Motorcyclists are fully exposed to the full force of an impact, which makes motorcycle accidents much more dangerous and potentially deadly for motorcycle occupants than vehicle occupants. According to Louisiana State University’s Center for Analytics & Research in Transportation (CART), motorcycle accidents were listed as the cause of 85 motorcycle driver fatalities and two motorcycle passenger fatalities in 2019.
If you or a loved one was recently injured or killed in a motorcycle accident, you might be able to hold the vehicle driver who caused the accident responsible for its costs. Have your injuries evaluated immediately, then call our personal injury team. Your time to seek recovery is limited, so act fast.
A St. Charles Parish motorcycle accident lawyer might be able to help you prove the at-fault vehicle driver caused the collision and is responsible for your damages, such as treatment costs, income loss, and pain and suffering. Contact the motorcycle accident team at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers by calling (337) 777-7777 today.
Your Lawyer Can Start Building Your Case Based on the Cause of the Accident
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), primary causes of motorcycle accidents include:
- Vehicles turning left
- Vehicles speeding
- Alcohol-impaired vehicle drivers
As you review the details of the accident with a team member at our firm, let them know if one or more of these factors caused your accident. If any other factors might have led to the accident, let your lawyer know. Our team might also ask for a copy of the police report about the motorcycle accident and other evidence to support your case.
We May Collect Certain Documents as Evidence to Support Your Case
One of the goals of building your case might be to prove that the driver who hit your motorcycle breached their duty of care. All drivers have a duty to follow traffic laws and navigate the roads safely to keep others from harm. People who act negligently or recklessly breach this duty of care.
As we compile evidence for your case, we might explain the significance of each piece in your case argument. We may request the following evidence:
- Police reports
- Pictures of your injuries
- Proof of lost wages
- Witness testimonies
- Medical records and bills
- Property damage pictures
- Traffic control camera footage
Our personal injury team can help you fight for compensation. A St. Charles Parish motorcycle accident lawyer can help build your case and serve as your advocate during negotiations or a court trial. Contact Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers by calling (337) 777-7777 today.
Laborde Earles injury was great for me they took care of me very fast and professional. If for any reason I need legal help they will be who I use.
ClientFind Out What Your Personal Injury Claim Is Worth
If you sustained devastating physical injuries in a motorcycle accident, it might have led to mental and emotional stress. You might be able to include several forms of personal injuries in your demand letter as compensatory rewards, such as:
- Any therapy you needed to cope with the trauma of the accident
- Ways your injuries negatively changed your life
- Medical bills, including expenses you expect to pay in the future
- Lost wages and loss of business income
- Motorcycle damage, loss, or total destruction
- Pain and suffering, mental exhaustion, and emotional fatigue
Our team understands how unique your injury claim is, so we strive to treat you like the individual client you are. That might mean you have injury-related expenses and losses that are unique to you and might not be included on this list.
Keep track of your injury expenses and any money you have to pay out of pocket while we negotiate your settlement. Speak to a team member at our firm about the financial consequences of the accident. We want to fight for an outcome that helps you recover from your losses.
Build Your Personal Injury Compensation Claim
Plaintiffs cannot simply demand compensation for their injuries caused by the motorcycle accidents they were in. They must also be able to build a case that demonstrates how the at-fault driver’s breach of duty resulted in their financial losses. To prove the validity of your request for monetary compensation, our team may:
- Argue that the at-fault driver’s negligence or recklessness caused the accident
- Determine the value of your accident claim or lawsuit
- Negotiate a settlement on your behalf
- Talk to witnesses who saw the collision from various angles
We want to listen to your story and get to work on your case. Put our team to work on your behalf right away to ensure time stays on your side.
I thank God for Digger & David. I don’t know what we would have done if it hadn’t have been for them.
Rick Smith | ClientDo Not Miss Your Chance to Pursue Financial Compensation
It can take weeks, even months, to fully recover from the physical impact of a motorcycle accident. It can be difficult to split your focus when your injuries require hospital admissions or long-term physical rehabilitation. Our help might mean you can make your physical recovery your priority without sacrificing your pursuit of compensation.
A dual recovery track is important because the statute of limitations in Louisiana is generally one year, according to the Louisiana Civil Code (CC) § 3492. While you heal from your injuries, we can focus on building your case. You have one year from the date of the motorcycle accident to file your personal injury lawsuit.
Do not let your right to compensation expire while your healing takes a front seat. With our entire team and resources on your side, you might be able to get the physical and financial healing you need. Review your potential recovery with a member of our team as soon as possible to ensure compliance with the state’s statutory deadline.
The reassurance from Digger and his staff gave me that renewed hope that it’s going to be okay down the road.
ClientOur Team Can Help You Recover
Your total healing is our priority, as we aggressively pursue monetary compensation for you. This legal battle does not have to be yours alone. A St. Charles Parish motorcycle accident lawyer can serve as your advocate and ally.
We help injured clients hold negligent drivers responsible for their injuries. When you are ready to get started on your case, contact the personal injury team at Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers by calling (337) 777-7777 today.
