If you were hurt in a motorcycle accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you deserve to recover compensation. However, it can be difficult to pursue damages if you do not have motorcycle insurance. Even if you do carry insurance, you likely won’t be able to recover all of your damages from your insurer.
Our firm can pursue your due damages for you. One of our Pompano Beach motorcycle accident lawyers may be able to negotiate a fair settlement with your insurer. We can also file a lawsuit on your behalf to help you recover the money you need and hold the liable party accountable. Call today to find out how our Pompano Beach personal injury lawyers can help you.
What You Can Expect From Our Pompano Beach Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
For over 28 years, our lawyers have managed and resolved countless personal injury cases like yours. You can leave your case to our team while you heal from your injuries. You will benefit from:
- Honest legal guidance
- Ongoing communication about the status of your case
- Multi-lingual support, as we can assist clients in Spanish, Arabic, Creole, Greek, Portuguese, Russian, and Turkish
Your case is in good hands when you hire GED Lawyers. Past clients have had great things to say about working with our firm:
- “I was struggling trying to deal with our insurance company to obtain proper reimbursement…I felt defeated! I hired GED Lawyers to take over the claim, and things are now starting to advance accordingly. Finally, I feel we can expect to be treated fairly…My wife and I are both relieved having the weight of this lifted off our shoulders.” – Alan L.
- “Knowledgeable, great communication, and friendly.” – Gina R.
Our Pompano Beach Attorneys Will Build Your Motorcycle Collision Case
If you hire one of our lawyers, they’ll take over your entire case for you. Our firm can get started on your case as soon as you reach out to us, and we will not demand any payment upfront. We work on a contingency-fee basis, meaning we receive a percentage of your compensation as payment. Your lawyer will take on all of these tasks:
Listing and Valuating Your Damages
It can be difficult to account for all of your damages after an accident. Without the support of an attorney, you may not realize that your non-economic damages and ongoing medical expenses are recoverable.
You can rely on our team to list all the damages you can recover. We will also assign a value to your case to ensure you are being compensated fairly for your intangible losses.
Proving Liability in Your Motorcycle Accident Case
To recover compensation for your damages, you will need to prove that another party is the reason you were involved in a motorcycle accident. Our team can collect the various types of evidence to point to the other party’s liability, including:
- Photos and videos of the accident scene
- The police report
- Witness statements
- Statements from your doctor
This evidence is essential to your case, because we must be able to prove the other party’s negligence. We do this by proving:
- The at-fault party had a duty of care. This means they were responsible for acting cautiously and keeping you out of harm’s way.
- The at-fault party breached that duty, such as by driving recklessly.
- The at-fault party’s actions led to the incident.
- The incident resulted in compensable damages.
Negotiating or Suing for Your Damages
If you have motorcycle insurance, your lawyer will attempt to negotiate a fair settlement with your insurer. However, if you do not have motorcycle insurance, or your insurance company refuses to settle fairly, we can move forward with a lawsuit.
We will inform you of the lawsuit filing deadlines that apply to your case and work to submit your case before time runs out. Most motorcycle accident lawsuits can settle outside of court. However, we can prepare you and any witnesses for trial if this becomes necessary in your case.
What Kind of Damages Can You Recover After a Pompano Beach Motorcycle Accident?
Through an insurance claim or legal action, you may be able to recover your economic and non-economic damages. Our team can assess your case to determine which damages you may be able to demand compensation for. Motorcycle accident victims often recover:
- Current and ongoing medical costs
- Property damages, like the full cost of repairing/replacing your motorcycle
- Income loss
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Pain and suffering you endured
- Mental and/or emotional trauma the accident caused
- Wrongful death damages, such as loss of familial support, if you lost a loved one in the accident
Injuries in a Motorcycle Crash Can Leave You Facing a Lifetime of Loss
A motorcycle accident in Pompano Beach can result in devastating injuries. As a rider hurt by another person, you could be dealing with:
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs): Even with a helmet, motorcyclists are at risk of suffering head injuries due to the force of impact. TBIs can range from mild concussions to severe brain damage, leading to long-term cognitive and physical impairments.
- Spinal Cord Injuries: A crash can cause severe damage to the spinal cord, resulting in partial or complete paralysis. This type of injury often necessitates extensive medical treatment and lifelong care.
- Fractures and Broken Bones: Motorcyclists frequently suffer broken arms, legs, ribs, and other bones during collisions. These injuries can require surgeries, physical therapy, and time away from work.
- Internal Injuries: The force of a crash can lead to internal bleeding and damage to organs, which may not be immediately apparent but can be life-threatening if untreated.
- Emotional and Psychological Trauma: Beyond physical injuries, victims often experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression following an accident.
With these extensive losses, you have enough to deal with. You should not have to argue with insurance companies that may try to minimize payouts. Our Pompano Beach injury lawyers ensure that your damages are fully accounted for and negotiate aggressively on your behalf.
What If the Other Driver Blames Me for My Motorcycle Accident?
At GED Lawyers, we know how overwhelming it can be to navigate the aftermath of a motorcycle accident in Pompano Beach, especially when at-fault drivers attempt to shift blame onto you. Under Florida Statutes § 768.81, if you are found to be 51% or more at fault for the accident, you are barred from recovering compensation. If your fault is less than 51%, you can still recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault.
While this system is designed to account for shared responsibility, it also opens the door for at-fault drivers and their insurance companies to unfairly blame motorcyclists in an effort to reduce or eliminate their liability. Insurance companies and at-fault drivers may try to argue that:
- You were speeding or riding recklessly: They may claim you were weaving through traffic or exceeding the speed limit, even if no evidence supports this.
- You were not visible to other drivers: They might argue that your motorcycle was in a blind spot or you failed to wear high-visibility gear, shifting blame for their failure to yield or check their surroundings.
- You violated traffic laws: Drivers might allege that you were lane splitting, failed to signal, or ran a red light, even if these accusations are untrue.
- You assumed the risks of motorcycling: Some people unfairly believe that motorcyclists inherently accept responsibility for accidents simply because riding a motorcycle is riskier than driving a car.
At GED Lawyers, we are passionate about protecting Pompano Beach motorcyclists from unfair blame and ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve. We won’t let an at-fault driver or insurance company take advantage of you.
How You Can Pursue Compensation for a Motorcycle Accident in Pompano Beach
The process of recovering compensation after a motorcycle crash in Pompano Beach isn’t always straightforward. A claimant can’t pursue compensation through personal injury protection insurance (PIP) or property damage liability insurance (PDL) since they don’t cover motorcycle accidents.
You can only file a claim to recover damages after a motorcycle accident if you purchased motorcycle coverage. Since this type of coverage is not required in Florida, you may not have the option to seek compensation from your own insurance company. However, that does not mean you have no options. You may be able to sue the at-fault party.
Contact Us for a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Pompano Beach, Florida
If you or a loved one suffered a motorcycle accident, our firm can pursue your due damages for you. We have years of experience handling motorcycle accident cases like yours.
In a free consultation, we’ll tell you more about hiring and working with one of our motorcycle accident attorneys in Pompano Beach. We’ll also tell you about what the next steps in your case might entail. To consult with us for free, contact GED Lawyers today.
