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The Gutierrez Law Firm helps injury victims in Bellaire motorcycle accidents. Motorcycle accidents can have many causes, but they all bring serious consequences for riders. If you’re hurt in one, you have legal options for support. Contact us today to set up a free consultation to talk about these options.
Being in a motorcycle accident is certainly not ideal, but is an unfortunate part of riding throughout Bellaire. Whether you’ll need our lawyers largely depends on the seriousness of your injuries. In cases of minor accidents, you probably don’t need to take legal action–even though you still have the right to.
As you’re probably aware, though, motorcycle accidents often lead to significant injuries. The more injured you are, the more our team can help you. Here’s how we approach a motorcycle accident case:
More than anything else, we want to make the legal process easier for you and your family. A motorcycle accident brings a number of challenges, but with our team on your side, some of that burden is taken off of your shoulders.
For all of its thrills and excitement, riding a motorcycle comes with its share of risks. None are bigger than being in an accident, but this means being prepared should one happen. Part of that preparation is understanding how you can strengthen your potential claim for damages. Here’s how:
Remember, these steps are in your best interest. Even with the law on your side, you still have to show the extent of just how the accident has hurt you. We can help you with that, but you also should be aware of how the process works.
Another thing that makes motorcycle accidents unique is that they have a variety of different causes, and potentially many different people can be responsible for an accident. Most of the time, responsibility–or legal liability–has a lot to do with what actually happened. So, it’s important to first look at the common causes of a typical motorcycle accident:
Determining legal liability hinges on proving negligence, which involves demonstrating that someone else’s actions led to the accident resulting in your injuries. In a typical motorcycle accident, this could fall on any or multiple of the following:
Additionally, regarding liability, it’s crucial to note that you might also be partly responsible for the accident if you were speeding or engaging in risky behaviors like lane splitting. Under Texas’ comparative negligence statute, if you’re more than 50% at fault, you may not even be able to file a claim for damages. Don’t worry, though, our team will make sure you have a strong claim for damages.
When it comes to motorcycle accident claims in Bellaire, they share similarities with other types of accident injury claims. There’s damages available under Texas law, and in order to get these damages, you can either:
Both options look very similar, with the major difference being that a lawsuit is much more formal, taking place inside the court system and overseen by a judge. The insurance process, on the other hand, is outside of court and much less formal.
Regardless of the option you choose, you can potentially recover the following damages if your claim is successful:
You have to meet Texas’ statute of limitations in order to be able to get these damages, which means filing your claim within two years of the date of the accident. With that hurdle cleared, though, you can focus on recovery. Our team will be with you every step of the way through this process.
Yes. Texas law requires that you call the police after any auto accident, including a motorcycle. Aside from that, you should always call the police after any accident so they can respond to the scene and help you gather important information.
Sometimes, depending on the circumstances. If you were doing things like speeding or riding in between lanes (lane-splitting), it could be seen as causing the accident. If you’re found to be more than 50% at-fault for the accident, you won’t be able to file a claim for damages.
We work on a contingency-fee basis, which means there’s no upfront cost to working with us. Instead, we take our fee from whatever result we get for you.
When you find yourself in a Bellaire motorcycle accident, you probably have a lot of questions. At The Gutierrez Law Firm, our experienced Bellaire motorcycle accident lawyers will be there to answer those questions. We’ll explain your legal rights and how the process will likely play out. Don’t hesitate–contact us today to set up a free consultation.