents involve a crash with another vehicle, usually a passenger vehicle
- About 25 percent of all motorcycle accidents involve a crash with an object
- Accidents caused by product defects are rare and, in these cases, a product liability lawsuit may also be appropriate to pursue
Misconception #2: Juries and judges bear biases against motorcyclists
The justice system has the responsibility to evaluate the evidence presented. Experienced motorcycle accident attorneys know the optimal way to present facts and evidence that prove the other party's negligence in Sacramento motorcycle accident litigation.
Misconception #3: Additional compensation can be received after the settlement or verdict
The process for bringing a Sacramento or Santa Rosa motorcycle accident lawsuit is the same as the process for any other motor vehicle accident. You seek immediate medical attention, notify your insurance company about the accident, and engage a qualified motorcycle accident lawyer. After retaining their services, your lawyer—
- Gathers all the necessary documentation to prove the other party's negligence and that this negligence caused your injury
- Prepares and files all necessary documents with the court
- Assesses the value of your claim and demands compensation
- Negotiates with the defendant's attorney and insurance companies to get you the compensation you justly deserve
- Accepts a settlement offer when appropriate or brings your suit to trial
Free consultations for motorcycle accident victims
We offer a free telephone, online, or in-person consultation. Our Santa Rosa and Sacramento personal injury and motorcycle accident attorneys listen to you, consider the facts, and give you our best advice. For the Santa Rosa office, call 707-525-1212 or for Sacramento, call 916-448-1010. You can also reach us toll free at 866-878-5267.
