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Fighting for Riders: Overcoming the Unfair Bias

Fighting for Riders: Overcoming the Unfair Bias

Motorcycle riders know the freedom of the open road, but they also know the dangers posed by negligent drivers. Too often, after an accident, the insurance company or the other driver will try to blame the victim, relying on the unfair stereotype of the "reckless biker."

At Scott Baron & Associates, we know the truth. We understand that the vast majority of motorcycle accidents are caused by car and truck drivers who simply failed to see what was right in front of them. We fight to make sure your voice is heard and the truth comes out.

The Devastating Consequences of Driver Negligence

The Devastating Consequences of Driver Negligence

Most motorcycle crashes are not accidents; they are the direct result of a driver's carelessness. We have the experience to investigate and prove negligence in all types of motorcycle wrecks, including those caused by:

  • Cars Making Left-Hand Turns: This is the single most common cause of serious motorcycle accidents, where a car turns directly into the path of an oncoming rider.

  • Unsafe Lane Changes: Drivers who fail to check their blind spots before merging or changing lanes.

  • Distracted Driving: Drivers who are texting, talking on the phone, or otherwise not paying attention to the road.

  • Following Too Closely: Rear-end collisions can be catastrophic for a motorcyclist.

  • "Dooring" Accidents: A driver or passenger opening their door into the path of an oncoming rider.

  • Dangerous Road Conditions: Potholes, loose gravel, or construction debris that pose a unique hazard to bikers.

Catastrophic Injuries Require Maximum Compensation

Catastrophic Injuries Require Maximum Compensation

Without the protection of a steel frame, airbags, and seatbelts, amotorcyclist's body absorbs the full force of a crash. This often results in life-altering, catastrophic injuries. We fight to secure the maximum possible compensation for the full, lifelong cost of these injuries, including:

  • Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), even when wearing a helmet

  • Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis

  • Severe Road Rash and Degloving Injuries

  • Multiple Bone Fractures (often requiring surgery and hardware)

  • Internal Organ Damage and Bleeding

  • Limb Amputations

How We Build a Winning Motorcycle Accident Claim

How We Build a Winning Motorcycle Accident Claim

To combat the insurance company's tactics, we build an ironclad case based on undeniable evidence. Our legal team will:

  • Conduct a thorough investigation of the crash scene.

  • Gather all police reports, photos, and video evidence.

  • Interview eyewitnesses to establish the other driver's fault.

  • Hire accident reconstruction experts to prove how the crash happened.

  • Work with your doctors and medical experts to create a detailed life-care plan that calculates the full, long-term cost of your injuries.

What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

If you are involved in a crash, your health is the only priority.

  1. Get to Safety: If you can, move out of the way of traffic. Do not attempt to move if you think you have a serious back or neck injury.

  2. Call 911 Immediately: Request both police and an ambulance. A police report is crucial evidence, and you must get a full medical evaluation.

  3. Do Not Argue Fault: Do not apologize or argue with the other driver. Provide your information and let the police and your lawyer handle the rest.

  4. Document Everything: If you are able, take photos of the vehicles, the scene, and your bike. Get contact information from witnesses.

  5. Preserve Your Gear: Keep your helmet, jacket, and any other damaged gear. They are important pieces of evidence.

  6. Contact a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: Before you speak to any insurance adjuster, call an attorney who understands motorcycle cases.

A Law Firm That Rides With You

A Law Firm That Rides with You

Don't let an insurance company bully you into accepting less than you deserve. Choose a law firm that respects riders and knows how to win these tough cases.

Contact Scott Baron & Associates for a free, no-obligation consultation. We'll listen to your story and explain how we can fight for you. You pay no fees unless we win your case. Call 1-866-WAS-HURT or fill out our online form today.

Personal Injury Lawyer Serving The New York Community For Three Decades

The law firm of Scott Baron & Associates, P.C., was founded in 1994 and has offices in Howard Beach, Queens County, & Yonkers, Westchester County.

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