Frequently Asked Questions
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many of the questions that you may have regarding
motorcycle accidents and injury. If you have
a question that is not covered below, please
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What should I do in the event
of a motorcycle accident? |
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Why hire a motorcycle accident
personal injury attorney? |
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What does it cost to hire a motorcycle
personal injury attorney? |
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What is the best way to avoid
a motorcycle accident? |
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How can I protect myself financially
in a motorcycle accident? |
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What should I do in the
event of a motorcycle accident?
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Contact Police: Call 911 for Police,
and Ambulance, if needed. Give a brief statement
to the police officer giving your side of the
accident. Admit nothing, sign nothing. Even
if you think you were in the wrong, the other
driver may be equally responsible. Make certain
that a Police Report is filed. |
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Identify the Driver: Obtain the
other driver’s name, address, and the registration
number of the vehicle driven. Ask to see their
driver’s license and the name of the insurance
company and the policy number. |
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Witnesses: Get as much information
as possible from everyone who observed the accident.
Their name, telephone number at home and work,
and their address is important. If possible,
get their tag number. If they will, have the
witnesses write down a statement of what they
observed regarding the accident. |
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If you are the injured party,
seek medical treatment immediately. Maintain
records of all medical services provided and
the bills for those services. |
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Contact your Insurance Agency
as required. Do not speak to the other
driver's Insurance Company! |
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Hire a Motorcycle Accident Personal
Injury Attorney. |
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Why hire a motorcycle
accident personal injury attorney?
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It is always beneficial to hire
an attorney who can settle your motorcycle damage
case and who understands motorcycle values.
Motorcycle Accident Investigation, Litigation,
and Reconstruction require an attorney with
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A Motorcycle Personal Injury
Attorney is best qualified to obtain the maximum
recovery for your damages. He will expedite
the investigation of the accident: obtain a
police report, get photographs of your injuries,
take statements from witnesses, obtain information
regarding the insurance coverage of all parties
involved, and request medical and medical billing
records as they are available. |
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A Motorcycle Personal Injury
Attorney will consider many factors in determining
the maximum recovery of your case: |
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The value of your motorcycle,
accessories and personal items. |
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The cost of all medical
treatment presently, and the consideration
of future medical treatment. |
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The payment of lost wages
and benefits, and the consideration of
any future loss of earnings. |
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An Attorney has the experience
to evaluate the compensation for past
and future pain and suffering, and possibly,
permanent disability value. |
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A Motorcycle Personal Injury Attorney
will come to you if you are unable to come to
the office because of your injuries. |
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What does it cost to
hire a motorcycle personal injury attorney?
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We offer free legal consultations.
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We do not charge for your motorcycle
damage recovery, and personal injury fees are
on a contingency basis (a percentage of the
recovery). In other words, we don’t get
paid unless you do. |
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What is the best way to avoid
a motorcycle accident?
The Hurt Report states that 92% of Motorcycle Riders
involved in accidents were self-taught or learned
from friends or family. Rider Education is the single
best weapon of defense against motorcycle accidents.
Most states have a Rider Education Program, as well
as private schools such as Atlanta Motorcycle Schools
in Georgia (www.jkminc.com).
Rider Education is not just for the beginner, but
for all riders—no matter how long you have
been riding.
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How can I protect myself
financially in a motorcycle accident?
In many areas, almost 30% of the drivers are uninsured!
It is important to protect yourself by purchasing
uninsured motorist coverage. This type of coverage
pays for medical expenses, property damage (motorcycle,
accessories, and clothing), and for pain and suffering
and/or disability to the extent of your policy.
Underinsured motorist coverage begins when the
other driver’s insurance is depleted. Should
you be injured to the extent that you are in the
hospital for several weeks or you miss work for
an extended length of time, and experience great
pain, suffering, and/or disability, underinsured
motorist insurance picks up to pay for these damages
to the policy’s limits. It will also cover
the damage to your motorcycle up to your policy
limits beyond the coverage of the other driver’s
insurance.
Uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance is the
most important coverage a motorcyclist can purchase,
and should be purchased in the highest limits of
coverage possible. You should consult your insurance
agent for this type of insurance and ask about any
exclusion on this type of policy.
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