Texas Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
Plenty of Texans love riding their motorcycle, and although nothing compares with the freedom of riding a motorcycle in the open, sometimes, your trip can be cut short due to a negligent driver or hazardous road conditions.
In such instances, motorcyclists often suffer serious injuries, especially since they lack the protection that other drivers do. Suppose you have been involved in a motorcycle accident in Texas. In that case, seeking legal guidance and pursuing a claim to compensate for your injuries, property damage, and other losses is crucial.
At Amanda Demanada Injury Lawyers, our Texas motorcycle injury attorneys are always ready to help injured motorcyclists pursue justice and fair compensation for the harm incurred. Contact our law firm today for a free consultation on your case and learn if you have legal grounds to pursue a claim. Here is how our accident lawyers for Texas motorcyclists can help and what you should know about motorcycle accident laws!
How Our Dedicated Motorcycle Lawyers Can Help
When you work with our Texas motorcycle crash lawyers, you will know immediately that not everyone is prejudiced against motorcyclists. Too often, motorcyclists are labeled as reckless and blamed for the accidents they are involved in.
However, through our years of practice at Amanda Demanda Injury Lawyers, we have learned that motorcyclists are often the victims of not only negligent but malicious drivers as well. Because of this, our law firm and dedicated motorcycle accident lawyers can help you in the following ways.
Legal Guidance and Detailed Investigation
Our motorcycle accident lawyers will diligently guide you throughout the legal process, explain your rights, and help you understand the steps involved in pursuing a claim. We will conduct a thorough investigation of the events that lead up to your accident.
Through our comprehensive research, we will leave no stone unturned. We will collect medical reports, and accident reports, interview witnesses and prepare them for your case, and work with field experts to reconstruct the accident scene and establish liability against the at-fault driver or government entity responsible for road maintenance.
Determining Damages and Negotiations
Our motorcycle law firm in Texas prides itself on our attention to detail and client-focused approach. Our attorneys will assess the full extent of your damages, which will include medical expenses, out-of-pocket expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and all other losses, and pursue fair compensation.
Suppose we discover that the at-fault party was particularly willful or egregious in their actions. In that case, we will also seek punitive damages on your behalf to ensure fair compensation for your injuries and other losses and prevent motorcyclist discrimination.
Our lawyers will also handle the negotiations with the insurance companies, seek to protect your interests and secure proper compensation to cover your losses.
Litigation Representation
If a fair settlement cannot be reached through negotiations, our established trial lawyers will prepare your case for court. They will advocate for your rights, strengthen your case, and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Personal Injury Laws in Motorcycle Accident Cases
Several personal injury laws in Texas can and will affect your claim. For example, the statute of limitations in Texas for pursuing a claim is two years from the accident date. You lose your right to sue if you do not file a claim within this legal timeframe. However, if the accident mentally incapacitates someone or the at-fault party flees the state or goes into hiding, the statute of limitations can be extended.
Similarly, if a loved one passes away due to a motorcycle accident, you can pursue a wrongful death claim. Yet, you must do so within two years from the date of death; otherwise, you will lose your right to sue.
The state of Texas follows an at-fault insurance system, which means that whoever is responsible for the accident is liable for the resulting damages. However, Texas also follows the modified comparative negligence rule, which can reduce your compensation amount based on the percentage of faults assigned to you following the investigation.
However, if you are deemed more than 50% at fault for the accident, you lose your right to compensation. This is often where the prejudice against motorcyclists is used against them so the at-fault parties can escape liability.
However, our motorcycle accident lawyers know better and will use all available legal means, evidence, and strategies to ensure that justice is served.
Motorcycle Laws and Factors That Can Affect Your Claim
Other aspects can affect a motorcycle accident claim besides the modified comparative fault rule. For example, in Texas, all motorcyclists must abide by helmet laws. Motorcyclists under the age of 21 are legally obligated to wear appropriate helmets for protection.
Motorcyclists over the age of 21 can choose not to wear a helmet as long as they have insurance or have passed an approved motorcycle safety course. Lane splitting is also illegal in the state of Texas, and motorcyclists must obtain the appropriate licenses to operate their vehicles and abide by traffic laws.
In a motorcycle accident claim, if you breach any of these laws or regulations, you will be assigned a higher percentage of fault for the accident. The at-fault party might argue that the severity of your injuries is your own fault, such as not wearing a helmet.
This, however, doesn’t necessarily mean that you will lose your right to receive compensation. As long as you are not more than 50% at fault for the accident, you can still pursue a claim and recover damages. If you are unsure of whether you should pursue a claim or not, contact our law office right away and receive a free consultation.
Taking Legal Action In Your Motorcycle Accident Claim
Motorcycle accident claims are complex and challenging to deal with on your own because of all the laws and regulations and the possible aspects of prejudice. Not to mention that you have to deal with your injuries and other consequences during this time.
However, you don’t have to fight this battle alone. At Amanda Demanda Injury Lawyers, our dedicated motorcycle accident lawyers can help remove some of the burdens you are dealing with. Let us take on the hassle of the legal proceedings while you rest and heal. Contact our law office for a free consultation on your case, and let our compassionate attorneys fight for your rights and fair compensation.
Abogados para Latinos - At Amanda Demanda Injury Lawyers, we understand the importance of having legal representation that speaks your language and understands your culture. That’s why we have a dedicated team of native Spanish-speaking attorneys and staff who are ready to assist you. We are proud to serve Miami's vibrant Hispanic community, offering compassionate and culturally sensitive legal services in both English and Spanish. Whether you're more comfortable speaking Spanish or simply want a Spanish-fluent lawyer who understands the unique challenges faced by Latinos, our team is here to provide you with the support and expertise you need to navigate the legal system with confidence.
