Encinitas Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
After an injury-producing motorcycle accident, trust a legal team with the expertise and resources to fight for the justice you deserve. The dedicated Encinitas motorcycle accident lawyers at North County Injury Lawyers are committed to helping you get the justice you deserve.
Located right here in North County, our lawyers advocate for the rights of injured motorcyclists, who often are recovering from severe injuries and dealing with insurance companies attempting to make the claims process harder. Our goal is to maximum compensation for the medical bills (past and future), lost wages (past and future), and the pain, suffering, and overall impact the accident has had on your life.
Encinitas Motorcycle Accident Claims Can Be Complex
Riding motorcycles can provide many advantages such as better maneuverability, quicker stops, and fuel efficiency compared to cars, buses, and trucks. However, they lack the crash protection that these larger vehicles provide.
As a result, motorcycle accidents can lead to more severe, life-threatening, and lasting injuries for riders (compared to drivers). Worse, it is not uncommon for drivers to blame motorcyclists for causing the accident, testifying that the rider was speeding, riding recklessly, or out of view. Proving fault when liability is contested can be a lengthy and complex process.
Our seasoned Encinitas motorcycle accident attorneys have a proven track record of successfully challenging insurance companies. We know all the tactics insurance companies use, which empowers us to make strategic moves for our clients.
Determining Liability in an Encinitas Motorcycle Crash
The negligent driver who caused the accident, or their insurance company, will frequently argue that the motorcycle rider was either wholly or partly responsible for the accident. We never concede this, unless there is irrefutable evidence of comparative fault.
What is comparative fault? Under a comparative fault system, if you are found partially at fault, your damages will be reduced by that percentage. Insurance companies will sometimes use comparative fault to try and shift blame onto you, hoping to reduce or eliminate your right to compensation after a motorcycle accident.
Benefits of an Encinitas Attorney Experienced in Motorcycle Accidents
The experienced motorcycle accident attorneys at North County Injury Lawyers are dedicated to helping accident victims secure the compensation and justice they deserve after a motorcycle accident We are local and can meet in person at your home or our office, or we can meet via Zoom.
With North County Injury Lawyers, we guarantee:
- At your free initial consultation, our attorneys will explain your legal options and potential recovery.
- You will pay no upfront fees, and you owe us nothing unless we secure compensation for you.
- We will always be available to answer questions and keep you informed about your case.
- We will gather all evidence and build a solid compensation claim.
- We will negotiate aggressively with insurance companies for a fair motorcycle accident settlement.
Compensation Available to Injured Riders
In personal injury lawyer, the harms caused by a negligent actor are usually referred to as “damages.” Damages are usually broken down into two categories, Special and General. Special Damages refer to economic damages like medical bill and wage loss, and General Damages are all of the non-economic harms caused by an accident, such as pain, suffering, scarring, loss of enjoyment of life, and all the other intangible harms an accident can bring. But as a general matter, most damages include:
Medical Expenses. Covering both past and future costs for doctor visits, surgeries, hospitalizations, therapies, medications, medical equipment and other costs associated with your recovery.
Lost Wages. Covering both past and future income lost due to injury recovery. This includes compensation for reduced hours or lower-paying jobs if the victim can’t return to their previous work.
Pain and suffering. We frequently refer to these damages as “pain and suffering,” but it is so much more. The truth is the pain and suffering damages include all the negative impacts and accident has had on your life.
Other Damages. Other damages, like punitive damages, are sometimes available depending on the facts of the case.
Common Causes of Encinitas Motorcycle Accidents
Encinitas has many busy roads, such as Coast Highway and Encinitas Blvd, and also is bisected by I-5. When we read about a motorcycle accident in Encinitas it is usually caused by one of the following:
- Distracted driving (texting)
- Lack of visibility
- Turning into the path of a motorcycle
- Changing lanes into a motorcycle’s path
- Failing to give motorcycles full lane usage
- Intoxicated driving
- Aggressive driving
- Failing to yield right of way
- Speeding
- Traffic law violations
If you or someone you love was hit on their motorcycle, our Encinitas motorcycle accident lawyers can help.
Speak with an Encinitas Motorcycle Accident Attorney Today
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, the experienced motorcycle accident attorneys at North County Injury. Our lawyers proudly serve all North County communities, including Encinitas, and are available to talk anytime that is convenient to you. Contact us at (760) 571-5500 or via our online form for a free consultation.