Were You Injured In A Motorcycle Accident In Los Angeles?

Motorcycle Accidents in California are not uncommon, in fact, there are hundreds of thousands of registered Motorcycle drivers statewide. The likelihood of you or someone you know being involved in an accident is high. Los Angeles is full of beautiful roads and scenery so it’s easy to see how one may want to take to the open road for fresh air and relaxation but there is a danger to be aware of. 

Drivers are often unaware as to how dangerous their own command of their motor vehicle can be on a motorcyclist. Whether in a blind spot or a reckless driving incident, a motorcyclist can easily be overcome by any car out on the road. A motor vehicle will always far surpass the weight of a motorcycle leaving the chance of fatality in a collision with a motor vehicle at a high risk.

Filing An Injury Claim

In order to determine whether or not you can file a claim, the first element measured will be fault. Who was at fault for the collision? What were the circumstances leading up to the accident? Was their negligence on the part of the other driver? If it is determined that you did not cause the accident and that the negligent party was the other driver, you may be entitled to file a claim. 

What are some instances in which you may be able to file a claim?

• You were cut off by a speeding motorist
• Your motorcycle is defective 
• The other motorist was not paying attention (texting, drinking, eating etc.)
• The road in which you were traveling was defective

What Kind Of Recover Is Available When Filing A Claim?

It goes without saying that a motorcycle injury can cause lasting effects. A Motorcycle accident can result is serious and fatal injuries as well as cause disfigurement, head trauma, spinal trauma, fractures and more. The injuries sustained as a result of these types of collisions often result in more intense and extensive bodily injury based on the sheer difference in the size and weight of a motor vehicle colliding with a motorcycle. You may very well be looking at a long recovery and rehabilitation and the effects of such injuries can leave you with a lifetime of pain and suffering.

Three Types Of Damages

• Medical Expenses: You may be compensated for any financial losses including medical care and rehabilitation.
• Wage Loss: Loss of employment income, or the inability to work as well as a reduction in your ability to earn an income due to your injuries. 
• Pain And Suffering:  This compensates you for the intangible harms you sustain, such as mental and emotional damage. These are non-monetary losses that still affect your everyday life following an accident.  

There are a variety of factors that can affect the outcome of your motorcycle personal injury claim including whether or not you will face comparative fault (did you cut a driver off), therefore, there is not assigned figure to your claim that will innumerate what your final damages may be. Your property, physical bodily injuries as well as the entire overview of your cases will play a role on any monetary award from the court.

Contact a Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney Today 

Our Team is pleased to offer a FREE consultation with one of our seasoned personal injury attorneys to discuss your personal injury case. Call today 310.442.5505 to schedule an appointment. We’ll take the time to learn how your injury has impacted your life and help you understand your legal options.