Motorcycle Accidents - Bias against Bikers

April 30, 2008 @ 03:58 PM — by Mitchell Proner
Posted under: Motorcycle Accident

There you are, riding along the highway on your motorcycle and enjoying a nice summers day when suddenly, a car flies out of nowhere at excessive speeds.You try to get out of the way, but it is too late.The driver hits you square and you are sent sailing several of feet into the air.You wake up in the hospital with massive injuries, and in a ton of pain.To top it all off, you later learn that the driver of the car that hit you says you were at fault.

You know that wasn't the case, because you have always obeyed traffic laws and have never received so much as a speeding ticket. Unfortunately, two thirds of all accidents involving a motorcycle are the fault of negligent passenger car drivers.These drivers often turn into the lane of the motorcycle and are in direct violation ofthe motorcyclist’s right of way.With the automatic biases that some people have when it comes to motorcycle riders however, it is hard for the injured biker to get a fair day in court after a motorcycle accident.

This scenario is all too common for numerous motorcycle owners.There are many reasons for this, and chief among them is a near automatic prejudice when it comes to motorcycles.Many people think that all motorcyclists are lawless speed demons.Also, when the police report is drawn up, if the motorcyclists had to be hospitalized, only the driver of the automobile gets to tell his side of the story.

A situation like this can leave you and your loved ones at a loss of what to do after your debilitating motorcycle accident.

This is why it is always best to retain the services of seasoned attorneys rights after a motorcycle accident.Experienced lawyers will hire accident re-constructionist on your behalf to assess the accident scene and establish who was truly is at fault.Investigators will look for and talk to witnesses who were on the scene.By building a solid trail of evidence, you will be able to obtain the compensation due to your for your sustained injuries.

The aftermath of a motorcycle accident can have devastating affects on a family.Not only are you or your loved one injured, but incurred medical costs can eat into finances.Insurance companies are only interested in protecting their own bottom line and will try to paint the motorcyclist as the guilty party, even if they realize this is not the case.

In scenarios where they are well aware that the other driver was at fault, they may still proffer a settlement offer that won't cover the cost of medical treatment or lost wages.

If you or your loved one has been harmed in a motorcycle accident, don't trust the insurance companies, or the other driver, to play fair.Protect your rights and the future interest of your family by hiring the best representation you can find after your devastating motorcycle accident.

Contact our offices today for a free consultation, and get your life back.

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