Katy Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Texas is a fault state for vehicle accidents. Simply put, that means that whoever caused the accident is responsible for certain bills and other losses that a victim suffers. The driver who caused the accident likely breached the duty of care expected of Texas drivers—to drive safely, follow the law, and avoid preventable motorcycle crashes. Such a breach constitutes negligence, and negligent parties bear financial responsibility under Texas law for the damage that their actions directly cause. While breaking the law can determine negligence, any careless action resulting in an accident can make someone liable. Additionally, if bad mechanical work or a manufacturer's faulty auto parts contributed to an accident, those parties can also be held liable for your injuries under Texas law.

If you already approached the at-fault party's insurance company but they rejected your claim or are taking too long to provide payment to you, it's wise to contact an attorney for help. Unfortunately, insurance companies don't always play fair. They want to avoid approving claims so they can avoid paying victims. Make no mistake: these companies are in the business of making money. An insurance adjuster will arrive to evaluate your damages but may not come up with a number that adequately compensates you for your losses. They may deny your claim by arguing that you're responsible for the accident, even if you aren't. Insurance companies often make these claims a long, tedious, drawn-out process on purpose to discourage you from pursuing the money you deserve. Your calls may go unanswered, or the company may ask for more information after it's had the claim for months already. Why? Because these companies use 'deferring' as a strategy to make you go away and give up. Insurance companies also use a strategy called 'lowballing,' which involves settling fairly promptly - but for a monetary amount far less than the true value of your claim. Don't fall prey to this. If you have a lawyer on your side, the story changes. Lawyers can skillfully negotiate. They can counter all the misinformation, delay tactics, and tricks that insurance companies use. An experienced Houston motorcycle accident attorney can get insurance companies to release the check or offer additional compensation.

If you're thrown from your motorcycle or otherwise severely injured, you may have no memory of the accident—just of waking up in an emergency room or hospital. If obtaining compensation for damages requires knowing who was at fault, what can you do? Texas law requires reporting of accidents resulting in injury, death, or property damage sufficient that the vehicle isn't safe to drive. A crash report provides law enforcement's assessment of what occurred, the circumstances, and who seems liable for the accident. The crash report should contain information about the other driver and any eyewitnesses, and the emergency department or hospital you arrived at should have some information about what occurred. In fact, your wounds or other damage can serve forensically to identify what happened. If all this fails or is insufficient (or if you have additional questions), our Texas motorcycle accident lawyers often work with professional investigative teams. Investigative teams can examine the scene (skid marks, impact traces, etc.), search for surveillance footage, and outsource experts to help them determine the causes of an accident.

Motorcycle accident victims often feel pain, trauma, and even amnesia in the aftermath of a crash. Therefore, it's a good idea to know the protocol for what to do if you're injured in a motorcycle accident in Katy. Move to a safe area if you are able. Don't run the risk of another vehicle hitting you if you're in traffic. Call 911. If emergency responders recommend that you take an ambulance to a hospital, go with them without question. If emergency responders feel that your injuries don't require emergency department treatment, stay on the scene until law enforcement arrives. When law enforcement talks to you about the accident, if you notice anything relevant about the accident (such as evidence that the other driver was drinking or texting while driving), tell the officer. Stick to the facts, however, and don't provide opinions, apologize, or inadvertently admit responsibility for the crash. Get a copy of the crash report if available, or find out how to obtain one later. You can usually get one by mail, online, or in person at the police station. Exchange information with all drivers (like e-mail, phone numbers, and insurance information). Take pictures of the scene and all vehicles. If you have a smartphone, use it. Get the contact information of any eyewitnesses. Go to a doctor as soon as you can (if you don't receive emergency treatment immediately after the accident). Never neglect this step. Only a doctor can thoroughly examine and diagnose injuries following a motorcycle accident. Deadly serious injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries and cracked ribs, may not show immediate signs. Follow any treatment recommendations and keep all records of your treatment. Call a Texas motorcycle accident attorney to discuss how you can obtain compensation.

When a motorcycle collision injures you in Texas, you may be able to get money from the liable party. You may have the right to seek damage compensation in the following categories: Medical bills, including the cost of doctor's office visits, emergency transport, emergency room treatment, surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitative therapy, prescriptions, retrofitting your home to accommodate your injury, assistive devices, and more. Lost income from work, if the accident or treatment caused you to need time off from work, you can be compensated for your lost wages. Pain and suffering; your stress, trauma, and emotional pain and suffering are just as valid as your physical injuries after a motorcycle wreck. You can pursue this compensation in two ways: You can approach the at-fault party's insurance company, or you can bring a lawsuit in civil court with the help of a Texas motorcycle accident lawyer.

First off, the initial meeting to discuss your accident is always free with us. A lawyer needs to know what occurred and what injuries you sustained before they can tell you if you have a case. Second, our motorcycle accident attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. Their payment doesn't come from your checkbook or wallet but from a percentage of the settlement you receive instead. Never let financial anxiety prevent you from teaming up with an attorney and pursuing justice. We believe everyone deserves access to the legal help they need, and we've made it our mission to provide it.

If your loved one died in a Katy motorcycle accident, your grief and loss may seem overwhelming. You shouldn't have to struggle financially while in mourning. Fortunately, Texas law recognizes that there are financial, as well as emotional, ramifications of losing a loved one. The law allows certain family members to bring a wrongful death lawsuit if a motorcycle accident occurs, for which the decedent could have filed a Katy motorcycle accident claim had they lived. Eligible family members are: Surviving spouses, Children (including adopted children and adult children), Parents (including adoptive parents). If none of these folks take steps to file a wrongful death lawsuit, then the executor or personal representative of the decedent's estate may file the claim. Wrongful death suit filings often seek damages in the following categories: Funeral and burial costs, Emotional and mental pain, suffering, and anguish, Lost love and companionship, Lost services, care, maintenance, support, and counsel formerly supplied by the decedent, Lost income and financial support formerly supplied by the decedent, Lost inheritance value if a longer life would have resulted in a larger estate.