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Sacramento Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

If you or someone you know is injured in a motorcycle accident, it is important to contact experienced Sacramento motorcycle accident attorneys as soon as reasonably possible to ensure that the fault for the accident is accurately placed. In motorcycle accidents, riders are more susceptible to injuries than those riding in automobiles. There are no doors, roofs, seatbelts or airbags to offer protection from crashes, and helmet laws in many states are the only protection afforded to motorcycle riders in an accident.

While the most common cause of motorcycle accidents are drivers of another vehicle failing to see the motorcycle due to its relatively small profile, road hazards are also to blame for many single vehicle crashes involving motorcycles. Potholes or bumps on the road can be a mere inconvenience for four-wheeled vehicles, but can cause a motorcyclist to lose control of their bike. Sacramento motorcycle accident attorneys can help determine if the political entity responsible for maintaining the road is responsible for the wreck as well as for any damages that may result.

California has a law requiring operators of motorcycles to wear a helmet when riding, and studies have shown that helmets have reduced the number of head injuries in motorcycle accidents significantly. However, there are some riders that fail to comply with the law, and if these riders are involved in an accident, the responsible party may try to use the lack of helmet use to mitigate the cost of the claim.

In some cases, failure to wear a helmet may reduce the award for personal injury, but it will not affect the responsible party's liability for causing the accident. Sacramento motorcycle accident attorneys can help protect a rider's interests in receiving compensation for any property damage caused by others, and possibly a large percentage of any personal injury costs, depending on the circumstances.

There also may be other accident causes that remove the liability from the driver, such as defects in the motorcycle. If the front or back tire begins to vibrate at legal highway speeds, it can be an indication of a manufacturer's defect.  If subsequent investigation reveals it was the cause of the accident, the theory of manufacturers defect and product liability may come into play when determining responsibility for the accident. These types of findings can be determined by Sacramento motorcycle accident attorneys working on your case.

There may also be statutes of limitations involved in the time allowed in which to file a claim for restitution or file a lawsuit. This time period may be shorter if the complaint is going to be against a municipal or state authority, so contacting an experienced Sacramento motorcycle accident attorneys as soon as possible is important. Filing an action beyond the time by law typically results in the claim being dismissed.

When calculating charges in a motorcycle accident, your Sacramento motorcycle accident attorneys will understand what can and cannot be compensated, and will advise you on what records you need to keep to bolster you claim for reimbursement. Medical records, paycheck stubs for lost wages due to injury, and receipts for all other charges will need to be maintained, as well as copies of those documents.  Begin keeping records as soon as you can after the accident, and contact a qualified attorney as soon as possible.

Demas & Rosenthal - Northern California Motorcycle Accident Attorneys - have extensive experience in all types of motor vehicle accidents, including motorcycle injury accidents. Our motorcycle accident attorneys have an excellent understanding of the intricacies of California's Automobile Accident Law, as well as Underinsurance and Uninsured Motorist Coverage issues.

At Demas & Rosenthal, we believe that every injured motorcycle accident victim has the right to be justly compensated for their injuries caused by the negligence of another. As experienced and dedicated Sacramento personal injury attorneys, we help our clients establish liability, evaluate and prove damages, and collect the highest possible settlement or judgment.

To protect your legal rights following severe injury or wrongful death resulting from a motorcycle accident in California, it is wise to immediately consult an experienced personal injury law firm. Within the first week, important physical evidence can be lost, and witnesses may forget important details. Click here to view our Injury Checklist .

The law firm of Demas & Rosenthal, LLP has extensive experience handling claims involving California motorcycle accidents. We offer Free Initial Consultations with no obligation for you to hire our firm.