Motorcycle Accidents

Alabama Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Your Injury Claim Law Firm

Time and again after motorcycle accidents, drivers of cars or trucks that were involved say that they “didn’t see” the motorcycle. However, motorcycle accidents occur for many other reasons as well. One client of the law offices of Lewis & McAtee, P.C., was seriously injured after a dog ran in front of her motorcycle – a happenstance that would be much less likely to cause such serious injury to a driver of a car or truck.

Risky but Legal

Simply put, motorcycles are an exciting and versatile, but risky, mode of transportation. However, their presence on our streets and highways is legal, and the legal rights of motorcyclists are defensible as are those of other motorists.

Do Helmet Laws Always Protect?

Many states implement special laws designed to enhance the safety of motorcyclists. However, negligence still occurs. In Alabama, motorcyclists are required to wear helmets. Dealers are not supposed to sell motorcycles or helmets unless the products meet certain safety regulations – but sometimes they do. Accessories or modifications—legal but unwise — (such as lowering kits for Harley Davidsons) have been shown to increase instability and contribute to dangerous accidents.

Countering Motorcycle Prejudice

Our motorcycle accident attorneys have helped motorcyclists obtain compensation following serious accidents despite the significant prejudice that exists against motorcyclists among the public, insurance claims adjusters, and juries. We are prepared to defend the right to financial justice for motorcyclists who are injured after cars pull out in front of motorbikes, or when roadways are in dangerous conditions.

After Your Traumatic Injury, We Can Help

To explore ways to pursue recovery of monetary damages after your traumatic motorcycle injury – broken bone, road burn, head injury, loss of eyes or limbs – contact us to request a free initial consultation.