Motorcyclists are much more likely to get hurt in traffic accidents compared to people inside passenger cars and trucks, primarily because motorcycles do not have airbags, seatbelts, or even a metal frame protecting their riders from the forces generated by high-speed collisions. However, another major reason why riding a motorcycle is so dangerous is that a lot of motor vehicle drivers are more reckless and careless about motorcycles than they are around any other type of vehicle.
If you are dealing with injuries you suffered in a motorcycle crash caused by the negligence of someone else around you, you likely have a right to demand compensation for your crash-related injuries with our personal injury attorney’s help. If you want to get the best possible outcome from your claim and make sure everyone responsible for your wreck is held liable for the full value of your ensuing losses, you should specifically seek help from a Southfield motorcycle accident lawyer at Thurswell Law experienced with fighting and winning cases like yours.
Holding the Right People Liable for a Motorcycle Crash
Of course, if a motorcyclist gets sideswiped by a drunk driver on an interstate highway, the person primarily to blame for that collision—and, accordingly, liable to pay for ensuing damages—is that drunk driver. That said, Michigan adheres to a no-fault system when it comes to auto accident litigation, and under that system, motorcyclists who get hurt in wrecks caused by other people typically need to file claims against the personal injury protection (PIP) coverage held by the at-fault driver before they can file a civil suit against them.
Many motorcycle wrecks stem partially or even primarily from the misconduct of a third person who is not directly involved in the wreck itself. If needed, our capable Southfield motorcycle injury attorneys could help take legal action against a mechanic who failed to identify and replace faulty motorcycle parts, a manufacturer that made and sold a defective part or motorcycle, or even a local municipality for failing to maintain public roads in good condition.
Getting Paid Fairly While Avoiding Comparative Fault
A skilled legal professional could help fight allegations of comparative fault made against a motorcyclist—in other words, accusations that they were partly to blame for their injuries because of their own negligent behavior. Otherwise, a court could assign them a percentage of comparative fault for their damages and, in accordance with Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.2959, reduce the compensation available to them or even throw their case out completely based on that percentage.
Assuming no issues with comparative fault, it is possible to demand compensation through a motorcycle accident lawsuit for the full value of all past and future forms of harm that accident will cause, including:
- Medical bills
- Physical pain and suffering
- Lost work income and working ability
- Emotional anguish and trauma
- Personal property damage
- Lost enjoyment of life
A conversation with a seasoned Southfield lawyer at Thurswell Law could be a key first step to determining what damages should be factored into a motorcycle crash claim and how much money should be demanded for each of them.
Contact Our Southfield Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Today
Getting into an accident while on a motorcycle can be one of the most frightening experiences of your life, even if you are able to walk away from that accident without any serious injuries. Unfortunately, a lot of wrecks like this end up having serious consequences for the riders involved—and often, their injuries and losses can be traced directly back to the misconduct of someone other than themselves.
If that sounds like the situation you have found yourself in, you should make speaking to our Southfield motorcycle accident lawyers one of your top priorities. Call (248) 460-9865 today for a consultation.
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