Motorcycle Accidents 101

The majority of motorcycle accidents are caused by the automobile driver.  If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident, chances are that, 1) you have been injured and 2) the insurance company may be giving you a hard time.  More often than not, insurance companies try to use an argument of comparative fault to say that you were some percentage at fault for the motorcycle accident.  Insurance companies know that when someone is not represented by an attorney, they can use all of their tactics to de-value the case.

An insurance adjuster is trained to make you believe s/he is on your side and that they are going to treat you fairly.  Nothing more can be further from the truth.  An insurance companies main goal is to turn a profit.  Adjusters will try to settle the case for as little money as possible, and trying to do so before you speak with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer who has handled these types of cases.

DO NOT SPEAK WITH AN INSURANCE ADJUSTER OR THE INSURANCE COMPANY

One of the biggest mistakes you can make is to call the insurance company, speak with the insurance adjuster and give them a recorded statement without first speaking with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer.   Don’t be taken advantage of by the insurance company that has hundreds of lawyers working for them full-time.  Level the playing field and have a law firm fight for you.

Motorcycle Accident Tips

1.  Seek immediate medical attention

2. Do not admit fault

3. Exchange information with the other party

4.  Do not speak with the insurance company or give a recorded statement

5.  Speak with a lawyer about your motorcycle accident case