Lexington Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Fighting For You
When a motorcycle is involved in a traffic collision, the impact on the motorcycle driver and passengers is almost always devastating. Regardless of how safely they operate their bike, motorcycle drivers and passengers put their lives at risk every time they ride. Drivers of other cars, motorcycles and trucks often create a more dangerous situation with distracted driving, excessive speed and failure to exercise the appropriate level of care.
At O’Brien Batten Kirtley & Coomer, PLLC, we have over 100 years of combined experience in personal injury and wrongful death cases, as well as medical negligence and nursing home negligence cases. We have pursued claims on behalf of injured victims throughout eastern Kentucky. We know what it takes to thoroughly prepare and try a case involving motorcycle injuries so that our clients get the just result they deserve. Not only do our clients need compensation to address their financial needs, but they often also want to make sure that the same type of event doesn’t occur in the future to someone else.
Success In Pursuing Justice
If you have lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident or if you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you need an experienced team of attorneys on your side. The injuries experienced in motorcycle accidents are often catastrophic and sadly often involve fatalities. Because the injuries are so often severe and the claims for recovery are large, it is beneficial to have an experienced law firm to represent you in your lawsuit. With our firm’s record of success, we know what is needed to secure compensation after a motorcycle accident.
Common Injuries Suffered In Motorcycle Accidents
A motorcycle accident is much more likely to result in extremely serious injury than any other type of motor vehicle accident. This is because motorcycles do not have the safety features available in most other types of vehicle. That lack of safety also means low-speed collisions, which typically do not carry a huge liability concern, are much more dangerous for motorcycle riders. The most common types of injuries include:
- Broken bones
- Traumatic head injuries
- Full body abrasions
- Spinal cord injuries
- Nerve damage
Even with the most comprehensive safety equipment available to bikers, a motorcycle rider is in a considerably more dire situation in any accident.
What Are Common Causes Of Motorcycle Accidents In Kentucky?
In Kentucky, motorcycle accidents happen for reasons such as:
- Inattentiveness: If a driver is not paying attention to the road, specifically concerning motorcyclists, that will lead to accidents.
- Distractions: A driver doesn’t have to be regularly inattentive. A sudden distraction, such as a text or a crying child in the back seat, is enough to cause an accident.
- Poorly maintained roads: Bikers have a much higher risk of an injury accident on a slippery or badly designed or maintained road than most other vehicles.
- Aggression: Some drivers on the road are simply more aggressive around bikes than they should be and that aggressiveness can lead accidents.
Steps To Take After A Motorcycle Accident
If you get into a motorcycle accident, there are many steps that you will have to take, and they include:
- Get medical care
- File a police report
- Take pictures of the accident
- Get witness statements
- File an insurance claim
At each of these steps, and many of the steps overall, having the support of an attorney will make a major impact on your outcome. They’ll know what to do and how to do it effectively and without hurting your potential for recovery.
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For experienced motorcycle accident lawyers, call our office at 859-554-4727 in Lexington. We look forward to speaking with you about our services.