Motorcycle Accident Checklist

admin — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:45:39 +0000

Riding motorcycles is an inherently more dangerous mode of transportation than driving in a motor vehicle. Unlike a car, there is nothing to protect a rider from the impact of a car, the concrete or a stationary object on the side of the road. Most bikers and motorcycle owners are aware of the dangers of riding a motorcycle ahead of time and prepare before each ride to make sure they are as safe as possible while on the road. For example, Arnold Schwarzenegger needed to receive nearly 15 stitches to his lip after hitting a car that backed out in front of him just a few years after nursing a few broken ribs from a motorcycle accident. What many bikers don’t do, is prepare themselves for what to do IF they are involved in a Motorcycle accident. The following is going to explain what you should do if you are involved in a motorcycle crash.

First:

Make sure everyone at the scene is alright and or receiving the necessary medical attention. This includes you. If you are severely injured, it may be up to other people at the scene to make sure you are receiving the proper medical attention. If possible, indicate to other motorists that there has been an accident and to slow down by using your hazard lights, road torches or warning triangles. Do not put yourself in danger and make sure you are in a safe location.

Second:

Call the police to report the accident and take in the accidents scene. Many times, whatever mental notes you have taken will be lost when the adrenaline of a motorcycle accident wears off. Write down all important information regarding the accident scene including:

Types of vehicles involved Color of vehicles involved Insurance information Names/numbers of other parties involved in accident Roadway conditions License plate numbers Accident Location Road Conditions Direction of Travel What all vehicles were doing at the time of the collision Use your phone camera or a regular camera and take pictures

Third:

When the police arrive, provide them with the necessary information so that they are able to assess the accident scene. Make sure you go to the hospital for a full checkup and make sure you get a copy of the police report (this may take up to two weeks for the police to make available to you). Make sure you take pictures of your bike!

Fourth:

Contact a lawyer. It is very important when dealing with big insurance companies, that you have a qualified lawyer on your side to negotiate the best financial settlement for you and your family. If you were severely injured in the motorcycle accident due to the negligence of the other driver or drivers, hiring a lawyer is in your best interest because this will effect you for the rest of your life.

Hopefully, you won’t have to put this information to use, but if you ride motorcycles, you need to know what to do if you are involved in an accident. Be smart while you are out there and Ride Safe.

By: Andrew Sarski

Car Accident Lawsuits

admin — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 13:34:20 +0000

Although over the years, safety aspects of cars and automobiles have improved tremendously, car accidents are still quite common in each and very country. Research data proves that any given person will be involved at least once in an automobile accident in his lifetime. If you have been unfortunate to be involved in a car accident, then you need the help of a personal injury lawyer.

A point to be noted is that not every car accident will lead to litigation. There may be accidents where no one gets injured or the injuries sustained are minor. In these accidents, it is always possible to resolve any problems by getting your claim for medical care and car damage directly from the driver’s insurance company. It is when there are serious injuries or the damage to property is too great that a lawsuit happens.

Car accidents can happen for many reasons. The most common cause is the driver’s error. However, distractions, driving while intoxicated, bad weather, vehicle defects, road conditions and road design can also contribute to car accidents.

If you happen to get into a car accident and the case goes for litigation, there will always be two cars involved. One would be your car and the other would belong to the person with whom you had the accident. Either you and / or the other person would claim that the accident was caused because of negligent driving on the part of the other driver. At times, the lawsuit can involve a passenger accompanying you who would claim injury on account of your negligent driving.

Car accident lawsuits can also be against a government agency for not maintaining or designing a roadway or intersection properly. You can also file a car accident lawsuit against the manufacturer of the car for not designing the car or a part properly which lead to the car accident.

Ultimately, your lawyer would be the best suited to advice you on the type of car accident lawsuit and it would be in your best interest to follow his or her advice.

By: Kum Martin

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