Law Bike - Frequently Asked Questions
Lawyers and Attorneys Focusing on Motorcycle Accidents and
Injuries
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questions that you may have regarding motorcycle accidents
and injury. If you have a question that is not covered
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Chuck with Billy Lane—Bike Week
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What should I do in the event of a motorcycle
accident? |
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Why hire a motorcycle accident personal
injury attorney? |
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What does it cost to hire a motorcycle personal
injury attorney? |
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What is the best way to avoid a motorcycle
accident? |
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How can I protect myself financially in
a motorcycle accident? |
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What should I do in the event of
a motorcycle accident?
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Contact Police: Call 911 for Police, and
Ambulance, if needed. Give a brief statement to the police
officer giving your side of the accident. Admit nothing,
sign nothing. Even if you think you were in the wrong,
the other driver may be equally responsible. Make certain
that a Police Report is filed. |
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Identify the Driver: Obtain the other driver’s
name, address, and the registration number of the vehicle
driven. Ask to see their driver’s license and the
name of the insurance company and the policy number. |
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Witnesses: Get as much information as possible
from everyone who observed the accident. Their name, telephone
number at home and work, and their address is important.
If possible, get their tag number. If they will, have
the witnesses write down a statement of what they observed
regarding the accident. |
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If you are the injured party, seek medical
treatment immediately. Maintain records of all medical
services provided and the bills for those services. |
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Contact your Insurance Agency as required.
Do not speak to the other driver's Insurance Company! |
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Hire a Motorcycle Accident Personal Injury
Attorney. |
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Why hire a motorcycle accident
personal injury attorney?
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It is always beneficial to hire an attorney
who can settle your motorcycle damage case and who understands
motorcycle values. Motorcycle Accident Investigation,
Litigation, and Reconstruction require an attorney with
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A Motorcycle Personal Injury Attorney is
best qualified to obtain the maximum recovery for your
damages. He will expedite the investigation of the accident:
obtain a police report, get photographs of your injuries,
take statements from witnesses, obtain information regarding
the insurance coverage of all parties involved, and request
medical and medical billing records as they are available.
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A Motorcycle Personal Injury Attorney will
consider many factors in determining the maximum recovery
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The value of your motorcycle, accessories
and personal items. |
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The cost of all medical treatment
presently, and the consideration of future medical
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The payment of lost wages and benefits,
and the consideration of any future loss of earnings. |
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An Attorney has the experience to
evaluate the compensation for past and future pain
and suffering, and possibly, permanent disability
value. |
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A Motorcycle Personal Injury Attorney will
come to you if you are unable to come to the office because
of your injuries. |
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What does it cost to hire a motorcycle
personal injury attorney?
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We offer free legal consultations. |
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We do not charge for your motorcycle damage
recovery, and personal injury fees are on a contingency
basis (a percentage of the recovery). In other words,
we don’t get paid unless you do. |
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What is the best way to avoid a motorcycle
accident?
The Hurt Report states that 92% of Motorcycle Riders involved
in accidents were self-taught or learned from friends or family.
Rider Education is the single best weapon of defense against
motorcycle accidents. Most states have a Rider Education Program,
as well as private schools such as Atlanta Motorcycle Schools
in Georgia (www.jkminc.com).
Rider Education is not just for the beginner, but for all
riders—no matter how long you have been riding.
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How can I protect myself financially
in a motorcycle accident?
In many areas, almost 30% of the drivers are uninsured! It
is important to protect yourself by purchasing uninsured motorist
coverage. This type of coverage pays for medical expenses,
property damage (motorcycle, accessories, and clothing), and
for pain and suffering and/or disability to the extent of
your policy.
Underinsured motorist coverage begins when the other driver’s
insurance is depleted. Should you be injured to the extent
that you are in the hospital for several weeks or you miss
work for an extended length of time, and experience great
pain, suffering, and/or disability, underinsured motorist
insurance picks up to pay for these damages to the policy’s
limits. It will also cover the damage to your motorcycle up
to your policy limits beyond the coverage of the other driver’s
insurance.
Uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance is the most important
coverage a motorcyclist can purchase, and should be purchased
in the highest limits of coverage possible. You should consult
your insurance agent for this type of insurance and ask about
any exclusion on this type of policy.
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