In a recent report from the National Safety Council, during 2023, more than 6,000 motorcyclists were killed, and an estimated 82,500 were treated in emergency rooms for non-fatal motorcycle-related injuries. A large portion of those killed were between the ages of 20 and 24. Many of these younger adults are students who drive motorcycles or mopeds from home to school in order to save money and gas. It is especially devastating when younger people are injured because the serious nature of a motorcycle accident may affect the rest of their lives.
With more people in the United States driving motorcycles, motorcycle deaths and injuries continue to rise. The small size of motorcycles creates dangerous situations. The higher speed and quickness of these vehicles often lead to bad collisions involving horrible injuries, paralysis, and even death. It is important for a biker to be aware of their surroundings and to drive safely.
Motorcycle accidents can create multiple issues and significant losses. Because of those difficulties, injured parties should hire a New Orleans motorcycle accident lawyer with the experience and resources necessary to provide for a victim’s legal and medical needs, as well as medical and litigation experts. Cliff Cardone has practiced law for over 50 years, primarily handling personal injury matters. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, phone Cardone at 866-509-8980 for a free in-person consultation. He is direct, insightful, proactive, and passionate about his clients’ cases.
After most motorcycle crashes, the first place you can turn to seek compensation for the injuries sustained is the at-fault party’s insurance company. You will need things like your medical records, any repair bills, and evidence from the accident scene in order to recover damages through an insurance claim. If you were injured, it’s a good idea to talk to an attorney familiar with motorcycle accident cases before talking to the insurance provider involved in your case.
Many factors can lead to motorcycle accidents, but human error is certainly the cause of most motorcycle accidents. These types of accidents are also especially common in bad weather conditions:
There are ways for a motorcycle driver to protect against injuries, and even worse. Louisiana law mandates that the driver of a motorcycle must wear the proper physical protection. No person shall operate a motorcycle unless the person is wearing a safety helmet that meets all the safety specifications for that type of motorcycle. Eye protection must also be worn while operating the motorcycle, which is specifically approved and has met all safety recommendations. Louisiana has passed helmet and eye protection laws to protect people from unnecessary injuries in a motorcycle accident. It has been proven that these safety precautions save lives. Before you get on your bike for a joy ride or trip to the office, make sure your goggles and helmet are up to safety standards and are properly fitted.
You will want to be aware of the time limit you have to file a personal injury lawsuit, or your right to file a claim could be lost forever. When booking your vacation, the cruise line will typically have you agree to terms and conditions as a passenger. It is important to read these terms and conditions because each cruise line’s contract may contain a different statute of limitations.
Motorcycle accident injuries tend to be worse than auto accidents due to the small nature and vulnerability of the bikes. Injuries can range from minor cuts and bruises to broken bones and severe traumatic brain injuries. Road rash, a mild to severe skin abrasion resulting from a fall on the bike that involves sliding on a hard surface, occurs very frequently in motorcycle accidents. Many motorcycle accident victims will suffer life-threatening injuries.
The Cardone Law Firm represents clients in motorcycle accidents in the entire state of Louisiana.
If your accident was simple and didn’t involve any injuries, you may not need an attorney to get compensation. However, if your accident involved injuries requiring medical care, a commercial vehicle such as a semi-truck, multiple parties at fault, improper road maintenance, or insufficient road signage, you should get help from a capable New Orleans motorcycle accident lawyer.
Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, which means that they get paid as a part of your settlement rather than out of your pocket. If you don’t win, they don’t get paid. With that in mind, you can get help from a personal injury attorney without paying anything up front. You can also request a free initial consultation to get a sense for the attorney’s services and to get an idea of your options.
Under Louisiana state law, most motorcycle accident victims will have two years from the point of their accident in which to take legal action against the other party. However, if your case involved a wrongful death, you may only have a year to file. To learn how long you have to take action in your case, it’s in your best interest to contact a lawyer.
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