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The open road. A moment of freedom. Then, the unthinkable. After a motorcycle accident, the road to recovery seems long. Don’t ride it alone. At Harding Mazzotti, our team of passionate motorcycle accident attorneys fights for riders like you. We understand the unique legal challenges of motorcycle accidents. You deserve fair compensation for your injuries and lost freedom. We’ll fight to get you back to what matters most. Call Harding Mazzotti today for a free consultation at 1-800-LAW-1010.
The freedom, exhilaration and enjoyment of motorcycle riding is well known to those who ride. Unfortunately, because of their smaller size and profile, as well as the negligence of other drivers on the road, even the safest riders are too often involved in accidents that result in serious injuries and even death.
The same reasons that make motorcycles so popular are also why even minor accidents can be deadly. After all, a motorcycle does not have the same protections as an automobile. Motorcycles don’t have the seat belts, air bags, crumple zones and other safety systems that are a part of most automobiles.
Therefore, any sort of collision or mishap, even a sudden stop caused by another motorist, will usually unseat both the motorcycle driver and any passengers, causing them to make impact with the pavement, other vehicles, and other objects such as telephone poles. Accidents involving motorcycles are often the fault of the other driver because they fail to see the motorcycle even when their view is not obstructed, and the results are often life-changing and tragic.
Do I Need a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?
After an accident, motorcyclists are not protected under No-Fault insurance, and motorcycle insurance policies in New York do not offer Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage despite the fact that people involved in motorcycle accidents are often seriously injured.
Furthermore, insurance companies are all too ready to refuse to pay out on a motorcycle accident claim, or pressure you to take a sum that is far less than what you need to make you whole again. That is why experienced motorcycle accident lawyers can be your best bet in obtaining the compensation you need to pay your medical bills, help you recover lost wages, and pay for other short-term and long-term costs after the accident.
At Harding Mazzotti, LLP, we know how the system works. We can help you make the right decisions regarding your insurance claim, and we’ll fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
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Motorcycle Accident Resources
What To Do After a Motorcycle Accident
Most motorcyclists know the laws governing the licensing and use of their machines and take safety seriously each time they go for a ride. But when an accident occurs, it’s important to be armed with the correct information and to know what steps to take, both to ensure your safety and protect your legal rights to receive compensation.
Motorcycles & Visibility: What You Can Do To Prevent Accidents
All too often, after a crash with a motorcycle, other drivers will say that they “just didn’t see them.” Fortunately, both motorcyclists and motorists can take steps and precautions to improve visibility significantly reduce the number of accidents on our roads.
The Most Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries
Motorcycles lack many of the safety features that protect the occupants of cars and trucks. Thus, when even a minor accident occurs, the types of injuries that motorcycle drivers and passengers can sustain are different and often more severe.
New York Motorcycle Helmet Law
New York was the first state in the nation to require all motorcyclists to wear helmets, a law which went into effect on January 1, 1967, and remains in effect today.
Let’s talk about what the law requires for New York motorcyclists.
Most Common Reasons Motorcycle Accidents Occur
There are approximately 104,000 motorcycle accidents every year, most of which transpire because riders are unaware of the common causes of accidents. The best way to enjoy your ride is to understand the potential threats and proactively take steps to mitigate them.
Preparing to Ride a Motorcycle In New York State
When it comes to riding a motorcycle safely, preparation is key. Here we outline some basic guidelines for motorcyclists to remember before going out on the road.
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Did You Know?
- Unlike victims of a car accident, New York State law does not require injured motorcyclists to prove a “serious injury” to bring a claim against the responsible party. The lack of this requirement can mean reimbursement of medical expenses and lost wages, as well as being compensated for your pain and suffering, regardless of the severity of your injury.
- If you are the victim of a hit and run, or if a defendant that was either uninsured or under-insured struck you, the law allows you to make a claim against your own motorcycle policy. Furthermore, if you were injured while a pedestrian or occupant of a motorcycle not owned by you, you may be entitled to additional insurance coverage under any insurance policy applicable to a motor vehicle that you own, or that of a motor vehicle owned by a resident (relative) of your household. Like so many elements of the legal process, determining this coverage is essential to maximizing your personal injury recovery, and a false slip in the process can cost you money.
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