Bakersfield drivers can rush into a right-hand turn only to veer over onto a motorcyclist they didn’t see. Vulnerable riders suffering collisions and injuries can seek help with their medical expenses. They should also demand assistance with staying afloat financially while they can’t work.
Maison Law Accident & Injury Lawyers of Bakersfield offers a free, no-obligation consultation for all motorcycle accident victims in Kern County. It’s a chance to determine what your injury is worth and find out how to force car insurance companies to accept responsibility for a driver’s mistake.
Do I Need a Lawyer After Getting Hurt in a Right Hook Motorcycle Accident?
If you are seriously injured in a collision, and a driver’s lack of attention is to blame, it’s a good idea to speak to a lawyer about your case. A serious issue, like neck and back injuries, will raise the cost of care, and the rising totals will spark car insurance adjusters to fight responsibility. They often switch up the facts to make it look like the rider was to blame. They can also question the severity of the injuries, simply as an excuse to offer less in compensation.
Fortunately, your Bakersfield lawyer collects powerful evidence by fully investigating your claim. Your attorney uses the evidence that’s secured to show what really occurred and provide proof of each hardship you endure in recovery. Your lawyer files your claim with the goal of securing the maximum in compensation for you and your family. While your lawyer handles the frustrating claims process, you are given extra time to focus on healing.
Right-Hook Motorcycle Accident Risks on Bakersfield Streets
Right-hook accidents involving motorcyclists usually involve drivers who make sudden lane switches in order to make a right turn.
It’s often a case of a driver realizing too late they need to make a turn, and then trying to rush to get over in the turning lane. They skip making checks of mirrors and blind spots, and often miss spotting a motorcyclist already in the right-hand lane.
These are just a few of the outcomes:
- They can cut off a motorcyclist they didn’t see in the lane beside them, forcing the rider to rear-end the car.
- Drivers might also side-swipe a motorcycle directly beside them and send the rider to the pavement or send them out of control and off the road.
- In their hurry, drivers can clip the back tire of a motorcyclist and send the rider out of control.
Defenseless motorcyclists always suffer the worst of any collision. They can suffer an impact with the initial vehicle. Then an impact with the road surface risks further injury. And on busy roads like Truxtun Avenue, victims are always at risk of being left down on the road in front of other drivers who may not see them in time to avoid running them over.
Establishing fault in these accidents can be difficult without proper evidence. When motorcyclists have cars switch lanes in front of them, a rear-end collision may be impossible to avoid, making it look like the riders were to blame.
Hopefully, a Bakersfield Police Officer investigating the scene understands what really happened and creates an accurate accident report. However, our Bakersfield motorcycle accident attorneys can also rely on help from accident reconstruction teams to reveal the true cause of an accident.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I wait to speak to a lawyer after a Bakersfield car crash?
The statute of limitations on personal injury cases is set at two years in California. You can wait months or years, but it’s best for your case to act as soon as possible. Talk to a lawyer and turn over your case if need be, while the evidence is still fresh. You’ll want your lawyer to start working on your case before any video evidence gets erased and witnesses become hard to find.
What kinds of damages earn compensation in a motorcycle accident settlement?
Accident victims must first get help with their medical bills before they face bankruptcy. All bills now and any expected medical costs in the future should be covered. Repair costs for a damaged motorcycle or the cost of a full replacement should be a part of the settlement. The paychecks victims lose while missing work must be reimbursed. The physical pain and emotional trauma left for injured riders to cope with must also receive consideration.
What type of documents should I bring with me when I speak to a motorcycle accident lawyer?
Bring any photos you took at the scene of your accident. Turn over copies of all medical charts and hospital receipts. Bring your paystubs too. This is a way to show how much you’ve lost in income while you haven’t been physically able to work. If you obtained an accident report from Bakersfield PD or the CHP, bring that too.
Contact a Motorcycle Accident Attorney Who Builds Your Case with Powerful Evidence and Fights to Earn You More
If you have a serious injury, and a careless driver caused your accident, contact Maison Law Accident & Injury Lawyers of Bakersfield to schedule a free consultation. It’s a confidential, no-obligation review of your case with a real Kern County Motorcycle accident attorney.
Your full recovery becomes our number one mission. We don’t stop fighting until you are back on your motorcycle and enjoying rides around Bakersfield.
We also realize that right after an accident and lost time at work, you may not have the money to hire a lawyer. That’s okay. If you hire us, our lawyers don’t get paid unless we win your case for you. Then, our fee comes out of the settlement check you earn from an insurer.