If another party’s negligence caused your motorcycle accident in Frisco, Texas, you may be able to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and more. The responsible party’s insurance company may offer you this compensation in an insurance settlement. You may have to fight for damages with a personal injury lawsuit, though.
A Frisco motorcycle accident lawyer with Underwood Law Office can represent you in either of these processes. At our law office, we understand the frustration and uncertainty that can accompany an accident on a motorcycle, especially one caused by the negligent actions of someone else. From filing an insurance claim to taking your case to trial, our team can defend your rights and fight for compensation on your behalf.
How Our Past Motorcycle Accident Clients Have Felt About Partnering with Us
The attorneys at Underwood Law Office are committed to getting our injured clients the financial recovery they need to move on with their lives after an accident. While giving each case the personalized attention it needs, our team has won millions of dollars in settlements for accident victims.
However, at this moment, our firm wants to help you with all your legal needs. Take a look at how our past clients felt when they were in a position similar to yours:
- “I can’t even fully express how thankful my family is for the outstanding work put in by Underwood Law Office. We were in a horrible motorcycle wreck. Mark and his firm… went above and beyond to make certain that we were taken care of…” – Breanna B.
- “Excellent Legal Representation!!! Don’t waste time contacting other lawyers, if you are in need of immediate results, contact Underwood Law Office. They are complete and thorough, they keep you informed every step of the way. I highly recommend Underwood Law Office” – Marvin H.
Recoverable Damages in a Frisco Motorcycle Accident Case
Although each motorcycle accident case is different, in general, the following damages may be recoverable:
- Medical bills for past and upcoming treatment: If you were injured, you might have needed surgery, to stay at the hospital, diagnostic and blood tests, medication and assistive medical equipment, and follow-up appointments with your doctor and other specialists
- Past lost income: If your injuries were serious enough, the doctor might have ordered you to take time off work so you can recover and go to treatment.
- Future loss of earning capacity: Sometimes, the injuries from a motorcycle accident are so severe you can’t go back to work or you must take a lower-paying position.
- Property damage: Your motorcycle probably needed to be repaired or replaced.
- Pain and suffering: Injuries from motorcycle accidents can lead to chronic pain.
- Mental anguish: Because motorcycle accidents can be so traumatic, you might experience post-traumatic stress, anxiety, or insomnia.
- Scarring and disfigurement: Severe injuries can temporarily or permanently change the way you look and/or move.
Quantifying these damages might seem like an impossible task, but you can rely on your attorney to address every way this accident has affected your life. Then, they can accurately determine how much compensation you should pursue.
Our Team Could Help You Fight for Wrongful Death Compensation
Tragically, some motorcycle crashes are fatal. If your loved one passed away in a motorcycle accident caused by another party’s negligence, your lawyer may be able to help you pursue compensation through a wrongful death lawsuit.
The damages in a wrongful death case may include funeral costs, loss of income, and more. Per Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 71.004, this compensation may only be available to specific family members.
How a Motorcycle Accident Attorney with Our Firm Can Help with Your Case
If you qualify, your lawyer can take over your motorcycle accident case at any time. You can sign on for representation immediately after your accident – or later on if you reach an obstacle in the settlement process. However, the sooner you get in touch with us, the better.
The following are a few important things to know about personal injury cases and representation when considering your options:
Accepting a Quick Settlement Offer May Block You from Getting Further Compensation
If the responsible party’s insurance company makes you a settlement offer, it may require you to sign a document that releases them of any further liability for your accident-related damages. Because of this protocol, it is important to understand your full range of damages when evaluating the fairness of a settlement offer.
Your lawyer can investigate your damages and produce evidence of their value when our firm represents you. This could include future costs of treatment and non-economic damages such as pain and suffering.
Your Lawyer Can Handle Communications on Your Behalf
When communicating with the responsible party’s insurance company, keep in mind that they work for their own benefit. They may be able to use any statements you give them about your motorcycle crash or your personal injuries to reduce or deny your claim.
Our personal injury attorneys are aware of these tactics. So, when you work with us on your case, your lawyer can handle all communications for you—from emails to phone calls to letters.
Our Team Works on a Contingency-Fee Basis
Our motorcycle accident attorneys work on a contingency-fee-basis. This fee structure means there is no upfront payment required to get started, and our team does not bill you for our hours.
Instead, your lawyer will agree beforehand to a percentage of your settlement offer or court award that our firm will receive as payment, if and when you win your case. In other words, our team does not collect payment for our labor unless you recover compensation.
Your Lawyer will Also Keep You in the Loop About Your Case
Our attorneys can answer your questions, help you understand the applicable laws, and design a legal strategy for your case. Our team will also keep you updated as your case progresses.
Contact our Frisco personal injury lawyers today for free consultation.
Proving Liability and Negligence in Motorcycle Accidents
In order to establish liability in a motorcycle accident case, you will need to:
- Identify the liable party whose negligence caused your accident
- Prove that they owed you a duty of care and somehow violated it
- Prove that this violation caused your motorcycle crash
- Show that the crash led to your damages
The liable party in a motorcycle crash can be another driver or a negligent third party. This may include a mechanic, a component manufacturer, or a municipality that left hazards on the road.
In cases where the liable party is another driver, the duty of care is often to obey all traffic laws. Violations may include illegal acts such as:
- Speeding
- Not using a turn signal
- Not checking to make sure a lane is clear before entering it
- Failure to yield
- Running a red light or stop sign
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Driving while distracted
Essential Evidence to Proving Your Motorcycle Accident Claim
A lawyer on our Frisco team can work to identify the liable party and produce evidence of their negligence when our firm takes on your motorcycle accident case. This evidence may include:
- Photos or videos
- The police report from the accident
- Statements from witnesses
- Testimony from accident reconstruction experts
- Repair invoices for your damaged motorcycle
- Cell phone records
- Medical records
Time is Limited for Motorcycle Accident Victims to Take Legal Action
There is a general two-year statute of limitations, or legal time limit, for both personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits in Texas, per Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003. Failure to take legal action within this time frame means that a judge may dismiss your lawsuit and prevent you from recovering compensation – no matter how strong your evidence is.
Many motorcycle accident cases reach a resolution via settlement. However, it is important to retain your right to sue in case the insurance company does not make you an adequate settlement offer. Our lawyers can manage all deadlines and paperwork in your case when our team represents you.
Get a Free Motorcycle Accident Consultation with Underwood Law Office Today
When you work with a Frisco lawyer from our firm on your case, they can handle all the legal work on your behalf so that you can focus on your recovery.
You can discuss your motorcycle accident case for free with a member of our team today. Call Underwood Law Office at (972) 535-6377 to get started.
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