California highways would be almost unrecognizable without motorcycles. Even so, people still do not take proper care when sharing the road with bikers.

At Solution Now Law Firm, we handle multiple types of legal actions that arise from motorcycle accidents, including personal injury and wrongful death cases. If you or someone you love has been injured in a Motorcycle accident, contact our law office today at 408-256-2871 for a free, no-obligation consultation. We have the experience and knowledge you need to avoid insurance company pitfalls — cynical tactics designed to reduce your claim below what you truly deserve.

Determine Who Is to Blame

Negligence is likely to be the most important aspect of your motorcycle accident lawsuit. California courts determine payment based on the percentage of fault each party has. For example, if someone else is 100% to blame for your injuries, that person pays for 100% of your losses. There are many aspects of fault, including:

• Inexperienced Riders: Operating a motor vehicle without significant experience is dangerous, and could lead to or exacerbate injuries. We work to demonstrate the true extent of experience so fault is fairly placed.
• Lack of Protective Equipment: Helmets and other gear often reduce the severity of injuries. However, they do not prevent negligent drivers from injuring bikers. We help our clients get to the truth.
• Car Door Accidents: Car owners could be liable even if their vehicle is parked. These cases are unique, so please contact us for further information.
• Aggressive Drivers: No amount of hurry is worth someone else’s life. Our clients often secure more compensation from drivers who speed, tailgate, split lanes or pass on the shoulder.
• Impaired Drivers: Drug or alcohol intoxication are often a major indicator of fault. So are cell phone use, drowsiness and distraction.
• Hazardous Weather: Drivers who do not exercise caution in snow, rain and fog could contribute to the severity of motorcycle injuries.
• Road Conditions: Potholes or cracks could contribute to crashes. Please note that if you intend to pursue damages from the government, you only have six months to do so.
• Turn Signals: Failure to indicate a lane change or left turn could lead to a lifetime of pain. We work with physical evidence and witness testimony to establish whether lack of signaling contributed to the injuries.

The correct strategy would change depending on the parties and details involved. For example, motorcycle-motorcycle crashes often require a different approach to fault than collisions between bikes and cars.

Call an Experienced San Jose Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today

Insurers know that motorcycle crashes lead to more severe, costlier injuries. They often send their most experienced negotiators out as soon as possible to minimize the amount they have to pay. We have seen every strategy they use, and we are ready to defend you and your family.

Call us at 408-256-2871 or Contact us online as soon as possible for a free consultation. We fight for the fair compensation you need to recover from all of your injuries.