Motorcycle accidents often result in catastrophic injuries. Some accident victims don’t survive a crash and others are left with permanent disabilities. If you are unable to work and have mounting medical expenses, you may feel overwhelmed and afraid.
However, don’t be too quick to accept a fast settlement offer. Insurance companies often take advantage of vulnerable injury victims, making an offer that is much less than the true value of their damages. Even if the settlement offer sounds fair, you owe it to yourself to have all your current and future damages accurately valued and calculated before settling your claim.
At Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys, our Inniswold motorcycle accident lawyers will help you recover maximum compensation for your damages. Call (225) 999-1111 or complete the short form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
The Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys Advantage
- Our Inniswold injury attorneys have helped recover over $10 billion in settlements and verdicts for injury victims and their families.
- We handle your case on a contingency fee basis. All costs of pursuing your claim are paid upfront by us and you pay nothing until we recover your compensation.
- We have a broad network of experts and specialists that we consult with when necessary to build your strongest case and prove the true value of your current and future damages to recover maximum compensation for you.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
- Left Turns. According to a National Highway Transportation Safety Administration’s Traffic Safety Facts publication, in a recent year, 42% of all crashes involving a motorcycle and another vehicle happened when the motorcycles were going straight and the other vehicle was making a left turn. In many of these accidents, the motor vehicle driver reported not seeing the motorcycle until it was too late to avoid the collision.
- Distracted Drivers. Distracted driving is a danger to everyone on the road. However, motorcycle riders are at an even greater risk of harm from distracted drivers because they are less visible than most other vehicles.
- Driving Under the Influence. When drivers choose to drive drunk or drugged, they risk the lives of all other motorists. Their vision may be blurred leading them to overlook and crash into a motorcyclist on the road.
- Aggressive Driving. Although Louisiana law entitles all motorcycles to the full use of a traffic lane, some motorists do not respect that right. When drivers crowd motorcyclists, exceed the speed limit, change lanes abruptly, tailgate, or otherwise drive aggressively, a car crash in Inniswold is much more likely.
- Poor Road Conditions. When roads have a dangerous design or are inadequately maintained, they can contribute to motorcycle crashes. Motorcycles are especially vulnerable to potholes, uneven surfaces, and other poor road conditions.
- Equipment Failure. Vehicle parts and equipment that fail during operation can lead to a tragic accident.
Who Can Be Held Liable in an Inniswold Motorcycle Accident?
Nearly any party whose action or inaction contributed to the motorcycle accident may be held liable for the resulting damages. Potentially liable parties may include motor vehicle drivers who cause a car or truck accident, the owner of another vehicle involved in the accident, or an employer if their employee was on the job when they caused the accident.
Other liable parties could include the manufacturer of defective parts and equipment, a negligent repair or maintenance shop, or a government entity responsible for poor road conditions.
Our attorneys investigate your accident to help determine all causes and liable parties and ensure they are held accountable for your damages.
How is Fault Determined in a Motorcycle Accident Case?
The police officer who responds to the accident will look for evidence of fault and may issue a citation for any violation of traffic laws. We may or may not agree with the officer’s findings. To help determine fault, we will carefully examine the facts of your accident.
Fault may be determined by considering eye-witness accounts, photographs, video footage, skid marks, accident reconstructionist reports and testimony, and many other factors.
We may use dash camera video, surveillance camera video, and the event data recorder from the involved vehicles. Our attorneys leave no stone unturned to find evidence to prove your claim.
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How Long Do You Have to File a Motorcycle Accident Claim in Louisiana?
If your accident happened before July 1, 2024, you only have one year to file a claim in Louisiana.
As outlined in Louisiana Civil Code Article 3493.1, if your accident happened on or after July 1, 2024, you generally have two years to file your claim.
However, there are rare exceptions to these deadlines. You must promptly consult an experienced Inniswold motorcycle accident attorney to determine your filing deadline.
Why You Need an Inniswold Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
You need an experienced Inniswold motorcycle accident attorney to help you recover the full value of your damages. Your attorney can investigate your accident, help establish causation and liability, and gather essential evidence to prove your claim.
They can also help ensure that all your current and future damages are included and accurately valued. Your attorney can negotiate a fair settlement of your claim as quickly as possible, and when a fair settlement cannot be reached, they can take your case to trial to help recover the compensation you deserve.
Being represented by an experienced Inniswold motorcycle accident attorney gives you the best chance of recovering maximum compensation for your damages.
Contact Our Inniswold Motorcycle Accident Attorney Today
If you have been injured or wrongfully lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident caused by another party, you may be able to recover compensation for your damages.
The Inniswold motorcycle accident attorneys at Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys have the experience, skills, and resources to recover every dollar you are entitled to. Let us help you.
Call (225) 999-1111 or visit our contact page now to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.