Motorcycles are a practical choice for commuters in DeKalb County as they can move through the constantly congested area roads more easily than other vehicles. However, motorcycles offer very little protection in the event of an accident, meaning that crashes are almost always catastrophic.
If you were hurt while riding a motorcycle, consult a local attorney immediately. A DeKalb County motorcycle accident lawyer could help you collect compensation from the people responsible for your injuries.
Motorcycle accident injuries are almost always severe, and in many cases, fatal. Some of the common injuries sustained in motorbike wrecks include:
Any of these injuries could require surgery and long-term rehabilitation, which can be expensive. When these injuries are the result of another party’s negligence, the at-fault party can be held legally and financially liable. Compensation could cover out-of-pocket costs and compensation for pain, disability, lost ability to enjoy life, scarring, psychological trauma, and more. A DeKalb County motorcycle collision attorney could help pursue a payment amount that accounts for the full extent of your losses.
More often than not, drivers are at fault for accidents with motorcyclists. Many motorcycle accidents result from situations where a driver “looked but failed to see.” A driver might not yield to a bike with the right of way, could merge into a biker’s path, or open a vehicle door in front of an oncoming motorcycle.
Drivers sometimes fail to notice motorcycles even when the biker is in the driver’s line of sight. When drivers expect to see cars, trucks, and other large vehicles, they often fail to notice motorcycles entirely. This phenomenon is called inattentive blindness. Regardless of the exact circumstance, drivers have a duty to act responsibly behind the wheel, and failing to do so can leave them liable in the event of an accident. DeKalb County attorney Robert James could help you establish a negligent party’s fault and seek the payments you need after a motorcycle accident.
The Official Code of Georgia § 51-12-33 covers situations where an injured person has partial responsibility for an accident. Anyone who is 50 percent or more responsible for an accident loses their right to pursue compensation from other negligent parties. When you bear some fault, but another party bears more, you can still collect reduced damages for your losses.
Situations in which you could be found partially at fault for an accident include speeding, lane splitting or filtering, driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, or other traffic violations. If you were not wearing a helmet in violation of Georgia Vehicle and Traffic Code § 40-6-315, this could also leave you liable in the event of a collision.
Working with an experienced DeKalb County motorcycle accident attorney like Robert James helps ensure you do not bear more than your fair share of the responsibility for a crash. If necessary, we will take a driver to court to prove that their actions were the primary cause of the accident.
If you were injured by a negligent driver in a motorcycle wreck, do not settle for less than you deserve. A skilled DeKalb County motorcycle accident lawyer could work with you to get you the compensation you need for your losses. We know that these collisions can be devastating, which is why we take defendants and their insurers head-on. To get started on your case, contact our office today and set up your free consultation.
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