Riverside Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Recovering Damages Caused by a Negligent Driver

Motorcycles can be a fun and enjoyable mode of transportation, especially to those who live in the sunny state of California. With many, many days of sunshine each year, it is no wonder that many people choose to leave their cars behind for their sports bikes or cruisers. While for some, the dangers of riding a motorcycle seem to outweigh the benefits, but for those that enjoy riding their bike understand that at any moment they can be seriously injured by another driver on the road.

With their small size in nature, it is sometimes difficult for a larger car or truck to see a small motorcycle passing by their lane, making it more common for these types of accidents to occur. When a person riding a motorcycle is struck by a car, truck, SUV or another motorcycle, the results are often catastrophic. The motorcyclist may incur serious injuries such as road rash, broken bones, crushing injuries, brain or head trauma, spinal cord damage and even wrongful death.

To top it off, when an injured motorcyclist attempts to recover damage caused by another driver, the court may have a pretrial bias to favor the driver of the car because statistically the motorcyclist is generally going to be at fault. If you have been injured in an accident caused by another reckless driver, do not hesitate to call the Riverside personal injury attorney at Hanson, Gorian & Bradford. We can help you fight to recover fair compensation to help cover the entire extent of your injuries.

Motorcycle Safety in Riverside, California

The following are several tips on motorcycle safety to help prevent an accident in the future:

Always wear a helmet – it's the law.
Wear protective clothing, long sleeves, closed toed shoes and gloves.
Wear bright clothing or reflective clothing to ensure that other drivers on the road see you.
Always look twice before changing lanes.
Never drive drunk.

When you are injured in a motorcycle accident, you will need an aggressive lawyer to ensure that the court does not have a bias to favor the side of the other driver. You are the victim, and you should receive compensation. You have sustained the injuries and you will need the money to help pay for medical bills and reparations to your motorcycle. Filing this type of claim will be complex, and without our help, it may be nearly impossible. Call us today for a consultation of your case!

For more information and to get the help you deserve, contact our Riverside motorcycle accident lawyer today.