Catastrophic Personal Injuries > Motorcycle Accidents

A motorcycle accident lawyer understands that motorcyclists live for that feeling of freedom and connectedness to the road. We also know another feeling that comes with the territory: feeling physically vulnerable and less protected. Whether approaching an intersection or making a pass and hoping that the driver ahead sees you in their mirror, there’s a unique set of safety concerns for a motorcyclist. Most motorcyclists understand these concerns and take extra personal responsibility to avoid getting involved in an accident. However, accidents happen.

Too often, it is the destructive and distracted driving habits of motorists that create tragic consequences for motorcyclists. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported 84,000 motorcycle injuries in 2019 and more than 5,000 deaths in its most recent data. Death and catastrophic injury rates are more significant for motorcyclists than other vehicle operators. Motorcyclists are granted the same rights as other vehicles but aren’t as visible or accounted for by other drivers.

DID YOUR MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT INVOLVE ONE OF THESE COMMON CAUSES?

• Drunk or impaired driver
• Distracted or inattentive driver
• Driver ignoring signals, signage, or other traffic safety laws
• Drivers traveling at unsafe speeds
• Impaired road surfaces (gravel, grass clippings) 
• Parked car opening door
• Sudden stops

Of course, motorcyclists must accept the responsibility of being safe riders by obeying traffic laws and not participating in activities illegal in Indiana, such as riding under the influence or lane splitting. The vigilance of a safe motorcycle operator is not always enough. As motorcycle accident lawyers, we understand the balance you strike when grabbing the handlebars—the desire for a fulfilling on-the-road experience and the necessity to exercise extreme caution on our streets and highways. You deserve a safe and accommodating environment to ride your motorcycle responsibly. When an accident happens through no fault of your own, you need to contact the experienced motorcycle injury attorneys of Montross Miller.

HOW DO WE HELP INJURED MOTORCYCLISTS?

Seriously injured motorcyclists or the loved ones of a rider fatally killed face a future fraught with uncertainty. We stay in close contact with our client’s medical providers to understand the extent of your injury and its future financial and emotional impact. If your loved ones’ motorcycle accident results in wrongful death, we will take immediate steps to establish grounds and conduct a thorough investigation of the case. 

Insurance companies and juries may look at motorcycle accidents differently from other vehicle accidents. Insurance coverage for motorcyclists is typically more expensive than for autos, and it’s necessary to purchase personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. And juries often have misconceptions about motorcyclists that color their judgment. As we negotiate a settlement with the insurance company or present a case to a jury, we rely on our motorcycle accident case experience to help others understand the unique conditions motorcyclists face on our roads.

COMMON MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT INJURIES

Traumatic Brain Injury – even helmeted riders can suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBI). The results can be catastrophic changes in brain function, affecting normal functioning, relationships, and work. 

Neck and Spine Injury – injuries to the neck and spine can seriously impact the brain-body connection, leading to loss of feeling, pain, and normal bodily functions. 

Partial or Full Paralysis – one of the worst outcomes of spine, neck, and brain injuries is paralysis, losing the function of one or all of one’s limbs. 

Limb Amputation – injuries that cause or lead to the loss of limb cause deep and long-lasting harm and change in lifestyle. 
Death – the family left behind from a fatal motorcycle accident suffers and may be eligible for a wrongful death claim.

If your loved one has died or suffered a traumatic injury as a motorcyclist, you want a trusted personal injury attorney in your corner fighting for you. You want experienced attorneys comfortable with the most complex cases, possessing a deep bench that includes medical experts. You want attorneys with a track record of success in motorcycle accident personal injury cases. Contact Montross Miller for a free case evaluation.