Even with the concerted national efforts over the last decade to increase drivers’ awareness of motorcyclists on the roadways in America, far too many bikers and their passengers are seriously hurt every year. The driver of a car or truck may turn into your path without looking, or may simply misjudge your speed and pull in front of you at an intersection. Unfortunately, you are extremely vulnerable to injury as a result of the carelessness or negligence of others. If you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle accident, you want skilled and experienced lawyers to protect your rights.
Why Choose Us?
At the office of Aronberg, Kouser, Snyder & Lindemann, P.A., Attorneys at Law, our attorneys have aggressively fought for the rights of injured people in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for more than 40 years. We have successfully represented thousands of personal injury victims and understand the unique challenges of motorcycle accident claims. Our Cherry Hill personal injury lawyers take the time to understand the specifics of your case to provide tailored, effective legal counsel. Our practice is built on a commitment to delivering the highest levels of personal service and professionalism.
Though we will always look to settle your case if doing so is in your best interests, we are never afraid to take your claims to trial to get the outcome you seek.
We provide a free initial consultation to every client. Contact us online or call our office at (856) 429-1700 to schedule a meeting.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
The congested urban roads and winding rural ones create a dangerous environment for many motorcyclists. While weather conditions, manufacturing defects, and road hazards can contribute to serious motorcycle accidents, most crashes occur because motorists make mistakes that harm them. Negligent motorists may collide with motorcyclists when they:
- Speed
- Drive while distracted or impaired
- Fail to keep a lookout for these smaller vehicles
- Make unsafe lane changes
- Fail to check blind spots
- Follow too closely
- Pass unsafely
- Fail to properly judge the distance or speed of an oncoming motorcyclist when turning in front of them
- Cut them off
- Fail to yield the right-of-way to motorcyclists
If a motorist injured you by driving in an unsafe manner, you may have the right to recover compensation for your injuries. An experienced Cherry Hill motorcycle accident lawyer from our personal injury law firm can help you hold the at-fault driver accountable for the harm they’ve caused.
Legal Representation for All Motorcycle Accident Scenarios
We offer full-service legal counsel to anyone who has been hurt in a motorcycle accident, whether while operating the bike, riding as a passenger or as a pedestrian bystander. When you hire us to help you pursue damages after a motorcycle accident, we will fully investigate the facts and circumstances of your case, traveling to the scene of the crash if necessary. We will work with expert witnesses, such as accident reconstruction specialists, medical professionals, and financial planners, to prepare and present the most compelling case for your full financial recovery.
We handle motorcycle accidents involving any circumstance, including:
- Head-on or rear-end crashes, T-bones, and sideswipes involving automobiles
- Single-bike accidents
- Crashes caused by defects in your bike
- Injuries to pedestrians or bystanders resulting from loss of control of a bike
How is Fault Determined in a Cherry Hill Motorcycle Accident Claim?
While New Jersey operates under a no-fault system for car accidents that limits the right of the victim to sue the at-fault driver, these rules do not apply to motorcycle accidents. You may be able to recover compensation for the full extent of your injuries – including pain and suffering – by filing a claim with the at-fault driver’s liability insurance provider. However, you must show that the other driver was at fault for the accident.
Most motorcycle accident claims are based on negligence, which will require you to show the following:
- The motorist owed a duty of care to follow traffic laws and avoid collisions with other road users.
- The motorist breached their duty of care by driving negligently or violating a traffic rule.
- The motorist’s breach of duty caused the accident.
- You suffered damages because of the accident.
Clear evidence may be able to demonstrate the other driver was at fault, such as:
- Accident reports that show the other driver was cited for violating a traffic law that contributed to the accident
- Witness statements that indicate the other driver was speeding, texting, failing to yield the right-of-way, or committing other traffic violations
- Photos of the accident scene, including road hazards, debris, and skid marks
- Videos from traffic cameras, dash cams, and nearby surveillance cameras
- Reports from accident reconstruction experts
- Medical records linking the accident and injuries
In some accidents, the motorcyclist may have contributed to the accident. In New Jersey, accident victims can still recover compensation if they contributed to their own injuries as long as they are not more than 50% at fault for the accident. However, their compensation is reduced by their degree of fault.
An experienced attorney can investigate your case, preserve valuable evidence to prove fault, and explore all options for recovering compensation. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help build a solid claim for compensation.
How Long Do I Have to File a Motorcycle Accident Claim?
New Jersey’s statutes of limitations set time limits by which certain legal cases must be filed. For personal injury cases, the time limit is generally two years from the accident date. If you have not settled your case or filed a lawsuit by this timeline, any case you later file can be dismissed as untimely. You can preserve your rights by reaching out to an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.
Contact Our Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Cherry Hill
To schedule an appointment with an experienced motorcycle accident injury lawyer, call our office at (856) 429-1700. There is no cost or obligation for your first consultation.
We handle all motorcycle crash injury claims on a contingency basis. We won’t charge any attorney fees unless we recover compensation for your losses.
