Goodyear Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Motorcycles provide a sense of freedom to many who ride. When a motorcycle is hit by a car, it can be catastrophic. An experienced Goodyear personal injury lawyer from Suzuki Law Offices can help you recover the compensation you deserve to manage and heal from your injury. 

Navigating the legal process can be overwhelming. With our Goodyear motorcycle accident lawyer on your side, they can negotiate on your behalf for your maximum eligible compensation and allow you time to focus on recovery. With over 30 years of experience, you are in good hands.

Causes of a Goodyear Motorcycle Accident

Motorcycle accidents have a wide range of causes. With motorcycles being so small, every pothole and rock can be dangerous and potentially destabilizing. In the case of poor road conditions contributing to an accident, this might be the liability of the agencies tasked to maintain the roads. 

In addition to poorly maintained roads, the most common causes of motorcycle accidents involve:

• Distracted driving or motorists failing to look for motorcycles
• Drivers speeding too fast for conditions
• Motorists driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Motorists failing to give bikers the right of way

Passenger cars can weigh up to 6,000 lbs per the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Any lapse in road maintenance or driver inattention can be deadly to a motorcycle rider. Contact Suzuki Law Offices today to discuss the details of your unique situation.

Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Injuries in a motorcycle accident are frequently severe because no protection is built into the motorcycle. They may consist of the following:

• Concussion
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Broken bones
• Road rash
• Spinal cord injury
• Lacerations and bruises

Many of these injuries can quickly become life-threatening without immediate medical intervention.

Concussion

A concussion can be considered a ‘mild’ TBI based on information from the University of Alabama Heersink School of Medicine. Even with a safe helmet, you can sustain a TBI with lasting symptoms that take weeks, months, or years of work to recover from. Some symptoms of a TBI will never fully resolve. 

Road Rash and Lacerations

Road rash and lacerations both come with a risk of infection. They can lead to intense scarring and disfigurement. Recent research found in the National Library of Medicine shows a connection between facial scarring from an accident and an increase in symptoms of anxiety and depression. 

Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal cord injuries are another varied type of injury. They can range from the feeling of pins and needles to complete paralysis. Even with multiple therapies and treatments, many spinal cord injuries will never fully resolve, resulting in significant loss of quality of life. 

Damages from a Motorcycle Injury

While working with our Suzuki Law Office’s motorcycle accident lawyer in Goodyear, you can discuss the damages and amounts most appropriate for your case. Some of the damages you may choose to pursue are:

• Medical bills: This can cover any medical bills you have amassed due to the accident. Depending on the circumstances of your case, this may include anticipated future medical costs.
• Property damage: This can include the cost of repairs to your vehicle or the value of the vehicle if you need to replace it. Sometimes, this may cover items damaged in the accident, such as phones, computers, or car seats. 
• Pain and suffering: Pain and suffering is known as non-economic damage and is used to compensate for the general emotional drain and stress of the accident. It can also include loss of quality of life in the event of significant injury or disability.
• Lost wages: Claiming damages for lost wages can be used to make up for the time you were out of work due to the accident. This can be from the initial injuries or time you must take for rest or appointments during recovery.
• Lost employment opportunities: Sometimes, injuries are so significant that they prevent you from returning to your position or your field. 
• Emotional Distress: Being involved in an accident is stressful, and many people report emotional and psychological symptoms ongoing after an accident. 
• Loss of consortium: If the injuries sustained by the rider affect the day-to-day life of the spouse in a way that removes companionship, intimacy, or emotional support, they may be eligible to join the lawsuit with a loss of consortium claim. For example, if you and your spouse used to spend regular weekends hiking and camping, but your spouse is now in a wheelchair, you have lost that companionship. 

In the event of death after a motorcycle accident, our motorcycle accident attorney in Goodyear may suggest filing a wrongful death suit. You may be eligible for wrongful death compensation if you are a surviving spouse or child. If there is no surviving spouse or child, the decedent’s parents or the estate representative can make the claim.

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Call Our Goodyear Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today

If you or a loved one is injured in a motorcycle accident, you should not have to navigate the compensation recovery process alone. At Suzuki Law Offices, our Goodyear motorcycle accident attorney can negotiate on your behalf and focus on building a strong case. This leaves you with the time and energy to focus on your recovery. 

We offer a free case evaluation at any time through our website. Every case is different, so speaking with our lawyers may give you a better idea of whether you may be eligible for compensation and what you might be able to expect during the process. Don’t settle for a lower offer than you deserve. 

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