Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

OUR LAW FIRM OFFERS THE PROFESSIONAL LEGAL HELP YOU NEED

Here at Commonwealth Accident Attorneys, we pride ourselves on being your greatest resource during your time of need. Motorcycle accidents can completely disrupt our lives, sometimes in minor ways but often in major ways. Our motorcycle accident lawyers work tirelessly to provide motorcycle accident victims with the compensation they deserve.

Drivers who do not take the responsibility of looking out for motorcyclists should be held accountable for their actions. If you or someone you love has been injured or experienced a fatality due to a motorcycle accident, hire a Fullerton motorcycle accident attorney.

WHY HIRE A FULLERTON MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY?

Motorcycle accidents are often due to the negligence of another motorist. Lack of checking for blind spots, switching lanes without signaling, or a blatant disregard to traffic laws leads to motorcycle accidents. At Commonwealth Accident Attorneys we are prepared to hold negligent motorists accountable and help you receive the justice you deserve. Knowing California’s laws is our responsibility, and we provide the legal expertise you can trust.

Motorcycle accident cases have their complications and often involve a higher percentage of severe injuries and fatalities. It is important that you hire an experienced legal team you can trust to navigate the process. We take great care in ensuring you and your motorcycle accident case are treated with respect. Like any profession, we are trained to help guide you on the best course of action and alleviate any unnecessary stress that legal actions may bring.

HOW MUCH IS MY MOTORCYCLE CLAIM WORTH?

Motorcycles offer a free and liberating experience, but that comes with a cost. Unlike other modes of transportation, such as cars or trucks, motorcyclists are more exposed and susceptible to injuries. Without these general protection measures, motorcycle accidents often result in a high rate of bodily injury and death.

To complicate matters further, motorists will try to shift blame away from themselves and onto the motorcyclist. Rest assured that at Commonwealth Accident Attorneys, our Fullerton motorcycle accident lawyers find every caveat of possibility. Because of this, our legal team is familiar and aware of the tactics the defense will attempt to use. Your personal injury claim and compensation are of the utmost importance to us and will be treated as such. You could be compensated for:

• Personal Injury
• Pain and Suffering
• Lost Wages
• Medical Expenses
• Loss of Companionship
• Punitive Damages

Our personal injury law firm is here to fight for your legal rights. You deserve proper compensation for your motorcycle accident damages. Contact us today for a free consultation.

Both motorcycle operators and other motorists need to take precautions to ensure that the roadways are safe for everyone. However, driving and riding with care is not always taken, leading to accidents. In recent history, campaigns have been promoted to spread awareness for motorcycle safety. Most accidents are avoidable, but the following causes often lead to traffic collisions:

• Distracted Driving
• Speeding
• Intoxicated Driving/Riding
• Reckless Driving
• Lack of Visibility
• Driving at Night
• Defective Motorcycle
• Tailgating
• Poor Road Surface

DETERMINING LIABILITY IN AN ACCIDENT

Determining liability in a case involving a motorcycle can be tricky. The state of California is an at-fault state. This means that the defense will attempt to prove comparative negligence and that you shared fault in the accident. This adds a complexity of liability that may not be seen in other cases.

Commonwealth Accident Attorneys have the advantage of numerous successful cases and expertise to enhance the chances of a successful liability case. At Commonwealth Accident Attorneys we help our clients receive their full insurance benefits and rightful compensation.

FULLERTON CALIFORNIA LAWS FOR MOTORCYCLIST

In order to absolve yourself of liability in the event of an accident, it is important to make yourself familiar with the laws specific to the state of California, involving motorcycles and their riders. It is imperative that motorcycle riders take all measures of safety precautions.

The state of California put specific laws in place for those who operate motorcycles in order to create a safer environment and reduce the number of accidents. California Vehicle Codes for motorcycle operators are as follows:

• CVC 27803 – Motorcycle riders must wear a helmet at all times that meet or exceed the standards set forth by the United States Department of Transportation.
• CVC 26709 – Motorcycles must have a right and left side mirror.
• CVC 27801 – Handlebars may not sit six inches above the rider’s shoulder.
• Motorbikes must have working turn signals.
• Motorcycles manufactured after 2013 should have exhaust systems that comply with the Anti-Tampering Act.
• The state of California made roads safer by enacting CVC 22400, making it illegal for other motorists to go unreasonably slow in a manner that would disrupt the natural flow of traffic.
• CVC 22517 states that a motorist may not open or leave open a door of their vehicle if it will disrupt the natural flow of traffic.
• Lane splitting is legal in the state of California. This means that it is legal for you to maneuver between vehicles in a safe manner.

COMMON INJURIES

Operating a motorcycle puts one at risk for more severe injuries than that of a typical vehicle. The exposed nature of the rider, as well as lack of protection, affects the kinds of injuries sustained and how severe they may be. Common injuries that are seen in Fullerton are:

• Whiplash
• Road Rash
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Back Injury
• Burns
• Organ Injury
• Fractures/Broken Bones
• Lacerations
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Wrongful Death

WHAT TO DO AFTER A MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT IN OR AROUND FULLERTON

Fullerton is known for its beauty and its temperate climate. This makes it especially attractive to motorcyclists. With a steady increase in population and varying age ranges in the area, motorcycles are a mode of transportation used by many. It is inevitable that accidents will occur.

However, if you are involved in a motorcycle crash, reach out to our team of personal injury lawyers to help you. We are prepared at any time to get you the justice you deserve and the compensation owed to you.

• If you are physically capable, move away from oncoming traffic to a safe location.
• Check yourself for injury.
• When it is safe to do so, contact the police department and emergency services.
• Exchange insurance information if another party is involved.
• Seek medical attention between 24 and 48 hours. This is of the utmost importance. Even if you think your injuries were minor, it is best to be assessed by a medical professional and allow for a thorough examination.
• Contact Commonwealth Accident Attorneys before talking to insurance companies. We can quickly alleviate the stress of not knowing how to answer insurance questions and counsel you on what to avoid saying to the insurance companies.
• If you are physically able to do so, take photos of your motorcycle, yourself, and other pictures that would provide pertinent information for your case.
• Call your insurance company to file a claim.