You Can Make A Claim For Compensation After A Motorcycle Crash

On behalf of Lovett Law Firm posted in Motorcycle Accidents on Thursday, February 18, 2016.

As a victim of a motorcycle accident, you need to know your rights. In many cases, you can file a claim with the other driver’s insurance carrier, so you can get a payment that covers your medical care and other financial needs. If the other party doesn’t have insurance, then you may have to work with your attorney to file a claim. Your attorney can also help if the insurance company wants to settle for too little, which is not fair to you or your family, who may also have been affected by the accident. Here are a few common questions about motorcycle accidents with other drivers and the answers you need to know.

If a car hits you when turning left in front of you, is that driver at fault? In most cases, yes, because the driver should see oncoming traffic and yield. The exception may be if that driver has a green arrow and you had a stop light.

In cases where an at-fault party isn’t clearly identified, you may be held comparatively negligent. What does that mean? It means you were partly at fault for the accident. That’s not really something you want, because you could have to pay for some of the damages and injuries you’ve suffered. For instance, if you were speeding while the other driver was making an illegal turn, you both could be found partially at fault for the accident.

Car and motorcycle accidents can be complicated, but our website has more answers about the questions you may have. With the right information, you can make an informed choice about the decisions you need to make to get the compensation you need for your injuries and property damage.