San Francisco Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

Frequently Asked Questions: Personal Injury Claims & Motorcycle Accidents

Should I wait and see what the insurance company says before hiring an attorney?
Insurance agencies often do not have your best interests in mind. Typically, they will do whatever it takes to not have to pay out a claim. If they do agree to a settlement they will most likely look to pay the lowest amount possible for your claim. When a motorcycle accident occurs it is always critical to contact an attorney immediately so that an investigation can begin before evidence that can help support your claim is lost or destroyed.

What is a personal injury claim?
A personal injury claim may be filed by an attorney when someone is injured or killed due to someone else’s negligence. A personal injury claim is submitted to the insurance company by an attorney for monetary compensation to cover all current and future medical costs, lost wages and pain and suffering. Compensation may be obtained for property damage as well.

Can I still file a claim even if I was not wearing proper protective gear or a helmet?
Yes. Even if you sustained serious head trauma or a brain injury due and you were not wearing protective gear, you may still have a legitimate claim. However, the monetary damages that you may be awarded may be substantially less, in some cases.

Will I have to go to court?
If a settlement can be negotiated then it is very likely that you will not have to set foot in court. Please contact a San Francisco motorcycle accident lawyer at our firm today to find out whether or not we can file a personal injury claim on your behalf.

How much will my claim be worth?
The amount of monetary compensation that we will look to obtain will be based on the circumstances of the accident, including what type of injuries a person suffered, whether or not the victim died due to their injuries, and the involvement of the responsible party. Was it criminal negligence? Was it reckless endangerment? Those factors are all looked at when determining the amount of compensation.

Do you have questions about a motorcycle accident and filing a claim? Contact us today!