Question 1

What should you do after a motorcycle accident?

Accepted Answer

After a motorcycle accident, your first action should always be to get to safety. Being knocked from your motorcycle can leave you at risk of subsequent collisions that could result in even more extensive injuries. Avoid aggravating your injuries as much as possible, but get out of the path of traffic right away.

Call 911, because a significant motorcycle accident is an emergency situation. With the assistance of first responders, you can document the crash through a police report and secure the help of emergency medical personnel.

While you wait for assistance, take any actions you can to document the accident. Photograph or take videos of the scene of the crash, damage to your motorcycle and any vehicles, any conditions that contributed to the crash, and your visible injuries. Gather the names and contact information of witnesses and ask them to provide their statements. Note down the exact location of the accident and everything you remember about the collision and the events leading up to it.

Once first responders arrive, provide the necessary information for the police to write a report. Make sure you get a copy of the name and insurance information of the driver or any other potentially liable parties. Allow emergency medical personnel to examine you and, if needed, go straight to the hospital. Otherwise, once you leave the accident scene, seek medical care promptly.

Although the last thing you need right now is the stress of a legal issue, you have to protect your rights so you can pursue a claim for compensation in the future, if necessary. If possible, consult motorcycle accident lawyers in New Jersey early on, before you even notify your insurance company of the collision, so you understand your rights and obligations and the risks involved in communicating with insurers. Let Corradino & Papa, LLC review your case at no cost so we can provide advice to help you move forward.

Question 2

Who can be held responsible for motorcycle accident injuries?

Accepted Answer

In most motorcycle accident injury claims, another motorist is a defendant. Other parties can also face liability for a crash. When our motorcycle accident lawyers in New Jersey file a claim on your behalf, we may name as defendants parties like the following:

The driver of a private motor vehicle
A commercial driver operating a truck, passenger van, bus, or company car
The employer of any driver who causes your crash while in the course of their job duties, including a trucking company
Any party who can be held liable for poor maintenance of the other vehicle if inadequate maintenance contributed to the accident
The manufacturer of a defective motorcycle or motorcycle parts that cause an accident due to malfunction
A property owner or an entity responsible for maintaining the road in safe condition if unsafe conditions caused your accident

Depending on the facts of your case, you might have a claim against one or multiple defendants under different theories of liability. By ensuring that your claim encompasses all potentially liable parties, we set the stage for a strong case and a successful recovery.

Question 3

How much compensation can you receive for a motorcycle accident claim?

Accepted Answer

Your compensation for a motorcycle accident claim depends on numerous factors, like the extent of your damages, the extent of the defendant’s negligence, any comparative negligence on your part, and the amount of insurance coverage available. Through your claim, we seek to get you the maximum compensation possible for losses like the following:

Medical bills
Future medical costs
Loss of income
Loss of future earnings
Property damage
Pain and suffering
Disfigurement
Loss of quality of life
Wrongful death compensation for fatal accidents

Serious motorcycle accident claims can result in payouts that amount to tens of thousands of dollars, hundreds of thousands of dollars, or even millions of dollars. To secure the most money possible for your unique circumstances, you should retain professional legal representation to help you identify all sources of coverage available and document all of your damages.

Question 4

Why should you hire a lawyer for a motorcycle accident injury claim?

Accepted Answer

An injured motorcyclist can file an insurance claim without legal counsel, but there’s a difference between being legally able to file a claim and actually receiving maximum compensation for your losses.

Hiring experienced motorcycle accident lawyers in New Jersey to handle your case ensures all aspects of your claim are addressed with a professional level of skill and dedication. Established law firms have resources that you don’t have, equipping them to:

Conduct thorough investigations of the accident
Gather all available evidence
Build successful cases that offer a strong standing in settlement negotiations
File litigation and take claims to court if necessary
Ultimately, secure maximum compensation for injury claims

With an attorney handling your claim for you, the demands of the legal process won’t interfere with your physical recovery. Contingency-based representation also ensures that pursuing a claim won’t add to the financial hardships caused by the accident.