Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Attorney

California Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

For the ninth year in a row, motorcycle accidents and fatalities increased across the nation from 2005 to 2006*, proving the roads are even more dangerous for motorcycle riders these days than ever before. In California during that time, motorcycle accident fatalities increased by nearly eight percent. Over the past five years, the increase in motorcycle accident fatalities in the U.S. is staggering—from 2002 to 2006, fatalities increased by 47 percent.

Unfortunately, the perception associated with percentages like this is that motorcycle drivers are reckless and dangerous on the road. However, it is often the case in Southern California motorcycle accidents that passenger vehicle drivers and others on the road cause accidents because of negligence, failing to look before switching lanes, or seeing a motorcyclist too late to avoid a collision.

Not only do motorcyclists have to battle negative perceptions, their only protection in an accident is a thin layer of leather, jeans, boots, and a helmet. When a vehicle collides with a motorcycle on the highway, bodies are thrown onto the asphalt at 60 miles per hour or more, almost guaranteeing severe injuries, major surgeries, medical bills and prescriptions, months of rehabilitation, and the burden of recovering from the motorcycle accident mentally and emotionally.

The Southern California motorcycle accident injury lawyers at Steinberg & Spencer will fight for the compensation accident victims deserve to cover the costs of their injuries, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We have successfully represented motorcycle accident victims throughout California, including Santa Monica, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Palm Springs, Riverside, San Diego, and Ventura.

Steinberg & Spencer can help!

It is important to remember that California motorcycle accident victims have the same rights after an accident as someone in an auto accident. It can often be difficult to defend those rights because of the negative perception of motorcyclists, but the California motorcycle accident lawyers at Steinberg & Spencer have experience in and out of the court room defending those victims' rights and securing compensation for their loved ones.

Be Prepared and Protect Yourself

There are several things California motorcycle accident victims can do after an accident to protect their rights. Beware of insurance adjusters who can make the aftermath of an accident complicated for victims. Use the following tips to protect yourself and your rights after being injured in a Southern California motorcycle accident.

Don't sign anything from an insurance adjuster without first talking to the experienced motorcycle accident attorneys at Steinberg & Spencer. You may be signing away rights to future compensation. The insurance adjusters are sharp and may ask incriminating or leading questions that could damage your claim in the future.

See your doctor immediately and do not let an insurance adjuster choose a doctor for you. You have the right to a physician of your choice. Don't delay in seeing a doctor, and keep records of all treatment received, medications prescribed, and medical recommendations given by the physician.

Call your insurance company right away. Any delay could hurt your case down the road.

Record everything after the accident from how you felt and what prescriptions you took to how painful it was just to lean over to tie your shoelaces. Documents such as these can help guard against insurance adjusters who may try to say months down the line that you're exaggerating the pain.

Call Steinberg & Spencer.

The Los Angeles and Southern California motorcycle accident injury lawyers at Steinberg & Spencer have experience and fortitude, and can help guide you through the complicated legal process of moving forward after an accident. If you've been injured in a California motorcycle accident, contact us today.

*Statistics taken from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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When an injury changes your life, you need help. Contact a Southern California personal injury lawyer at Steinberg & Spencer today. We have successfully represented clients throughout California, including Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Orange, Riverside, San Diego, and Ventura counties. Complete a Free Online Consultation Form or call us toll free at (866) 250-8942 today.