Marietta Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Motorcycle accidents can result in catastrophic injuries, which may be caused by reckless drivers who have not taken note of vulnerable motorcyclists. You may be entitled to seek compensation for your injuries or losses.

Call Bader Scott Injury Lawyers for a consultation with a team member. A Marietta personal injury lawyer may be able to help you with your case, from assessing the value of your losses to negotiating with the insurance companies.

Motorcycle Accidents Occur for a Variety of Reasons

Many drivers do not see motorcyclists on the road and end up sideswiping or t-boning them in an intersection. Other drivers are aggressive towards motorcycles because they find them to be a nuisance.

Motorcyclists are often caught in the blind spots of other vehicles, or they are rear-ended when other drivers do not stop quickly enough. Because motorcyclists are often struck by vehicles that do not see them, eyewitness testimony is helpful after an accident. Police reports, pictures, and medical records also help a lawyer file a compelling claim.

If you are a motorcyclist who was the victim of another driver’s negligence or aggression, you may have been involved in a compensable accident. Explain the circumstances of the accident to your lawyer before assuming you cannot seek compensation.

For a free legal consultation with a motorcycle accidents lawyer serving Marietta, call (404) 888-8888

Marietta Motorcycle Accidents FAQs

Entities Who May Be Liable for a Motorcycle Accident

Entities that may be liable for your injuries or losses will be considered before legal action is taken. You may have been injured due to the negligence of:

• Another driver
• A large truck driver
• Another motorcyclist
• A bicyclist or pedestrian
• Debris in the roadway
• Signage or obstacles left in the road by local businesses

A negligent driver, truck driver, or motorcyclist can easily cause accidents when they do not see you or do not yield to you properly. While it may seem counterintuitive to pursue a claim against other motorcyclists, they may well have caused your accident.

Bicyclists might crash into motorcyclists, or pedestrians might walk in front of a motorcyclist without yielding to traffic. According to the Georgia Governor’s Office for Highway Safety, pedestrians may cross the street at designated crosswalks. Even so, pedestrians may not suddenly leave the curb and abruptly cross into traffic. If the pedestrian did not yield, they may be responsible (or partly responsible) for your losses.

Construction crews might leave debris in the roadway. Something that causes a tiny bump for a car might throw a motorcycle off the road. We can trace signage and other obstacles left behind by businesses or construction crews back to the owner.

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Your Injuries and Losses May Be Compensable

Your injuries or losses may be compensable when you were hurt due to someone else’s negligence.

You may be able to seek awards for:

• Medical expenses
• Therapeutic expenses
• Lost wages
• Lost earnings in the future
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of companionship or consortium
• Punitive damages

\Your financial losses can be calculated when you provide information to your lawyer. Medical bills and other documents help determine the exact amount you are owed. This amount can also include the wages you would have earned, awards for your pain and suffering or your loss of companionship if your loved one passed away from their injuries.

In some cases, it may be possible to seek punitive damages. However, according to the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (OCGA) §51-12-5.1, the treasury collects punitive damages and distributes a small percentage back to you, the victim. A lawyer can explain more about how punitive damages may apply to your case.

A Marietta motorcycle accident lawyer can fight for your compensation. Call a team member from Bader Scott Injury Lawyers. We can review your rights and possible compensation.

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Wrongful Death Claims

You may be able to file a wrongful death claim after a motorcycle accident in which your loved one passed away. If they died after an accident, you may be facing many expenses and financial losses on top of your own suffering. Filing a wrongful death claim may help you recover losses that may include:

• Funeral or burial costs
• Medical expenses required for your loved one before they passed away
• Lost wages from your loved one’s former income

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Your Initial Consultation

An initial consultation with Bader Scott Injury Lawyers begins with sharing all your information about your accident. Your lawyer may assess any documentation of the accident and your injuries, including medical records and any accident reports. Your case proceeds when your lawyer has enough evidence to file a claim.

Your personal injury attorney will work to demonstrate that the other party’s negligence directly caused your losses.

Services Your Lawyer Will Offer

Throughout your case, a lawyer will offer you progress updates along with advice that explains which steps to take during the claims process. A lawyer can manage every aspect of your case. Lawyers are prepared to call the insurance company, reach out to other lawyers, and write letters on behalf of their clients.

You can ask your lawyer about any legal services that you may need as a result of your accident.

Your Options for Closing the Case

Closing the case involves either a settlement or going to trial. Settlements are negotiated by lawyers on behalf of the client, and they can go to trial if the defendant is not willing to settle in good faith. The lawyer will explain your legal options, and they will tell you when you should settle or go to trial based on the evidence provided.

How Long Do I Have to File a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit?

You only have two years to file a lawsuit for a motorcycle accident in Georgia, per the statute of limitations. You must take action within this time, or you risk recovering nothing. The court will likely dismiss your case, which will take away your leverage when negotiating with the insurance company.

We Charge Nothing Upfront for Our Legal Help

We want you to get every dollar you deserve. Determining a value for your damages and fighting your case alone is not the way to do that. We offer legal help with no upfront fees and no attorney’s fees until we win your case.

Injuries We Can Recover Compensation For

Motorcycle accident victims may suffer severe or catastrophic injuries. Our team will fight for compensation for:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Road rash
• Crush injuries
• Broken bones
• Fatal injuries

Regardless of the type of injury you or a loved one suffered, we want to help.

See How Our Marietta Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Can Help You

A Marietta motorcycle accident attorney may be able to help. Call Bader Scott Injury Lawyers for a consultation with a member of our team. You may review your legal options, learn how much compensation you may be able to seek and file a claim, if possible. We can fight for your rights if someone else’s recklessness caused your accident.

Call or text (404) 888-8888 or complete a Free Case Evaluation form