If you or someone you love has been injured or killed in a motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation that can alleviate the cost of your suffering. Thousands of Texans ride motorcycles, but operating a motorcycle comes with inherent risks that only increase when reckless drivers don’t share the road. A motorcycle accident can have drastic and sometimes permanent health consequences, and in addition to ongoing expenses for medical treatment or rehabilitative therapy, you may also be losing wages from the time you are forced to take off work.
The motorcycle accident lawyers at The Fass Law Firm are here to help you recover the financial compensation you deserve for your medical expenses and pain and suffering. You should not have to be financially responsible for another person’s negligence after you were involved in a motorcycle accident. The Fass Law Firm will defend your rights and help make the legal process easy for you. To learn more about the legal options in your case, contact us today at (713) 697-5100 or online for a free legal consultation.
Do I Need a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?
Some motorcycle accident victims rely on their auto and health insurance for financial assistance for the costs of their accident. Even if your insurance cooperates with you, and you have a generous plan, you are likely to face many expenses as you recover from a crash that was not your fault. It’s smart to try to recover any compensation from the responsible party, but the legal process can be long and complicated for people who are not familiar with the laws surrounding motorcycle accident liability.
A skilled lawyer will help you recover as much compensation as possible with little effort from you. They will have a thorough knowledge of all related laws, experience fighting cases just like yours, and connections to people who can strengthen your case. Simply put, having a lawyer on your side will increase your chances of receiving the full amount of financial compensation you are entitled to after a motorcycle accident.
Why Choose The Fass Law Firm to Handle My Case?
The Fass Law Firm understands the degree of physical, emotional, and financial suffering a motorcycle accident victim can go through. After suffering a severe injury, trying to support yourself and your family while you recover from your injuries can be difficult, especially along with the other stressors a motorcycle accident can bring.
The lawyers at The Fass Law Firm are dedicated to helping motorcycle accident victims relieve the financial strain of an accident that they didn’t cause. We believe that the negligent driver(s) who caused your accident should be held accountable for their mistakes so that you don’t have to shoulder any more of the burden than you already are.
Our relationship with our clients is important, and we treat them with the care and respect they deserve while fiercely fighting for their rights in court. We’re proud of the trust our clients continue to place in us, and we’re confident in our success with your case — which is why you don’t pay us anything unless we win. We want to work on your behalf while you can rest and focus on the most important thing: your recovery.
Cases We Handle
Our firm represents clients in single-rider accidents, multi-vehicle accidents, and riders in those accidents that are caused by mechanical defects. Unfortunately, the injuries that motorcyclists sustain can be devastating and, sometimes, fatal. In those instances, we represent the deceased’s loved one or next of kin.
Common injuries from motorcycle accidents include the following:
Traumatic brain injuries, including concussions
- Spinal cord injuries
- Head and neck injuries
- Broken bones
- Lacerations or bruises
- Paralysis
- Friction burns or “road rash”
- Dismemberment or amputation
- Wrongful death
Contact The Fass Law Firm at (713) 697-5100 to discuss your case in a free consultation.
Motorcycle Accident Statistics
Given motorcycles’ lack of safety features in comparison with other vehicles, motorcyclists are always at higher risk of injury. Statistics about motorcycle crashes reveal the following:
- In 2017, there were 501 motorcyclists who were killed as a result of a crash with another vehicle.
- Harris County had the highest volume of traffic accidents of any county in Texas in 2017.
- Texas is the sixth most popular state in terms of motorcycle use, with almost 400,000 registered motorcycles.
- Motorcyclists fatalities occurred 28 times more often than deaths in other vehicle accidents.
- Riders over the age of 40 are most likely to be involved in a motorcycle accident.
If you find yourself part of these statistics, reach out to a lawyer at The Fass Law Firm to find out whether you are eligible for financial compensation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Motorcycle Accidents
Following are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions regarding motorcycle accidents. For answers specific to your case, call The Fass Law Firm at (713) 697-5100 today to discuss your case in a free, confidential consultation.
- Distracted driving (texting, phone calls, eating, applying makeup, etc.)
- Aggressive driving
- Speeding
- Failure to adjust to road conditions (construction zones, inclement weather, etc.)
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Failure to check blind spots
- Running red lights or stop signs
- Passing too closely
- Road/highway structural problems
These mistakes can be tragic or even fatal to motorcyclists. Everyone on the road has a responsibility to other drivers to drive respectfully and observantly. But when negligence harms another person or takes a life, the negligent party should be held accountable for their actions.
Establishing liability is the most challenging part of the legal process, and it’s why having a good lawyer from The Fass Law Firm on your side can be so beneficial to the outcome of your case. Especially when attempting to prove comparative liability, it’s essential to have a thorough knowledge of all the liability laws. Depending on the details of your accident, other parties can also be liable for your injury.
For example, a construction company who made roads unsafe can be responsible; a commercial driver’s employer can be liable if they knew that person was not a safe driver; a car manufacturer can be liable for producing a vehicle with a defect that caused an accident. With all these moving parts, it’s critical to have a skilled lawyer helping you fight for your rights.
- Call the police. Right after your accident, have the police come to the scene and give them a report of the incident. This information will be invaluable as your case unfolds.
- See a doctor. Immediately after your accident and even if you don’t believe your injuries are severe, get medical to make sure they are not indicative of something serious. Your medical records will be an important factor in your case.
- Collect evidence. Keep any broken motorcycle parts, take photos, and talk to witnesses.
- Call your lawyer. Give The Fass Law Firm a call to determine the best course of action before speaking to any insurance company.
With this information, your lawyers at The Fass Law Firm will be able to set up a strong case that increases your chance for maximum compensation.
Contact The Fass Law Firm
You should not have to be financially responsible for an accident which was not your fault. The lawyers from The Fass Law Firm are here to help fight for your rights and recover the financial compensation that you are entitled. We know after a motorcycle accident that medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering can be overwhelming. Our dedicated team of Texas motorcycle accident lawyers has the knowledge and experience to put together a strong case that boosts your chances of receiving full compensation.
With The Fass Law Firm on your side, you’ll be able to concentrate on your recovery while we deal with the negligent party’s insurance company and work to get the money you deserve. To discuss your case in greater detail, contact us at (713) 697-5100 or reach out to us online today for a free consultation.
