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Motorcycle accidents are avoidable, but this means that drivers must work to protect these highly vulnerable parties on our roads. In West Virginia, many motorcycle accidents take place each year, causing thousands of injuries and hundreds of fatalities to those involved. In 2017 across the entire U.S., approximately 5,172 motorcyclists were killed in serious accidents and these numbers only tend to grow each year. When do you know if it’s time to bring a motorcycle accident claim?
The truth is: many motorcyclists wonder where they will turn every year after they have been involved in a serious motorcycle accident that took place at the hands of another party. You need to understand when it is time to bring a claim for your injuries so that you can get started on moving forward in your desperate time of need. You have the right to move forward after another party has caused you harm.
Reasons to Contact a Motorcycle Accident Attorney
You never want to delay after you have been injured in a motorcycle accident so that you don’t miss out on opportunities for compensation. Here are some of the main reasons why you should contact a motorcycle accident attorney:
Serious Injuries: Any time there are serious injuries in a motorcycle accident, you should run, not walk, to an attorney, as you want to secure your right to compensation so that you can get started on paying back the many medical bills you have received. Serious injuries can keep you out of work and lead to surgeries or years of therapy to get back on your feet. Because of this, you should always have an attorney on your side who can help you build your claim when you believe another party is at fault for your injuries.
Insurance Issues: If you start to have issues with the insurance company, you don’t want to handle your claim on your own, as working with the insurance company is not always easy. You might feel as if you can handle your claim on your own but, suddenly, a dishonest insurance company wants to deny your claim and leave you hanging with many damages. This is why it is important to have an attorney on your side who has worked with these companies in the past and is willing to stand by your side.
Fault Issues: If you believe that more than one party is at fault for your accident, you should speak with an attorney immediately so that you name the proper parties in your case. An attorney is experienced in determining fault and will not let you down.
Questions: Some questions cannot be answered by friends, family, or coworkers. For this, it might be time to take your questions to somebody who has experience in these cases. An attorney will give you skilled legal advice and tell you what to expect in your case.
Contact an Attorney About Your Motorcycle Accident Claim
The aftermath of a motorcycle accident is not always an easy thing to face. If you have sustained a traumatic brain injury, broken bones, a spinal injury, or any other type of harm that is common in motorcycle accidents, our West Virginia personal injury attorneys are here to help. At Katz, Kantor, Stonestreet & Buckner, we have handled many motorcycle accident claims and will not leave you hanging in the midst of your claim. Contact us to get started immediately at (304) 713-2014.
