Experienced Minnesota Motorcycle Crash Attorney

Medical care after any moving vehicle accident can be costly—the costs can go up significantly for the victim of a motorcycle accident.  Brain injuries and spinal cord injuries may require extensive rehabilitation and medical care, possibly for the victim’s entire life.  This emotional and financial stress on the victim and/or the victim’s family can be considerable.

As with any type of motor vehicle accident, it is very important to work with an experience motorcycle injury lawyer who understands Minnesota law as it pertains to motorcycle operators.  Motorcycle riders must follow the same traffic rules as cars and trucks, and car and truck drivers are required to watch for motorcyclists.  Motorcycle accidents often result in significant injury; the victim and/or family need quality legal help to guide them through the insurance claim process and get any due compensation.

Motorcycle Crash Injuries Are Often More Severe

Motorcycle accidents usually result in severe injuries that can last a life time.  Hiring a skilled Minnesota accident and personal injury attorney who understands the entire process improves the likelihood of receiving the full extent of compensation for your injuries.

Motorcycle Accident Injuries:

• Fractures and broken bones
• Skin abrasions
• Soft tissue injuries
• Partial paralysis
• Amputation and loss of limbs
• Traumatic brain injury
• Spinal cord injury

Victims of Motorcycle Accidents May Be Entitled to:

• Medical Expenses – emergency medical care and long-term medical rehabilitation and care for accident related injuries
• Lost Wages – current wages (short term recovery) and long term wages due to inability to work because of injuries sustained
• Property Damage – to motorcycle to replace or repair
• Pain and Suffering – due to severe emotional trauma from the accident and resulting recovery therapies
• Punitive Damages – due to extreme negligence of the other motorist

Victims of a motorcycle accident due to negligent actions of another party may be entitled to compensation for damages and losses related to the accident.  Several factors determine the extent of compensation they may be entitled, including:  the severity of the injuries the victim sustains and the affect of the victim’s ability to perform the basic functions of their job.

Motorcycle Accidents in MN Caused by Several Factors

• Motorcycle’s crashworthiness
• Single vs. multiple vehicle accidents (auto or truck)
• Problems with helmets and safety gear
• Road and weather conditions
• Driver or rider impairment
• Traffic violations by riders and/or drivers
• Diver not paying attention to motorcyclist

Contact a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Before You Sign Anything!

If you or a family member has suffered personal injuries as the result of the negligent operation of a motor vehicle, please contact us before you speak, sign or settle anything with an insurance company. We are available to answer your questions and discuss important steps in protecting your legal rights. Call us at 651-203-5990 and speak to one of our attorneys for a free, confidential consultation. You may also contact us with our online form.