Have you recently been in a motorcycle accident and aren’t sure what to do next? Are you trying to go about your days yet feel like there’s something that you’re forgetting, something you should do but aren’t? Nothing in life can prepare you for having been in a motorcycle accident or, really, any kind of vehicular accident. Belal Hamideh, a California motorcycle accident lawyer in Torrance, can help motorcyclists who were injured in accidents as well as those who were injured in accidents involving motorcycles.
The Motorcyclist Isn’t Usually at Fault
One of the more common reasons that motorcyclists don’t reach out to an attorney after an accident is some version of: “Well, I ride a motorcycle and I just figured that most people are going to assume the accident was my fault.” Actually, the reverse is true.
In most accident cases involving a motorcycle, the motorcyclist isn’t at fault. As such, if you were on your motorcycle when you were injured in an accident, it’s worth reaching out to an experienced attorney to see what caliber of case you may have.
A lawsuit can be filed against the party responsible for causing a motorcycle accident. However, filing a suit is only the initial step. Successfully pursuing a case requires demonstrating that the other party’s negligence led to the accident and caused the resulting damages.
What Has to Be Proven in a Motorcycle Accident Case
First, it must be shown that the defendant owed a “duty of care,” which is their responsibility to operate their vehicle in a safe and reasonable manner. Next, it must be proven that the defendant breached this duty, either by their actions or failure to act.
The third element involves connecting this breach to the accident, showing it directly caused the incident. Finally, evidence must confirm that the accident resulted in measurable damages, such as injuries or financial losses. We have a track record of proving each of these elements effectively.
Get Medical Help After Any Motorcycle Accident
Hopefully, in the event that you’re involved in a motorcycle accident, you weren’t harmed. However, it’s entirely possible that you have suffered injuries and yet nothing “broke the skin,” nor are there other visible signs of physical injury on your body or the bodies of anyone involved in the accident. Even if that is the case, seek medical help anyway. Why? Because it’s entirely possible that you or others involved in the accident suffered internal injuries which you may not be aware of due to shock, adrenaline, and other factors.
How to Best Minimize the Risk of Motorcycle Accidents
No matter how conscientious a motorcyclist you are, your level of experience or how careful you are on the roads, you cannot eliminate the possibility of injury. That said, there are some steps you can take to reduce the possibility of a serious injury. Practice “defensive riding” whenever possible. The more you know about your motorcycle and how it operates, the better you’ll be. On that subject, depending on your model, an overreliance on your rear brakes can put you at greater risk of injury. So, you don’t want them to be the only thing keeping you from being harmed.
I Didn’t Wear a Helmet During the Crash – Can I Still Have a Case?
Motorcycle riders are required to wear helmets under California law, regardless of whether they are drivers or passengers. If a rider is involved in an accident without a helmet, they might be held partially accountable for their injuries. However, California’s comparative negligence system allows injured parties to recover damages even if they share some fault.
This means it’s still possible to pursue compensation for injuries, pain, and suffering, even without helmet use at the time of the accident. Attorneys experienced in motorcycle crash cases have assisted many clients in these circumstances.
A California Motorcycle Accident Injury Lawyer in Torrance Who Can Help
Following a motorcycle accident, riders should prioritize safety and medical attention, ensuring they are out of harm’s way and documenting injuries and the accident scene.
Contacting the police to file a report and gathering essential details from involved parties are crucial steps for building a strong case. It’s equally important to avoid making statements that could imply fault. Once you’ve done all of that, it’s worth it to contact an experienced attorney.
Over the years, California motorcycle accident injury lawyer in Torrance, Belal Hamideh has helped so many who were injured in accidents involving motorcycles. To that end, we can help you to recover economic as well as non-economic damages. The latter include compensation for pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and so forth.
The former are damages related to injuries that are a direct result of your accident, such as medical bills, rehabilitation, doctor visits, and so forth. During a free case evaluation, we can let you know what your case is worth and how we can help to make that come to pass. Schedule it by calling us or messaging us through our site.