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You were riding your motorcycle when a driver in another vehicle hit you or ran you off the road. You survived, but you need help. Now you run into another problem: People with attitudes about motorcycle riders.
Some people think you were reckless just because you were on a motorcycle. Sometimes this includes insurance adjusters who stand in the way of the money you need to move past the accident and get back to your life.
The motorcycle accident lawyers at Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer are here to fight those attitudes and stand up for your rights on the road. Our experienced legal team provides the Kentucky Courage you need to fight for the full compensation you deserve after a devastating accident.
Contact us today for your free consultation.
Not every motorcycle accident results in a personal injury claim.
Please reach out to our experienced motorcycle crash lawyers to talk about the specifics of your case in a free consultation. We are here to answer your questions and give you the Kentucky Courage you need during this stressful time.
Many people think that motorcycle accident claims are very similar to car accident claims. They are very different, though.
Due to these complications, no one should ever take on their motorcycle accident case alone. Our attorneys are well-versed in these complexities, and we know how to fight for the full and fair compensation crash victims deserve.
You don’t have to hire a lawyer for your motorcycle accident claim, but you should. At Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer, our dedicated Kentucky motorcycle accident lawyers will take the pressure off of you by:
As a courtesy to our motorcycle accident clients, our attorneys also routinely handle the property damage claim to repair or replace your damaged motorcycle at no charge. You should not have to deal with the insurer while trying to recover from serious motorcycle accident injuries.
If you need legal advice after a motorcycle accident in Kentucky, please contact our law firm today. We can answer all your questions in a free consultation.
Kentucky is a gorgeous state, and there’s no better way to get around it than on a motorcycle. However, before hopping on your bike, it’s essential that you know the laws of the state.
All motorcycles must have proper state registration before they are ridden on the road. Bikers must also have a valid driver’s license to operate a motorcycle. Motorcycle helmets are not necessary for riders over the age of 21, but those younger than this must wear a helmet at all times.
The only way to determine fault in a motorcycle accident is to analyze the facts. If another driver was violating traffic safety laws, that could determine fault. If another driver was behaving in a lawful manner, but still acted irresponsibly, such as by not properly checking his or her blind spot before changing lanes, that can also help determine fault.
Law enforcement should always be called to the scene of a motorcycle accident. In fact, whenever there is significant property damage or injuries, Kentucky law mandates that those involved must call law enforcement to the scene.
Calling law enforcement to the scene will not only keep you in compliance with the law, though. Police officers will also determine who was at fault for the crash and include that in their report. This accident report can provide proof that another driver was at fault for your motorcycle wreck.
Compensation after a motorcycle accident is meant to restore the victim, or make the person whole again after the crash.
Beware of any immediate settlement offers from an insurance company after a motorcycle accident. It takes time to understand the total losses that you will suffer, and any early settlement offers will not take into account your long-term needs.
There are many steps you should take after a motorcycle accident to protect your rights down the line. These steps include:
After a motorcycle accident, the insurance company of the at-fault party will likely contact you right away. At times, they even visit accident victims while they are still in the hospital. It’s important to remember that these insurance adjusters are not on your side, so you must be armed with some tips when dealing with them.
The insurance adjuster will likely ask you to provide a recorded statement. You should never comply with this request. In fact, you should say as little as possible to the adjuster until you’ve had a chance to speak with your attorney.
Also, don’t sign a medical release. This gives the insurance company access to your medical records, which they will comb through hoping to find a pre-existing condition that can serve as grounds to deny your claim.
It’s also important to never admit fault for the accident. Even saying that you’re sorry the accident happened at all may be seen as an admission of guilt. If you are found at fault for a crash, the insurance company will use this to deny your claim. Never apologize or say you were in any way even partly at fault for the accident.
You must always be honest with the insurance adjuster. If the insurance company finds out you weren’t truthful, it will also use this to deny your claim. If you are asked something and you are unsure of the answer, simply state that you don’t know. Never guess at what happened.
If you are ever uncomfortable speaking with the adjuster, tell them so and end the conversation. Insurance companies often use bullying tactics to make accident victims uncomfortable. When that happens, individuals may say or do something that can hurt their claim. It’s best to just say you don’t feel comfortable talking.
Lastly, do not accept any settlement offer. Immediately following an accident, an insurance adjuster may offer you a settlement. This is likely going to be a low-ball offer that won’t be enough to fully cover the cost of your expenses. If you accept it, you are barred from receiving any compensation in the future, even if your medical expenses and other costs are more than you originally thought. Before signing anything, speak to an attorney.
All personal injury claims in Kentucky have a statute of limitations, or a time limit, on when they must be filed. Auto accidents, including motorcycle accidents, have a statute of limitations of two years in Kentucky.
If claims are filed after this time, it’s likely that the courts will throw the case out and you will be barred from receiving any compensation at all.
For this reason, it’s important to speak to an attorney as soon as possible. An attorney cannot file your claim until he or she has had time to investigate, collect evidence, prove fault, and understand the full extent of your injuries.
The sooner you contact a lawyer, the sooner your attorney can get to work on your case and ensure your claim is filed before the statute of limitations expires.
If you’ve been hurt in a motorcycle accident, you need an attorney who will protect your rights and help you demand the full amount of compensation you deserve. At Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer, our Kentucky motorcycle accident lawyers are passionate about giving crash victims the courage they need to get through tough times.
Contact us now for your free consultation so we can help you move forward with your life.
Hello my name’s David Marion. I chose (Morgan, Collins, Yeast & Salyer)…He did an excellent job on (our) case. He got us what we deserved and what we should’ve gotten. And he worked very hard at what he did. And we are very pleased with the outcome of our case.
Review by: David Marion
Date published: 2019
Rating: ★★★★★5 / 5 stars
