Hazleton Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
Motorcyclists are among the most vulnerable users of the road. Motorcyclists lack the protective shell of an automobile body but can achieve speeds in excess of many cars. Combine that with inattentive motorists, and you have a recipe for some of the most devastating accidents on the roads.
Months, even years of rehabilitation can follow a motorcycle crash, as can permanent disability. What should you do when you're injured and cannot work and your medical bills keep mounting?
The Hazleton motorcycle accident attorneys at Munley, Munley & Cartwright have years of experience in fighting for the rights of motorcyclists harmed by negligent drivers. Call our team at 1-800-318-LAW1 or contact us online to discuss your case.
Motorcyclists face numerous hazards on the road. They are endangered by poor roads; inattentive, fatigued or impaired drivers; poor visibility; and road designs that obstruct drivers’ vision. Other vehicles violating a motorcyclists’ right of way was the accident cause in two-thirds of multiple-vehicle crashes, and the predominant cause was drivers’ failure to see motorcycles, according to a benchmark study by the Traffic Safety Center of the University of Southern California.
Motorcycle accidents tend to result in severe injuries due to the fact that, by design, motorcycles are unable to provide much protection. A motorcyclist may be thrown to the ground or into traffic. Injuries include brain injury, road rash, fractures, breaks, dislocations, neck injury, back injury, nerve injury, paralysis, and spinal cord injury.
Other common injuries include broken leg and foot bones. Those body parts are especially vulnerable in a motorcycle wreck, and those injuries can be extremely costly to treat. An August 2008 federal study found that motorcyclists who had a single leg or foot injury incurred a median hospital charge of $20,745 -- and that jumped to $38,608 for cyclists with multiple lower-extremity injuries. When bikers had lower-extremity and other injuries, the median hospital charges climbed to $56,288.
That's why if you've been in a motorcycle crash caused by another motorist, you need skilled legal help on your side. You need Munley, Munley & Cartwright’s team of Hazleton motorcycle accident lawyers. We can help victims ensure that their rights and interests are protected.
Under Pennsylvania's laws, if you have been injured in a motorcycle accident that was caused by another person's carelessness or recklessness, you may be entitled to recover damages that include medical costs, property loss, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Your first priority should be to see a physician. Even minor injuries often develop into major health problems. Even if you do not have any broken bones, cuts or bruises, you may have sustained a connective-tissue injury, which could lead to long-term adverse effects if left untreated.
Next, you should consider legal advice. The at-fault party's insurance company is responsible for paying for all of your damages that were a result of the accident.
In motorcycle accidents, negligence is the failure of a vehicle operator to exercise due care which resulted in an accident, injury or death. Although it is difficult to prove negligence, the PA personal injury attorneys of Munley, Munley & Cartwright are experienced in proving it by preparing the proper documentation, interviewing witnesses and presenting a case that meets the criteria for negligence established by Pennsylvania law.
If the accident was caused by a motorcycle defect, you may also be eligible to receive damages from the manufacturer or supplier of the faulty part. If the person responsible for your injuries does not have insurance coverage, or their coverage does not sufficiently provide for your damages, you may be entitled to collect uninsured or underinsured benefits from your own insurance company.
Because of complex insurance rules and regulations, you and your family may feel confused and overwhelmed after a motorcycle accident—especially if you are going through extensive rehabilitation of your injuries. While the insurer may present what you think is an attractive settlement offer, it is in your best interests to contact a Hazleton motorcycle accident lawyer who will put your needs before the insurance company’s interests. It is always best to discuss your situation with a skilled injury lawyer before you decide to enter into discussions with an insurance representative.
The team of Hazleton motorcycle crash lawyers at Munley, Munley & Cartwright have years of experience in dealing with insurance companies and handling accident claims. We are familiar with all of the techniques that the insurance companies may use to influence you to settle quickly and for less compensation. Insurance companies have a team of investigators, adjustors, agents and legal help to protect them. As the accident victim, you need your own team of legal experts to protect you.
However, it is important that you act quickly and contact a Hazleton motorcycle wreck attorney with any questions or issues. Proving your case takes an investment of time, experience, and resources--advantages that only a qualified personal injury attorney can provide. At Munley, Munley & Cartwright, our goal is to provide exceptional legal services to our clients. We strive to achieve the highest standard of excellence for the protection of individual rights through team work and the use of our considerable resources and experience. Whether we're gathering evidence, giving advice, or talking with insurance companies, we are always your representative.
Call the Hazleton motorcycle accident lawyers of Munley, Munley & Cartwright today at 1-800-318-LAW1 or contact us online to discuss your case.
