Motorcycle Accidents
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Accidents involving motorcycles account for the most serious accidents on America’s roadways. These accidents can be the result of driver error, improper traffic control devices, poorly designed roadways, and vehicle design or tire defects. Any or all of these potential issues may contribute to a motorcycle accident. Identifying the possible causes of a motorcycle accident may be simple, or may be complicated (i.e. requiring the assistance of accident re-constructionists, design engineers, or other qualified experts). The Cantor Simon Law Group can assist 
in locating these experts, along with proper medical treatment, in order to assure you the best settlement possible. In addition, The Cantor Simon Law Group will assist in rental car arrangements and medical payment liens in order to assure that no out of pocket costs are paid by you until the conclusion of your case. If you, a family member, or a friend has been injured in a motorcycle accident, click “Contact Our Firm]” to submit a short form and we will get back to you within one business day, or call us and we speak with you immediately!
Steps After an Accident
Stop Immediately
Stop your bike immediately and exchange information, no matter how minor the accident. Arizona law requires that a driver of a vehicle involved in an accident (no matter how minimal) must stop his or her vehicle and exchange information with the other driver and the owner of any property which may have been damaged.
Assist Any Injured Persons
Assist any injured persons. Your first duty after stopping your bike is to assist any and all other injured persons. If someone is seriously injured or unconscious, call an ambulance immediately.
Protect the Scene
Protect the scene. If it is safe to do so, it is best not to move your bike until law enforcement has arrived. If your bike poses a safety threat to other traffic and it can be moved safely, then use your common sense on deciding whether to move off the roadway.
Call the Police
Call the police. Even if the accident is minor, you should still phone police in order to file an accident report. Many times the dispatch operator will tell you that they will not respond if it appears there is less $500.00 in damage, and there were no injuries.
Sign the ticket
Sign the ticket. If the police arrive and determine that you may be all or partially at fault, they will issue you a citation. You are required to sign the ticket in order to promise that you will appear in Court at a later date.
Identify the Other Drivers
Identify the other drivers. Be certain that you get the other drivers’ address, telephone number, and insurance information. Also write down the license plate number and a brief description of passengers who may have been with that person.
Identify Witnesses
Identify witnesses. As soon as is possible, get the names, address, and telephone numbers from all the witnesses who are present. Although they should remain on scene until the police arrive, most people will leave shortly after ascertaining that medical care is on its way.
Gather Other Information
Gather other information. As soon as is reasonably possible (usually after you get home) write down a description of how the accident occurred, including the time, place, weather and road conditions, and a detailed explanation of how you were driving.
Do Not Make Any Statements
Do not make any statements. Arizona law only requires you to exchange address, driver’s license number, vehicle registration, and copies of your insurance cards to the other driver. Other than this, never make any statements or comments (these will be used against you later).
Listen Carefully
Listen carefully. Listen to everything that the other driver or witnesses say. What the other driver says can be used against them to help you with your claim. If they apologize, or say that they did not see you, write it down immediately.
Go to the Emergency Room
Go to the emergency room or your family doctor immediately. Even though you may think that you are not hurt, only sore with some road rash, you may actually have sustained a serious injury.
Call The Cantor Simon Law Group
Call The Cantor Simon Law Group. At The Cantor Simon Law Group, we will do everything we can to assist you following your accident. If you cannot come to us, we will be happy to come to your home or the hospital. When you call The Cantor Simon Law Group, you can rest assured that you will have a phone consultation with an attorney, not a paralegal.
Call Your Insurance Company
Call your insurance company. Call your insurance company, even if the other driver was cited and you were not. Do not, however, give them any recorded statements or written statements until after you have consulted with The Cantor Simon Law Group and have received your attorney’s approval.
Never Give a Recorded Statement
Never give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance adjustor! The insurance adjustor for the other driver will attempt to call you within 24-48 hours after the accident.
Take Photos of the Accident Scene
Take photos of the accident scene. Once you are on your feet, or if a family member is available, go back to the accident scene and take photographs.
Start a Diary
Start a diary. Start a daily record of all pain and inconveniences that you are suffering as a result of the accident and the injuries.
Keep Records
Keep records of missed time from work. If the other person is at fault, you will be entitled to recover monies for lost wages and reduced bonuses due to missed quota production numbers during your time off.