Motorcycle Accidents

An Expert Alabama, Georgia and Washington, D.C., Motorcycle Accident Lawyer to Represent You

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcyclists are about 18 times more likely than auto occupants to die from a motorcycle accident and about three times more likely to be injured. Even the most responsible and cautious rider is at the mercy of other motorists.

If you or a loved one has been involved in a motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to compensation. The attorneys at Slocumb Law Firm can be the legal representation you need to fight for your rights.

Insurance companies and motorcycle accidents

Typically, insurance companies will attempt to prove that the motorcyclist was, to some extent, at fault in the accident. This makes a prompt investigation is essential. Slocumb Law Firm will make use of all possible resources to ensure that no evidence is lost or tampered with in regard to your injury claim.

Motorcycle accident liabilities

Anyone who contributed to the cause of the crash may be liable. In motorcycle cases involving injury, it typically is the driver of a car or truck that is found to be at fault. If a motorcycle operator is at fault, he or she can be responsible for the injuries caused to the passenger. Either the motorcycle operator or passenger may bring a claim if they suffered injury due to the negligence of another.

Depending on your situation, you may be entitled to recover for any of the following expenses:

• Medical bills
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Future medical expenses
• Probable loss of wages in the future
• Property damage
• Loss of relationship with your spouse
• Other out-of-pocket expenses due to your injuries
• Punitive damages (in some cases)

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