Motorcycle Accidents: An Expanded Overview

Motorcycle accidents are among the most dangerous roadway events. Unlike cars, motorcycles provide no exterior protection, making riders 28 times more likely to die in a crash compared to passenger car occupants. Thousands of riders are injured every year, often facing lifelong consequences and financial burdens for their families.

Common causes include distracted driving, unsafe lane changes, speeding, drunk driving, defective parts, and poor road conditions. The aftermath can leave families overwhelmed by medical bills, lost wages, and emotional trauma.

Who Is Affected?

• Riders most vulnerable to severe injury
• Passengers often injured even more severely than riders
• Other drivers and passengers collisions can affect those in cars and trucks
• Families spouses, parents, and children living with trauma and loss

Common Injuries and Harms

Eligible Claim Types

• Personal Injury medical bills, rehab costs, lost income, pain and suffering
• Wrongful Death funeral expenses, loss of companionship, future lost income
• Insurance Claims filing with your insurer or the at-fault party’s insurer
• Product Liability claims against manufacturers for defective motorcycle parts

Timeline of Motorcycle Accidents and Claims

Practical Next Steps

1. Get medical care rule out hidden injuries with a full evaluation
2. Document the scene photos, videos, skid marks, vehicle positions
3. Track all costs medical bills, lost wages, repair estimates
4. Secure witnesses collect names and contact information immediately
5. Consult an attorney ensure insurance companies don’t underpay or deny claims

Key Questions Victims Should Ask

• What is my state’s filing deadline for motorcycle accident claims
• How much of my medical care will insurance cover
• Can I file against a manufacturer if a part failed
• How do I calculate long-term costs like lost earning ability