Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Compensation for Motorcycle Accidents in Los Angeles

Victims of motorcycle accidents have the right to recover damages for their injuries if they can prove the accident stemmed from another person’s act of negligence.  If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you are entitled to collect compensation for your injuries, medical costs, lost wages, financial hardship, and pain and suffering.   At Pacific Attorney Group, our talented Los Angeles motorcycle accident attorneys work relentlessly to help our clients obtain compensation for the following:

• Bodily injury
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage
• Medical bills
• Current and future medical care and treatment
• Rehabilitation expenses
• Medication and necessary adaptive equipment
• Loss of income
• Financial hardship
• Reimbursement for rental car or motorcycle
• Reimbursement for out of pocket expenses

Most motorcycle accident victims are awarded at least some damages. However, it is important to note that compensation is not automatically awarded and is never guaranteed. The amount of compensation you receive is based on your individual situation. Certain factors, such as the severity of your injuries, the other party’s ability to pay for damages, your current physical condition, and which party is ultimately at fault, will determine the amount of compensation you will receive.

Nonetheless, there are certain actions you can take to increase your chances of obtaining compensation, such as:

1. Documenting statements from eye witnesses. This will help you collect and preserve evidence to use in court. It is best to interview eyewitnesses as soon as possible after the accident to ensure the accident is still fresh in their minds and their recollections are more likely to be accurate. Good people to talk to include passengers, other drivers, pedestrians, employees of businesses located near the scene of the accident, etc. Make sure you collect their full names and phone numbers before they leave the scene in case you need to contact them in the future.
   
2. Take pictures or video of the accident. Photographing or filming the scene of the accident is one of the best forms of evidence to use in your favor. Things you should look for include skid marks, any road conditions that could have caused the accident, debris, friction marks, gouge marks, loose gravel, oil spills, potholes, construction or road signs, etc. You should also include photographs showing the condition of the motorcycle.

3. Maintain all records. Keep copies of your medical record, medical charts, accident report, police report, insurance claim, etc.
   
4. Collect the other party’s personal information. This type of information includes the driver’s name, address, phone number, license plate number, vehicle make and model, and his/her insurance company.
   
5. Say Nothing. Any statements made regarding the accident can be used as evidence against you in court.  The best thing to do is refrain from talking to anyone about your case, including insurance companies. It is especially important that you do not apologize for the accident, admit it was your fault, or make statements implying in anyway the accident could be your fault, such as “I didn’t see the other driver.”
   
6. Seek medical care quickly. The sooner you see a doctor, the sooner you will have a better idea of the extent of your injuries. Furthermore, the sooner you see a doctor for your injuries, the more serious your claim will be taken.
   
7. Keep track of your expenses. Keeping track of all expenses related to the accident and recovery process will help convince the judge you deserve to be compensated. These expenses include everything from medical bills, prescription costs, rental expenses, bank statements, etc.
   
8. Contact an attorney immediately. The sooner you contact an attorney, the sooner he/she can start putting together your case, and working toward securing a favorable result.

Contact a Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Attorney

At Pacific Attorney Group, our experienced Los Angeles motorcycle accident lawyers are highly trained in this area of personal injury law, and utilize effective methods to obtain compensation for our clients.  As soon as we commit to a case, we immediately begin collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing medical records to ensure our clients receive the settlements they deserve.

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, let  a dedicated Los Angeles motorcycle accident attorney at our firm help you secure the financial compensation you deserve. Call Pacific Attorney Group today for your free consultation at (800) 670-8142.

Contact a Los Angeles motorcycle accident lawyer at Pacific Attorney Group today!