Motorcycle Accidents

A moment of carelessness from a motorist can turn your life upside down within seconds. Motorcyclists often bear the brunt of the consequences when car or truck drivers fail to signal turns, obey speed limits, or adapt to hazardous conditions. These incidents frequently result in severe injuries and disabilities for bikers.

If you have suffered injuries in a motorcycle accident, one of our experienced motorcycle accident lawyers at Gardi, Haught, Fischer & Bhosale LTD can assist you in holding the negligent driver accountable for their actions.

Our motorcycle accident attorneys, backed by over 100 years of combined experience, understand the distinct challenges faced by injured riders in Schaumburg. We can leverage our extensive resources and expertise to support your recovery. Our commitment is evident in our fee structure: we only collect fees if we secure a favorable outcome for your case.

Don’t delay; schedule a free consultation with our legal team of motorcycle attorneys now!

Call (847) 944-9400 or contact us online to discuss your case with our motorcycle accident lawyers during a free consultation.

Proving Liability in Your Motorcycle Accident Claim

Establishing fault is pivotal to the success of your motorcycle accident claim, much like in other personal injury cases. In accordance with Schaumburg’s comparative negligence regulations, you must demonstrate that another party was at least 51% responsible for the accident or incident that led to your injuries.

If you share some degree of blame but are less than 50% at fault, you can still recover compensation for your losses. However, your total recovery will be reduced proportionally to your share of fault. For instance, if a jury determines that you were 20% responsible for the accident, you can recover up to 80% of the total compensation you would have received if the jury had found you entirely blameless for the accident.

Establishing fault typically involves proving that another driver acted negligently and that their negligence resulted in the accident.

Examples of driver negligence encompass:

• Distracted driving, including texting while driving
• Violating traffic laws or road rules
• Speeding, including excessive speeding
• Reckless and aggressive driving
• Fatigue while driving
• Operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• Failure to yield the right-of-way
• Running stop signs or red lights
• Unsafe or illegal lane changes or turns
• Unauthorized passing

These examples illustrate some forms of driver negligence, but there are numerous others. Unfortunately, motorcyclists often face an uphill battle when proving another driver’s negligence, as they must contend with the unjust yet persistent stereotype that motorcyclists are reckless and unsafe operators. Our firm and team of motorcycle injury lawyers are dedicated to challenging these stereotypes and persuading insurance companies and juries of the other driver’s negligence.

Common Injuries Resulting from Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle accidents typically result in serious injuries for those involved. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), leg fractures are the most common injury sustained in motorcycle accidents, with head and chest injuries being less common but more severe.

The most prevalent injuries from motorcycle accidents include:

• Spinal injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Fractured ribs
• Lacerations
• Whiplash
• Internal bleeding
• Organ damage
• Broken limbs
• Fatalities

Underinsured Motorist Coverage for Crash Victims

We recognize that motorcycle accidents often lead to catastrophic injuries, ranging from traumatic brain injuries and broken bones to spinal cord injuries and severe burns. Consequently, at-fault parties frequently lack adequate coverage to cover the costs of such catastrophic injuries.

If your injury-related expenses exceed $15,000, our motorcycle accident attorneys can help you pursue an underinsured motorist claim through your own insurance provider. We strongly recommend that every driver carry underinsured motorist coverage and medical payment coverage.

Nevertheless, suppose you need more underinsured motorist coverage or any other reimbursement source. In that case, we will explore whether the at-fault party possesses any assets, such as property or personal assets, that we can utilize to satisfy a judgment. For instance, the at-fault driver may have insufficient insurance but own multiple unencumbered properties. We can secure a judgment and pursue those properties to cover your substantial medical bills and lost income.

Pursuing Maximum Compensation

Our primary objective is to secure the maximum possible compensation for our clients. When you engage our law firm, our personal injury team thoroughly investigates the accident and its long-term repercussions on your life. Subsequently, we seek a resolution that fully compensates you for the physical, emotional, and financial losses you have incurred.

Depending on your unique circumstances, we may pursue compensation for the following damages:

• Emergency medical care
• Ongoing medical treatment
• Future medical expenses
• Rehabilitation therapy
• Lost wages and income
• Lost future earnings and earning potential
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress and trauma
• Property damage
• Counseling services

We strive to maximize our clients’ recoveries in every case, whether through assertive negotiations with the responsible insurance company or by taking the case to trial.

Our Tenacious Motorcycle Injury Lawyers Don’t Back Down from Unfavorable Settlement Offers

The proliferation of high-volume, low-value law firms, often called “personal injury mills,” has led insurance companies to believe they can underpay motorcycle accident victims. They undervalue many claims because they know the victim’s attorneys are unwilling to go to trial.

Our law firm and our team of aggressive motorcycle injury lawyers actively litigate cases. Our motorcycle accident lawyers have received recognition for their exceptional legal acumen. If the insurance company offers significantly less than you could obtain through a trial, we will take your case to a jury. You can rely on us to relentlessly pursue maximum compensation for your injuries and suffering.

Get in touch with one of our motorcycle injury lawyers at(847) 944-9400 for a free case evaluation. We handle cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe no fees unless we successfully recover compensation.

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