How Can a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Help if you were Injured in an Accident?

May 20, 2022

As the weather here in Indiana gets warmer, many people will want to spend more time outdoors. There are plenty of ways to enjoy the nice weather, including a motorcycle ride. 

Motorcycle enthusiasts generally know the rules of the road and know how to protect themselves, their passengers, and other drivers on the road. But even so, accidents can and do happen each and every day. That’s why it’s so important to know what your options are if you happen to get involved in a motorcycle accident. 

If you’re in an accident, it doesn’t matter if you’re the motorcyclist or the driver of a passenger vehicle. Hensley Legal Group cares about your case and wants to help however possible. If you’re in need of a motorcycle accident lawyer, feel free to reach out to our offices today. Call us at (317) 472-3333 and let us know what we can do for you. 

Safety is imperative when riding a motorcycle

In 2019, there were approximately 84,000 injuries as a result of motorcycle accidents in the United States. Although motorcycle accidents might be common, most of them are entirely preventable. Defensive driving techniques can really help cut down on the number of injuries sustained in these types of crashes. 

Unfortunately, accidents involving motorcycles often do result in injuries. Bikes are much smaller than passenger vehicles and leave the rider exposed. Wearing a helmet and other protective clothing helps, but sometimes injuries are unavoidable. To make matters worse, motorcycle riders over the age of 18 aren’t required to wear helmets.

Studies indicate that motorcycle accident fatalities are on the rise. Between 2019 and 2020 alone, motorcycle fatalities increased by 11 percent. 

If you’re a motorcycle driver, you can prevent injuries and fatalities by: 

• Requiring everyone on your bike to wear a helmet and other protective safety gear 
• Going the speed limit and obeying all other traffic laws
• Slowing down when the weather conditions are unfavorable

If you’re driving in a passenger vehicle, you should always keep an eye out for motorcyclists. Give them plenty of space on the road and exercise caution when driving near them. You might be perfectly fine in a passenger vehicle if you collide with a motorcyclist, but you could end up causing irreparable harm to the person on the bike.

What can my personal injury attorney help with? 

If you were recently injured in an accident involving a motorcycle, it’s normal to feel anxious, frightened, and uncertain about your next steps. That’s where working with a motorcycle accident lawyer can come in handy. 

Your personal injury attorney will work with you to help you get the compensation you deserve for your accident. Your attorney will: 

• Go over your case and gather evidence to help prove your claim
• Talk to witnesses and gather statements 
• Discuss your case with experts to determine what your future medical expenses might look like
• Speak to the insurance companies on your behalf

The personal injury attorneys at Hensley Legal Group recognize how difficult it can be to navigate the aftermath of a motorcycle crash alone. That’s why they’ll go above and beyond to help out with your case.

What kind of compensation could I receive? 

If you’re involved in a motorcycle accident, your injuries might be pretty extensive. Hospital bills can really add up and put a financial strain on a family. That’s where compensation will come in handy. 

Your personal injury attorney can help you recover compensation that will take care of:

• Existing or future medical bills and hospitalization costs
• Costs of medication and ongoing medical treatment for your injuries
• Physical therapy you may have to pursue
• Lost wages and earning potential if your injuries prevent you from working
• Pain and suffering for any emotional damage you sustain in the accident

This is not an exhaustive list, however. Your personal injury attorney will go over the finer details of your case with you and help you determine what kind of compensation you are eligible to receive. 

Each motorcycle accident case is different, which is why you shouldn’t go through this alone. If you have any further questions about your own case, you can rely on your lawyer to help you figure out which way to go.

Contact our motorcycle accident attorneys today

At the end of the day, you should feel free to enjoy riding your motorcycle without worry. You can rest easy knowing the experienced attorneys at Hensley Legal Group care about your personal injury case and will be there to help if anything goes wrong. 

Our attorneys treat each client the way they would want to be treated in a similar situation. Reach out to our offices at (317) 472-3333, chat, or by using our online contact form. Whenever you need us, we’re here to help.