Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

A motorcyclist riding a motorcycle.

Of the 32,885 people that were fatally injured on our roads in 2010, more than 4,500 of those deaths were motorcyclists. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has stated that this figure was a 14 percent increase from 2009, with this illustrating a trend of increased motorcycle collision deaths over a 13 year period. While there can be a variety of factors that can cause or contribute to a motorcycle accident, due to the lack of protection that bikes provide to their riders, even a low-speed collision can cause catastrophic injuries. If you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle crash that was caused by another motorist or a defective component, that individual may be eligible to receive compensation for their injuries, which can include provision for medical and outpatient treatment costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, medication expenses and most other costs associated with the recovery of the victim.

To find out how we can help, simply fill out the “CONFIDENTIAL EVALUATION” form located above.

Popular Motorcycle Designs

Many motorbike riders agree that the feeling of riding on the open road can often outweigh the inherent risks of sharing the road with the other drivers. With this in mind, many motorcycle designers and manufacturers rely on these emotions to help sell their products. Some of the most popular types of motorcycles include:

Cruiser (Harley Davidson, Indian)
Chopper (Custom design)
Dual Sport (Suzuki DR, Honda XR)
Off-road (motocross / enduro / trail / trials / track)
Scooter / Moped (Vespa, Lambretta, Kymco)
Sport Bike (Honda Fireblade, Kawasaki Ninja, Suzuki GSX)
Sport Touring (Kawasaki ZX, Ducati ST4)
Touring (BMW K 1200, Honda Goldwing)

… Just to name a few. While the majority of these designs cater to the needs and desires of motorcycle enthusiasts, unfortunately they offer little protection to the rider in the event of a collision.

Causes of Motorcycle Accidents

It’s an unfortunate fact that many motorcycle accidents are not caused by the rider – they are often created by negligent motorists or hazardous road conditions. However, some of the most common accident causes include:

Distracted drivers
DUI / DWI
Bad weather
Failure to indicate
Blind spots
Running a red light or stop sign
Mechanical failure
Bad road conditions

Another cause of serious injuries is also the roadside curb. When a rider falls from their bike at speed, the momentum often carries them off the roadway and onto the road shoulder. In many areas, the roads do not have a soft shoulder (which usually consists of lose gravel or dirt that blends into grass) but a concrete gutter to help direct rainwater away from the road surface and into the storm water drainage system. Needless to say, when a rider hits this concrete curb, the results can be catastrophic.

Common Types of Accidents

When riding a motorcycle, many riders do their best to stay visible to other motorists on the road – either by keeping out of blind spots, having their headlight/s on during all hours to even having a loud exhaust on their cycle, so that other drivers can hear them. However, in some instances, even these preventative measures are just not enough to avoid a crash as many drivers are often distracted or simply not paying attention to the task of driving their vehicle. Some common motorcycle crash types are:

Limited visibility
Single-bike crashes
Broadside accidents
Head on collisions
Rear end accidents

Following any crash, it’s important for the injury victim to seek urgent medical attention to address any injuries that have occurred during the accident. Once that step has been taken, by contacting our motorcycle accident attorneys, we can ensure that your best interests are being represented while the rider is recovering.

Types of Injuries a Rider Can Sustain

With most bikes offering their riders little in the way of protection, in most cases the best form of protection for a rider is their defensive riding skills. However, in some instances where an accident is unavoidable, the resulting injuries to the rider can be life-changing. Some of the most common injuries include:

Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Concussion
Spinal cord injuries
Broken bones
Dislocated joints
Nerve damage (also known as “riders arm”)
Facial injuries
Internal bleeding
Dental damage
Skull fractures

…. Among many others. While the medical costs associated with treating these types of injuries can be extremely high, it’s often the loss of income that affects not only the injured rider, but also their families and other dependents.

Motorcycle Accident Victim? Contact Our Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

The entire team at the law offices of Arguello Law Firm strongly believe that negligent motorists must be held responsible for their actions and can provide the experience, guidance and resources that motorcycle accident victims need when filing a personal injury lawsuit. With a hard-won reputation of defending the rights of the individual – not large firms and corporations – we have the determination to fight for your MAXIMUM compensation. Our primary office is located in Houston TX and we proudly provide comprehensive legal counsel to accident victims in:

…. And most of the towns and cities that surround those areas. To learn more, contact us today at 1-888-CLAIM-68 (1-888-252-4668) and after speaking with our intake staff you will be quickly connected to one of our lawyers that is best suited for your case.

For those that would prefer to start immediately, simply fill out and submit the “CONFIDENTIAL EVALUATION” form located at the top of this page – it’s 100% CONFIDENTIAL.