If you’re a motorcycle enthusiast, you know the allure of piloting a two-wheeler through the streets and on the open road. You’re also undoubtedly aware of the dangers involved in riding a motorcycle. A minor accident that would be considered a “fender bender” for the occupants of a sedan or other four-wheeled vehicle can result in severe injury or death for a motorcyclist because they don’t have the protection afforded by the steel exoskeleton of a car, nor the safety features like seatbelts and airbags. Bikers also face the hazard of being less visible to other drivers and are often involved in accidents where a vehicle makes a left-hand turn in front of the rider. Motorcyclists are also more susceptible to accidents caused by road conditions, like potholes, gravel, oil, and other debris.

Before you mount your bike to run a quick errand or embark on an extended road trip, there are some sobering statistics you should be aware of. Based on data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists account for 14 percent of all motor vehicle fatalities, despite representing only three percent of vehicles on American roads. Per mile traveled, a motorcycle rider is 24 times more likely to die and four times more likely to be injured in a traffic accident than occupants of other passenger vehicles. Each year in the United States, over 100,000 motorcyclists are injured in accidents. In 2022, the most recent year that data is available for, approximately 6,000 riders were killed in crashes.

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, you’re likely facing immense medical bills and a lengthy recovery period, resulting in a significant loss of income. It’s also possible that you may sustain a life-altering, permanent injury, such as the loss of a limb or paralysis. This could cost you your ability to make a living and have a devastating impact on your happiness, not to mention the expenses of needing long-term care.

If you’ve lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to wrongful death compensation. While no amount of money can replace who you’ve lost, you may be able to claim damages for pain and suffering of the deceased before they died; loss of marital consortium; loss of future income, benefits, and retirement plans; burial and funeral costs, and more.

Unfortunately, insurance companies (yours and the other party’s) may not be willing to get you and your family the deserved justice and compensation. The attorneys at Attain Law are compassionate, experienced, and more than willing to fight for you and your future. Call today for a FREE consultation.