Motorcyclists of all experience levels must acknowledge the risks they face on the road. While many motorcyclists are cautious, experienced, and use high-quality safety gear, the reality is that a motorcycle does not provide any physical protection in a crash, and accidents involving motorcycles have a high chance of causing devastating injuries. If you have experienced such an incident, a Prescott motorcycle accident lawyer is the ideal resource to consult.
The Kaiser Law Group offers responsive and results-driven legal representation for motorcycle accident claims and all other types of vehicle accident claims for clients in Prescott and surrounding communities. Our firm has successfully helped many past clients navigate the complex legal proceedings that often follow motorcycle accidents, helping them secure the compensation they need to fully recover.
When you choose our firm to represent you in an accident case, you can rest assured that we can assist you in navigating the insurance claim filing process so you can obtain a fair settlement. If a personal injury suit is necessary for your recovery, trust our team to build a compelling case that aims for maximum compensation for your damages. Whatever your case entails, we are ready to provide the unwavering support you need to approach the situation with confidence.
The state upholds the fault rule for all motor vehicle accident cases, meaning it will be necessary for you to prove fault for your recent accident before you can recover any compensation for the damages you sustained. Motorcycle accidents can happen the same way that all other vehicle accidents happen, but motorcyclists are more vulnerable in certain situations due to the smaller size of their vehicles and lack of physical protection.
Most of the vehicle accidents reported in the Prescott area happen because of driver negligence. The term “negligence” applies to any situation in which a party fails to act with reasonable care or fails to meet a specific duty of care. Common examples of negligent causes of motorcycle accidents in Prescott include distracted driving, speeding, and moving violations. It is also possible for accidents to happen because of illegal misconduct like intoxicated driving.
Your Prescott motorcycle accident lawyer can help you gather the evidence needed to prove exactly how your recent motorcycle accident happened. This evidence could include traffic camera recordings, vehicle computer data, cell phone records, and testimony from witnesses who saw the accident happen. Once you have identified the party responsible for causing the accident, you can claim compensation for your damages through their auto insurance policy.
Every driver in the state must have personal auto insurance that meets the state’s minimum coverage requirements for bodily injury liability and property damage liability. It’s possible for a driver to purchase additional coverage at a higher premium cost, and this can potentially provide a greater safety net in the event of an accident. However, dealing with insurance companies can be challenging, and it is possible for an at-fault driver to not have insurance at all.
If you have proven fault for your recent motorcycle accident and the at-fault driver has appropriate insurance coverage, you can file a claim against their policy to seek compensation for your damages. Your Prescott motorcycle accident attorney can help you compile the documentation you will need to send to the insurance company, and you will be prepared to face any disputes raised against your claim with your attorney’s help.
You should always expect an insurance company to look for ways to deny your claim or justify the lowest possible settlement offer. Insurance company representatives are trained to look for reasons to deny coverage whenever they can, and some will even engage in bad-faith tactics in their efforts to do so. However, they are less likely to attempt any unethical handling of your case if you have legal representation.
Insurance may not fully cover your damages, so you will need to prepare a personal injury claim against the driver who caused your accident. The objective of a personal injury claim is to prove that a defendant is responsible for causing the damages cited in the claim and for the plaintiff to recover compensation for those damages. Motorcycle accidents tend to cause severe damages, so it’s possible your claim could be worth more than you initially expected.
In Arizona, an injured plaintiff has the right to seek compensation for the economic damages the defendant caused, such as property losses, medical expenses, and lost wages, if they are unable to work due to their injuries. The plaintiff also has the right to seek compensation for projected future damages, such as their lost earning capacity, if their injuries have left them unable to work and earn income.
Additionally, a plaintiff may claim pain and suffering compensation from the at-fault driver. This is meant to compensate the victim for the physical pain and emotional suffering they experienced from the accident. Nothing limits this aspect of recovery in most personal injury claims, nor is there a required formula a plaintiff must use to determine how much pain and suffering compensation they can seek from a defendant.
The right attorney can make a tremendous positive difference in the outcome of your impending recovery efforts. The team at The Kaiser Law Group approaches every accident case we accept with the goal of helping our clients recover maximum compensation for their damages in the shortest possible timeframe. Trust our team to look for all the various channels of compensation that may be available to you in your efforts to recover.
Our firm accepts accident claims on a contingency fee basis, so your fee will only be a percentage of the total compensation we recover for you, and you only pay this fee if and when we win your case. You have a limited time in which to pursue your recovery, so contact The Kaiser Law Group today to schedule your free consultation with a trustworthy Prescott motorcycle accident attorney.