If either you, or a family member, have been in motorcycle accident, you may be struggling to figure out what to do next. Our short outline below will help you know what to do after a motorcycle accident, with actions that can protect you and ensure you are able to get the best recovery possible.
Because motorcycle accidents often result in serious or life threatening injuries, dealing with the aftermath of a motorcycle accident can be overwhelming. The motorcycle accident attorneys at the TK Law Firm are here to make dealing with the aftermath of a motorcycle accident as stress-free and simple as possible. Once you place your trust in our firm, we will handle every facet of your case, so that your family can work on healing.
We are here to help take care of you and protect your family.
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What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident in Florida − The Next Steps
There are several steps that you take after a motorcycle accident in order to preserve your rights and protect you and your family:
First, do not sign any statements or turn over any medical records to the insurance company following the accident. The insurance company wants a statement from you in order to use that statement against you later. If the insurer can show that you were somehow at fault, even partially, for the accident then they can reduce the amount that you recover for your injuries.
The insurer may also try to convince you to admit that you are not hurt or try to show that your injuries are insignificant or are not related to the accident. Again, the insurance company is taking these steps to try to reduce the amount that they have to pay you for your injuries.
Second, you should consult with an experienced motorcycle accident attorney as soon as possible. Do not accept a settlement relating to your injuries without talking to a motorcycle accident attorney. Once you accept a settlement, you forfeit any chance of further recovery.
By accepting a settlement from the insurer without the advice of a motorcycle lawyer, you could be losing out on tens of thousands of dollars to cover injuries like pain and suffering, medical expenses, future medical expenses, lost wages, lost earning capacity, loss of consortium and punitive damages.
Do not speak with anyone other than your attorney and medical providers relating to your case. Any statements that you make and any actions that you take can be used against you in your case against the insurance company.
Be mindful that you could be followed or investigated by the insurance company after an accident. Remember that your actions in the virtual world and in social media can also be used against you in your case. So be careful what you write and with what pictures you post.
Getting Compensation for Your Motorcycle Injuries and Damages
Depending on the facts relating to the motorcycle accident, what injuries you suffered, what caused the motorcycle accident and what the other drivers did or did not do, you may be able recover money to cover your injuries.
Our accident attorneys have handled thousands of cases through the years. We will work hard to get you the best result possible. We are here to give you personal attention and make sure that you feel taken care of. You will never be passed off to a case worker, or treated like a number.
Take These Steps – and Call an Orlando Motorcycle Accident Attorney
The TK Law Firm can answer your urgent questions and help you feel back in control of your future. Call us at 855-Kramer-Now (855-572-6376) for a free consultation. We take accident cases on contingency and offer evening consultations for your convenience.
We want to make the process as simple and stress free as possible. We will be glad to meet you in our office, at your home or at the hospital. But even before you contact us, knowing what to do after a motorcycle accident will protect you and improve your case.