Connecticut Motorcycle Accidents
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Motorcycle riders enjoy the freedom of the open road, and the experience of riding a motorcycle is unmatched. Unfortunately, that sense of freedom comes with the risk of serious, sometimes fatal injuries.
If you were injured or a loved one was killed in a Connecticut motorcycle accident, a motorcycle accident lawyer at The Lebedevitch Law Firm, LLC, can help. The Lebedevitch Law Firm, LLC, represents people who were injured and families of people who were killed in motorcycle accidents. We will protect your rights, explain and help you evaluate your options, and fight for the compensation you deserve.
When tragedy strikes, contact The Lebedevitch Law Firm to schedule a free, no-obligation appointment to discuss your situation and how we can help.
Common Injuries in a Motorcycle Accident
Because motorcycles lack the protection offered by a car or truck, people involved in a motorcycle accident may suffer severe, catastrophic injuries. Common injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident include:
- Injuries to the Head, Neck, Back, and Spinal Cord. A motorcycle accident can cause severe head injuries that can cause confusion, dizziness, or loss of consciousness, as well as Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) that can result in long-term cognitive, physical, and emotional impairment. The force of the collision can also fracture or dislocate the bones in the back, which can result in whiplash, herniated discs, muscular injuries, paralysis, or death.
- Fractures and Broken Bones. Injuries to the feet and hands, arms, legs, ribs, and collarbones are common in motorcycle accidents.
- Facial Injuries. If a rider’s head strikes the pavement, the rider may suffer cuts, fractures, scarring, or dental injuries, which may require extensive surgery to repair.
- Road Rash. Road rash occurs when a rider’s skin is dragged across the pavement, resulting in painful cuts and lacerations that may require skin grafts to repair and can cause permanent scarring and even a loss of mobility, especially if the injuries occur near a rider’s joints.
Does Insurance Cover Injuries from a Motorcycle Accident?
Like Connecticut car accidents, most motorcycle accidents are covered by insurance. All Connecticut drivers are required to carry a minimum of $25,000 / $50,000 in insurance coverage. Even if the driver who hit you did not have insurance, your uninsured / underinsured motorist coverage may apply.
Nonetheless, proving liability in a Connecticut motorcycle accident can be challenging, and insurance companies often claim the motorcycle rider was at least partially at fault. An experienced motorcycle accident lawyer at The Lebedevitch Law Firm can work to overcome these insurance company tactics and fight for the compensation you and your family deserve.
How Much Is My Motorcycle Accident Injury Claim Worth?
When a motorcycle accident causes serious injuries, The Lebedevitch Law Firm can review your claim and calculate your damages. Damages is an amount of money intended to compensate you for losses you experienced due to an accident.
After a motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to damages that include compensation for:
- Past and future medical and hospital bills
- Past and future lost time from work
- Diminished earning capacity if your injuries are permanent
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
What If the Motorcycle Accident Was Fatal?
If a loved one was killed in a motorcycle accident, your family may need to file a wrongful death claim to seek the compensation you deserve. The Lebedevitch Law Firm will work with your family to open an estate and fight to protect your family’s financial well-being.
How a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Can Help
When a motorcycle accident causes serious injuries or the loss of a loved one, you need an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer on your side. Connecticut motorcycle accident attorney Stephen Lebedevitch understands what causes motorcycle accidents, knows how the insurance companies work, and can fight for maximum compensation for your injuries and other damages.
The Lebedevitch Law Firm will investigate the cause of the accident and gather evidence to prove the other driver was at fault. We will review the police report and witness statements, independently interview witnesses, and analyze photographs of the scene of the crash. In many motorcycle accident cases, we work with accident reconstruction experts who analyze the crash evidence to help build your case.
We will also analyze your medical bills and records and other evidence to show the time you lost from work and how the accident has impacted your life. If your injuries are permanent, we will gather evidence to prove the cost of future medical care and treatment and document your claim for lost earning capacity.
Contact a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer at The Lebedevitch Law Firm
A motorcycle accident can turn your life upside down. But you don’t need to face this tragedy alone. If you were injured or a loved one was killed in a motorcycle accident, contact The Lebedevitch Law Firm to discuss your situation and learn how we can help.