90,000 Injured in Motorcycle Accidents Annually
Motorcycle accidents are responsible for approximately 90,000 personal injuries a year. It is estimated that annually, 5,000 motorcyclists die in motorcycle crashes. Motorcycle accidents typically involve collisions with passenger automobiles (cars or trucks). Most frequently, the passenger vehicle violated the motorcyclist’s right-of-way.
After receiving medical attention, it is a good idea to contact an experienced personal injury lawyer that handles motorcycle accident cases. The choice of an attorney can drastically impact the outcome of a motorcycle accident case. The legal intricacies are difficult for a layperson to navigate. A lawyer familiar with motorcycle accident cases will best serve the needs of injury victims and their families.
In a recent Missouri motorcycle accident case, a couple was severely injured and was unable to recover full compensation for their personal injuries. The couple was riding their motorcycle when ahead of them, two motorcyclists collided and caused them to crash. Significant medical bills and lost wages were accumulated.
The couple was settled with their insurance company for $50,000 and signed a release that prevented any further claims in relation to the motorcycle accident. An experienced motorcycle accident lawyer may have been able to protect their interests in a way that would have allowed them to move forward against other possible insurance policies. In the legal world there is a concept called res judicata, which translates to “the matter has already been judged.”
This case details the very reason an experienced personal injury attorney is needed after any type of serious accident case. A personal injury lawsuit after a motorcycle accident could be one of the most important decisions of your life if you are suffering from serious injuries. A personal injury lawsuit could be the key to getting you the compensation you deserve and the money you need to take care of current and future medical bills.
When you hire a personal injury lawyer, it is his/her job to ensure you are properly represented for the accident. John Page is a Missouri motorcycle accident injury attorney with the personal injury firm Page || Cagle. He has successfully handled numerous serious injury and death cases stemming from motorcycle accidents.
He knows the importance of communication with his clients. It is John’s goal to make sure his personal injury law firm provides the best possible legal experience.
You can also call him at 314.322.8515 or toll free at 1.800.500.4658. Email john@pagecagle.com.
Page || Cagle is located at 1232 Washington Ave., Suite 220, St. Louis, MO 63103.
