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Motorcycle Accident FAQs

18. Motorcycle Accident FAQs1When the weather is nice in Philadelphia, the city sees its fair share of motorcycle accidents. The reasons behind those accidents range from motorist negligence to motorcycle defects. Whatever the reason, those involved in these accidents and/or their loved ones want answers immediately. At Brotherly Law, we are committed to giving answers and providing strategic representation that is designed to get results.

Commonly Asked Questions

Because of the nature of motorcycle accidents and the injuries that can be sustained, it is important to have the motorcycle accident information needed to make informed decisions. While our attorneys can answer any questions that you may have, you will find some of the most commonly asked questions below.

What if I wasn’t Wearing a Helmet at the Time of the Accident?

It is important to adhere to helmet laws, as helmet use helps prevent injuries and even death. In Pennsylvania, individuals under the age of 20 are required to wear helmets and those over 20 can use their own discretion. If you are under 20 and you weren’t wearing a helmet, the attorney for the defendant could say that you were being negligent and contributed to your own injuries. However, the negligent party still contributed to the accident.

This detail is very important when working to recover maximum compensation. The defense could still try to use the helmet argument if you are over the age of 20, although you didn’t break the law. It is good to wear a helmet at all times to ensure all of your bases are covered.

How difficult is it for a Motorcyclist to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

As many motorcyclists know, there is a degree of bias among insurance adjusters, juries, judges, and the other players in a motorcycle accident lawsuit. There is a type of mentality that the motorcyclist took the risk, so it is no wonder they got hurt. Sometimes, motorcyclists are seen as careless when, in all reality, passenger vehicle drivers are those that cause a large number of motorcycle accidents.

This is not saying that there aren’t negligent motorcyclists out there. Of course there are! However, the few that have caused accidents have made it difficult for the whole. Motorcycle accidents have been declining, but that doesn’t take away the need for your injury attorney to fight the biases and recover the compensation you need.

How much Compensation can I get?

18. Motorcycle Accident FAQs1There are several elements that are going to go into determining the value of your injury case. The first issue is who caused the accident. Even if you had a small degree of fault, you may be able to still recover compensation. It needs to be shown who was primarily negligent.

The second issue is where your medical records come into play because it has to be determined how permanent your injuries are. Are you going to need your medical bills paid for just a few months or do you have injuries that require a lifetime of care? Something like a joint injury may seem like a cut and dry injury, but you could have limited range of motion for years to come. That limited motion could require months of physical therapy or full range of motion may never be regained unless surgery is performed.

In addition to the permanency of the injury is the loss of earning capacity because of the injury. This can have a major influence on the total value of the case since current and future medical expenses are considered. We will determine the total of the damages done to you so that we know how much compensation you need to cover the costs that have been incurred.

Get the Motorcycle Accident Information and Representation You Deserve

There is no doubt that you have a lot of questions about what has happened and you don’t want to have to wait for answers or a better understanding of the events and the upcoming process. At Brotherly Law, we want to give you the answers to your questions when you have them. We are committed to ensuring that our clients are well-informed so they can make educated decisions about their future. To learn more about what we can do for you, call us at (215) 545-8500 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.

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