If you’re in an accident with someone who doesn’t have the state minimums for insurance and they are liable for your injury, then it may be a challenge to recover all of the compensation that you are entitled to. Whether the other party lacks insurance or is underinsured, your best course of action is to contact an experienced motorcycle accident for a free case evaluation to see how they can help.
If you are in a motorcycle accident and you do not have insurance/enough insurance, you can still receive compensation. You can receive compensation for lost wages, medical bills, and the like. However, you cannot receive compensation for pain and suffering as well as other forms of non-economic compensation.
Moreover, if there is a certain amount of injuries and property loss, then your accident will be reported to the DMV, regardless of which party was liable for the accident. So, the DMV will know you didn’t have insurance, potentially leading to penalties which could include fines or even impounding your vehicle.
Always maintain at least the state minimums for insurance.
If you’re in an accident where another party may be at fault, it is in your best interest to schedule a free case evaluation with motorcycle accident lawyer Belal Hamideh. Do so through our site or by calling.
Reasons to Contact a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer After Your Accident
Every active motorist in California is obligated to have an active insurance policy, with no exceptions. If another party has injured you during an accident and they lack proper insurance or are underinsured, Belal Hamideh, a seasoned uninsured motorist accident lawyer, is here to assist you.
Throughout the years, Belal and his dedicated team have successfully assisted many victims who might be in the same situation as you are right now. In a free, obligation-free consultation, Belal provides his expert opinion on the potential worth of your claim and outlines how he can support your fight for optimum compensation.
What are the Compulsory Insurance Requirements for California Motorists?
As per the California Department of Motor Vehicles, the lowest liability insurance stipulations are:
- $15,000 for harm/fatality to one individual.
- $30,000 for harm/fatality to more than one individual.
- $5,000 for destruction of property.
Additionally, it is mandatory for all motorists to carry evidence of their insurance policy in their motorcycles at all times.
If you become a victim of an accident where the offending motorist is devoid of this insurance, Belal is ready to extend his professional help. In some scenarios, the driver responsible for your accident may be “underinsured,” meaning they lack sufficient insurance to cover the damages they’ve instigated. In both instances, seeking a free case evaluation from Belal is the most sensible course of action.
What are the necessary steps if an uninsured motorist is involved in my accident?
Your immediate reaction after a motorcycle accident should be to prioritize your safety. Remove yourself from the danger zone without putting yourself or anyone else in jeopardy. Ascertain the gravity of your injuries and those of others in your vehicle, as much as possible.
Contact 911. Obtaining an official police report is crucial for any eventual legal proceedings.
Seek professional medical help. Though we hope you haven’t sustained any severe injuries, sometimes internal injuries could manifest over time. It’s always recommended to get a medical check-up immediately after the accident to initiate timely, effective medical treatment if required.
Collect contact information of all parties involved without accepting any fault. Note down their names, addresses, contact details, and ask about their insurance status. If they lack an insurance policy, note that too.
Inform your insurance company. Provide them with a truthful account of what transpired without exaggeration.
Once the above steps are complete, contact Belal Hamideh for an obligation-free case analysis.
<Document>What Compensation Can I Receive for an Uninsured Motorcyclist Accident in California?
In an incident involving an uninsured motorcyclist in California, you are entitled to economic as well as non-economic compensation.
Economic compensation encompasses the financial burdens you might be facing as a result of the accident. These include medical bills, treatments, medication, rehabilitation, and more. Additionally, it incorporates any lost income due to your inability to work, or even potential earnings lost due to the injury.
Non-economic compensation, conversely, covers intangible damages. This includes everything you’ve had to endure, your pain, suffering, loss of quality of life, loss of enjoyment in hobbies, loss of consortium, and more.
During your initial free case evaluation, Belal will provide an estimate of your case’s worth. Then, he and his team will commit every effort to ensure you receive the compensation you rightfully deserve.
How Can I Safeguard Myself From an Uninsured Motorcyclist Accident in California?
While on the road, despite employing every precaution to ensure safe and defensive driving, the risk of an accident with an uninsured motorcyclist persists. However, there are steps you can take to secure your finances in case you are hit by an uninsured motorcyclist. Opting for uninsured motorcyclist insurance beforehand places you in a better position to claim the full compensation you deserve should you be involved in an accident with a driver who is underinsured or not insured at all.
How Belal Hamideh Can Assist in California
Belal and his team have consistently provided assistance through cases involving uninsured or underinsured motorcyclists. Over time, we have helped our clients receive maximum compensation. We accomplish this in part by representing you aggressively with a legal strategy specifically tailored to your needs.
For instance, when you consult with Belal regarding your case, he will guide you on whether it’s more beneficial to pursue your insurance company in arbitration or to initiate a case against the driver or both.
Throughout your case, Belal ensures constant communication based on your preference. That way, you are always informed about your case’s progress. We’ve observed that an informed client can make better decisions for their needs.
Belal and his team operate on a contingency basis. This means that our fee comes out of your eventual settlement and we only get paid if we win your case, mitigating any out-of-pocket expenses for you. We have a 99% success rate, and we can bring that experience to your case.
