Should I Hire An Ontario Motorcycle Accident Attorney?

While a minor accident can often be handled without legal representation, an accident victim involved in a complex motorcycle collision case can benefit from hiring an attorney when:

  • They were severely injured
  • Liability is disputed
  • Multiple parties are involved
  • The insurance company is refusing to offer a fair settlement

At Lem Garcia Law, our legal team can help guide you through the entire claims process, every step of the way.

Our motorcycle accident lawyers will:

  • File a claim
  • Investigate the accident
  • Gather evidence
  • Establish liability
  • Value your claim
  • Handle all interactions with the insurance company
  • Negotiate a fair settlement

We will focus on your accident claim, so you can focus on your recovery and moving on with your life.

 

 

Who is Liable for a Motorcycle Accident?

Multiple parties can be held liable for a motorcycle accident. While a motorcyclist can be to blame, in most cases, these types of traffic collisions are often caused by negligent drivers.

Other parties that can be held liable for a motorcycle crash include:

 

 

City or County

If poor road design or poor road maintenance contributed to or caused a motorcycle crash, the city or county can be held liable for damages.

 

 

Bike Part Manufacturer

In some cases, defective bike parts, such as bike brakes, can cause or contribute to an accident. If a defective bike part is to blame for your collision the manufacturer can be held liable for damages.

 

 

What Types of Compensation Am I Entitled to After An Ontario Motorcycle Accident?

If you were injured in an accident that was caused by the negligence of another, you may be entitled to the following types of compensation:

  • Pain and suffering
  • Past and future medical expenses
  • Lost wages
  • Property damage
  • Loss of consortium
  • Loss of earning capacity
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Emotional distress
  • Loss of quality of life

 

 

Should I Accept the Insurance Company’s First Offer?

No. Most insurance companies will make a settlement offer as quickly as possible. These offers are usually never enough to cover the total cost of accident-related expenses. In this type of situation, working with an experienced accident attorney can ensure that you recover a settlement that accurately reflects the economic and non-economic damages you’re entitled to.

When you work with a motorcycle accident lawyer at Lem Garcia Law in Ontario, our legal team will work with experts to assess your claim. The value of your claim depends on many factors, such as:

  • The severity of your injuries
  • How the accident has impacted your life
  • How much time you have missed at work
  • Your prognosis
  • Whether you will be forced to change careers due to your injuries
  • Whether you will be able to return to work at all
  • Your age
  • Whether your injuries will require medical treatment in the future

And many other variables.

By determining the cost of your claim, our legal team will ensure you will never have to pay out of pocket for the medical treatment you need due to the injuries you sustained in the accident.

 

 

What Are the Most Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries in Ontario, CA?

Motorcycle accidents can result in catastrophic injuries or fatalities.

In Ontario, CA, some of the most common types of motorcycle accident injuries include:

  • Road rash
  • Back injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Neck injuries
  • Head injuries
  • Burns
  • Nerve damage
  • Loss of limb
  • Broken bones
  • Internal organ damage

 

 

Contact Us Today

If you were injured in a collision in Ontario, CA, contact a motorcycle accident lawyer at Lem Garcia Law today to schedule a free consultation. Our legal team can meet with you to go over your legal rights and options and discuss how we can help you recover the compensation you deserve. Contact us today to learn more.