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Motorcycle riders often enjoy the freedom of the open road. Unfortunately, because of a motorcycle’s small size compared to other vehicles, motorcycle accidents have the potential to cause serious injuries or even death. Many motorcycle crash victims face expenses like lost wages, medical bills, property damage repairs, and more.
If you have been in a motorcycle crash, you deserve to recover compensation. Our lawyers at Rowland & Yauger, Attorneys & Counselors at Law, are confident that we can assist you in your personal injury claim. Accidents caused by someone else’s negligence can considerably disrupt your life, and you and your family deserve to seek damages for your expenses. For more information about our services, contact our law firm by calling 910-621-2991 (Carthage) or 336-537-5547 (Asheboro).
What Are the Most Common Injuries After a Motorcycle Accident?
Similar to car accidents, motorcycle accidents have the potential to cause severe bodily injury. Injured victims can face thousands of dollars in medical expenses plus hundreds of hours in the hospital to recover from their wounds. Always seek medical attention immediately, even if you do not feel injured.
Many victims suffer from injuries like:
- Broken bones
- Road rash
- Cuts and lacerations
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Concussions
- Neck injuries
- Back injuries
- Loss of limbs
- Burns
- Emotional trauma, like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Some motorcycle accident victims unfortunately pass away due to their injuries. If your loved one has died in a motorcycle accident, you may be able to seek a wrongful death claim. Wrongful death claims provide compensation to pay for the family’s expenses, like funeral costs, burial costs, and more. To learn more about wrongful death cases, contact our law offices today.
What Kind of Compensation Can You Recover After a Motorcycle Accident?
Generally, you can seek compensation for any expenses you had to pay because of your accident. Your specific damages will depend on your injuries and the nature of your accident. However, there are some common damages that our team of attorneys can help you seek.
Many accident victims seek the following damages:
- Medical expenses
- Property damage repairs
- Lost wages
- Lost earning potential
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
You may also be awarded punitive damages. Punitive damages are typically given when the at-fault party is considered especially negligent. If you were hit by a drunk driver or someone texting and driving, the court may decide to award you additional damages for your pain and suffering.
What Should You Do After a Motorcycle Accident?
Motorcycle accidents can be dangerous, and some people even die because of their injuries. Knowing what to do after a motorcycle accident helps protect your health plus strengthens your personal injury case.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, take the following steps:
Seek Medical Attention
Motorcycle riders often face serious bodily injuries. Even if you do not feel hurt now, get medical attention immediately from a healthcare professional. If you are severely injured at the scene, call emergency services.
Call the Police
Having an officer on the scene creates a record of the accident in the police database. If you have sustained any injuries or property damage, call law enforcement officers. Make a statement to the police about what happened, but do not admit fault.
Gather Evidence of the Accident
Take photos and videos of the property damage and any injuries sustained. If you have been severely injured, ask another person to take photos of you.
Get Contact Information from Witnesses
Witness testimony can support your personal injury claim later. If anyone witnessed the accident, ask them for their contact information.
Do Not Give a Statement to an Insurance Company
Insurance companies are businesses that want to make money. An insurance agent may contact you to ask for a statement. Do not talk to an insurance company until you have contacted our legal team.
Contact a Personal Injury Attorney
Our team of personal injury lawyers is here to help you build your personal injury case. The sooner you reach out, the sooner we can begin gathering evidence and creating your legal strategy.
What Are the Motorcycle Laws in North Carolina?
North Carolina has a few specific laws that pertain only to motorcycles. While motorcycles must follow the same basic rules as all other vehicles on the road, riders must also obey the following:
Helmet Laws
Motorcycle riders and moped drivers are required to wear safety helmets. All helmets must meet the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Lights
Riders must keep both the headlamps and rear lamps on their bikes illuminated whenever the bike is in operation.
Lane Usage
A motorcycle gets full use of the lane, just like a car does. No vehicle can be driven to prevent a motorcycle from using its full lane. Similarly, no more than two motorcycles can ride next to each other in a single lane.
What Can a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Do for Me?
Being injured in a motorcycle accident can be devastating. Financial losses like medical bills lost wages from time off work, property damage repairs, and more can put your family in debt. If your accident was caused by someone else’s negligence, you deserve to seek compensation for your damages.
Rowland & Yauger, Attorneys & Counselors at Law, is here to help you seek compensation for everything you have gone through. We understand how difficult this time can be, and we are committed to doing everything in our power to recover compensation on your behalf. For more information about our services and how we can help you, call today at 910-621-2991 (Carthage) or 336-537-5547 (Asheboro).