Experienced Uninsured Motorcyclist Accident Attorney in California
Any motorcycle accident can be daunting, but one involving an uninsured motorcyclist can be even more so. If the other rider lacks the required insurance, that doesn’t necessarily mean that you will receive less compensation than you deserve. Through aggressive negotiations, Belal can ensure you receive full compensation for all you’ve endured.
For a free case evaluation with an experienced uninsured motorcyclist accident attorney in California, fill out the contact form on our site or give us a call.
California Motorcycle Laws
These laws may pertain to your situation. If you have further questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to Belal.
2009 California Vehicle Code – Section 27800-27803 :: Article 7. Motorcycles
VEHICLE CODE
SECTION 27800-27803
- It is unlawful for a driver of a motorcycle or a motorized
bicycle to carry any other person thereon, except on a seat securely
fastened to the machine at the rear of the driver and provided with
footrests, or in a sidecar attached to a motorcycle and designed for
the purpose of carrying a passenger. Every passenger on a motorcycle
or a motorized bicycle shall keep his feet on the footrests while
such vehicle is in motion.
- A person shall not drive a two-wheel motorcycle that is
equipped with either of the following:
(a) A seat so positioned that the driver, when sitting astride the
seat, cannot reach the ground with his or her feet.
(b) Handlebars so positioned that the hands of the driver, when
upon the grips, are more than six inches above his or her shoulder
height when sitting astride the seat.
- (a) The department may adopt reasonable regulations
establishing specifications and standards for safety helmets offered
for sale, or sold, for use by drivers and passengers of motorcycles
and motorized bicycles as it determines are necessary for the safety
of those drivers and passengers. The regulations shall include, but
are not limited to, the requirements imposed by Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 218 (49 C.F.R. Sec. 571.218) and may include
compliance with that federal standard by incorporation of its
requirements by reference. Each helmet sold or offered for sale for
use by drivers and passengers of motorcycles and motorized bicycles
shall be conspicuously labeled in accordance with the federal
standard which shall constitute the manufacturer’s certification that
the helmet conforms to the applicable federal motor vehicle safety
standards.
(b) No person shall sell, or offer for sale, for use by a driver
or passenger of a motorcycle or motorized bicycle any safety helmet
which is not of a type meeting requirements established by the
department.
- (a) A driver and any passenger shall wear a safety helmet
meeting requirements established pursuant to Section 27802 when
riding on a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized bicycle.
(b) It is unlawful to operate a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or
motorized bicycle if the driver or any passenger is not wearing a
safety helmet as required by subdivision (a).
(c) It is unlawful to ride as a passenger on a motorcycle,
motor-driven cycles, or motorized bicycle if the driver or any
passenger is not wearing a safety helmet as required by subdivision
(a).
(d) This section applies to persons who are riding on motorcycles,
motor-driven cycles, or motorized bicycles operated on the highways.
(e) For the purposes of this section, “wear a safety helmet” or
“wearing a safety helmet” means having a safety helmet meeting the
requirements of Section 27802 on the person’s head that is fastened
with the helmet straps and that is of a size that fits the wearing
person’s head securely without excessive lateral or vertical
movement.
(f) This section does not apply to a person operating, or riding
as a passenger in, a fully enclosed three-wheeled motor vehicle that
is not less than seven feet in length and not less than four feet in
width, and has an unladen weight of 900 pounds or more, if the
vehicle meets or exceeds all of the requirements of this code, the
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, and the rules and regulations
adopted by the United States Department of Transportation and the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
(g) In enacting this section, it is the intent of the Legislature
to ensure that all persons are provided with an additional safety
benefit while operating or riding a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle,
or motorized bicycle.
2023 California Code
Vehicle Code – VEH
DIVISION 12 – EQUIPMENT OF VEHICLES
CHAPTER 5 – Other Equipment
ARTICLE 7 – Motorcycles
Section 27803.
- (a) A driver and any passenger shall wear a safety helmet meeting requirements established pursuant to Section 27802 when riding on a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized bicycle.
(b) It is unlawful to operate a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized bicycle if the driver or any passenger is not wearing a safety helmet as required by subdivision (a).
(c) It is unlawful to ride as a passenger on a motorcycle, motor-driven cycles, or motorized bicycle if the driver or any passenger is not wearing a safety helmet as required by subdivision (a).
(d) This section applies to persons who are riding on motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, or motorized bicycles operated on the highways.
(e) For the purposes of this section, “wear a safety helmet” or “wearing a safety helmet” means having a safety helmet meeting the requirements of Section 27802 on the person’s head that is fastened with the helmet straps and that is of a size that fits the wearing person’s head securely without excessive lateral or vertical movement.
(f) This section does not apply to a person operating, or riding as a passenger in, a fully enclosed three-wheeled motor vehicle that is not less than seven feet in length and not less than four feet in width, and has an unladen weight of 900 pounds or more, if the vehicle meets or exceeds all of the requirements of this code, the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, and the rules and regulations adopted by the United States Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
(g) In enacting this section, it is the intent of the Legislature to ensure that all persons are provided with an additional safety benefit while operating or riding a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, or motorized bicycle.
(Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 710, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 1998.)