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The Midland area of Texas is home to many motorcycles. Many motorcycles create opportunities for accidents to happen. And when accidents happen, lawsuits are not far behind. If you end up in an accident, you should never automatically assume you’re at fault, no matter the circumstances.
If you are hurt in a motorcycle accident, do not wait to get legal help. Contact The Doan Law Firm for immediate help. The experience of our Midland motorcycle accident attorney can make a difference in your case outcome.
Victims of motorcycle accidents often face a difficult road to recovering fair compensation. We know that the cards can seem stacked against you, but our experience and knowledge work in your favor. Here are a few things our Midland motorcycle accident attorneys have learned over the years.
A motorcycle accident can cause you severe, and even fatal, injuries. This is more so than accidents involving other kinds of vehicles. There are many reasons for this.
In an accident, the motorcyclist has no real protection from impacts. That includes impacts from other vehicles, as well as from pavement and other structures.
Motorcycles are not as steady as four-wheel vehicles. They require a more experienced touch. It’s easy to lose control of a motorcycle. It’s also easy for another vehicle or other situation to cause a motorcyclist to lose control of their vehicle.
When two cars hit each other lightly, the damage is negligible because the cars weigh so much and have so much protection. When a motorcycle hits something, or is hit by something, the lack of weight and size can make even the smallest tap a potential disaster.
The smaller profile of motorcycles means they can easily disappear into the blind spots of other vehicles, especially large trucks. Other drivers often cannot keep track of them. Even when they do see them, these other drivers don’t know how close they should follow them, or if it’s okay to pass them.
Everyday roads also represent a possible accident, especially to non-experienced riders. A pothole, construction site, debris, or anything else can cause a motorcycle accident, even for careful riders.
All of these things can lead to accidents. But notice that all of these things can lead to accidents that are not your fault. Even if you ride carefully, obey all the laws of the road, and generally do what you’re supposed to do, you can still find yourself severely injured.
Remember that as long as you’re obeying traffic laws, you have every right to the road as anyone else. Many accidents occur simply because other motorists don’t understand your rights. Many people also have a bias against motorcycles in general.
This kind of negative thinking can even affect the motorcyclists themselves. Drivers will often assume that any accident is the fault of the motorcyclist, and the motorcyclist may feel the same way. You should never forget that you have the right to ride. Other motorists should always treat you as they would anybody else on the road.
In many cases, accidents involving a motorcycle and another vehicle often happen directly because of the misguided actions of the person in the other vehicle. For example, consider this scenario:
You signal, and then attempt to pass a vehicle in a passing line. The driver of the car doesn’t see you signal, and doesn’t see you attempt to pass. The driver of the other car then veers into you as it too attempts to switch lanes.
Even if the driver of the car notices you at the last minute and veers back to their original lane, that shock of impending collision can cause you to lose control and crash. So who is to blame?
In this case, the other motorist should have paid attention. However, you may feel as if you didn’t signal long enough or otherwise behaved in a way that made the accident seem as if it was your fault. It wasn’t your fault, and the insurance company of that negligent motorist should play a part in paying for your injuries. We’re here to fight for your rights to secure fair compensation.
You suffered an injury due to others’ negligence, but now you must prove who is at fault. Let our Midland motorcycle accident lawyer do the work for you. We will handle every step of the process to help you recover fair compensation. This includes:
Under the Texas statute of limitations, victims of motorcycle accidents have the right to seek legal action against those at fault if they file a claim within two years of the date of injury. Do not wait that long to get results. Instead, contact us immediately for answers.
Once again, remember that you should not immediately take blame for any accident. With all of these mitigating factors, it’s highly possible that you can receive the compensation you deserve for your medical expenses, missed wages, and pain and suffering. Sometimes, even if you’re partially at fault, you can receive the damages you need.
In all cases, you should immediately take care of any injuries. Even if you have no obvious injuries or pains, you should see a physician. After seeing to your injuries, you should immediately contact the accident lawyers of the Doan Law Firm for a consultation.
Many victims of motorcycle accidents face incredible loss and financial devastation. We make it our objective to maximize your claim, fighting for every type of claim owed to you. Our motorcycle accident attorney will build a case that includes all of your losses, including:
Our Midland motorcycle accident lawyer works to build a strong case for you that fairly accounts for all of your losses. Factors like the severity of your injuries and the long-term implications play a role in determining what your claim is worth. Let our extensive experience work to fight for your best possible outcome.
When an accident occurs through no fault of your own, you deserve compensation. The Midland personal injury lawyers at the Doan Law Firm can help you figure out what your next step should be.
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