Las Vegas Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Motorcycle crashes result in 30 times more deaths than auto collisions according the National Highway Transportation Safety Agency (NHTSA). While deaths from auto accidents continue to decline because of increased vehicle safety mandates, deaths from motorcycle accidents continue to rise. Though motorcycles represent only 2 percent of all vehicles in the U.S., they are involved in 5 percent of all accidents. Because motorcycles offer little protection for their operators in comparison to cars and trucks, the fatality rate for motorcycle operators is significant. 4,462 motorcycle drivers lost their life on U.S. roads in 2009. The number of deaths has doubled in 10years. Since 1980 motorcycle ownership among riders over 40 has nearly tripled, and the average engine size of motorcycles has increased by nearly 25%.
Every day motorcyclists on Nevada’s roads and highways are severely injured or killed,often as a result of the negligence of other drivers. If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle crash as a result of someone else’s negligence you are entitled to compensation for the damages you have sustained including past and future medical expense and past and future income loss, as well as pain and suffering. If a family member has been killed as a result of the negligence of another there is entitlement to compensation that will depend in part on your relationship to the person that lost their life and on other factors.
To protect your rights to a full and fair recovery of damages contact one of Nevada’s most experienced and accomplished motorcycle crash attorneys, Eric H. Woods. For over 30 years, he has fought hard for the rights of the injured to just compensation. Call him today. Let him fight for you.
Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
The causes of motorcycle accidents have been well documented and have been consistent over the years.
- 75% of all motorcycle accidents include another vehicle with the majority of these resulting from a car or truck failing to yield the right of way as the motorcycle proceeded straight ahead.
- 69% of all motorists failed to use any avoidance maneuvers before colliding with motorcyclists signifying they did not see the cyclist.
These statistics clearly indicate that most accidental deaths and injuries result from motorists’ failure to detect and recognize the motorcyclist in traffic.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, it’s important you contact an accident expert who can protect all of your rights to the best available medical care and full compensation for your injuries.
Experienced Motorcycle Crash Attorney
Nevada personal injury lawyer Eric H. Woods has focused his legal practice for over thirty years in helping wrongfully injured individuals receive the maximum financial recovery under the law. He understands the difficulties you may be facing recovering from your accident. He has the knowledge and strategy to make sure his clients receive the best available medical care as well as just and fair compensation.
If you’re hurt or a loved one has been killed as the result of another driver’s negligent actions, think twice about attempting to negotiate with an insurance adjuster on your own. The adjuster is looking after the interests of his or her employer. What you do after an accident will often determine if you protect or diminishe your rights to full compensation for your injuries. It’s important early on to talk to a compassionate and experienced attorney who understands what you need to receive a full recovery physically and financially.
Severe Injuries
Because of the severity of motorcycle crash injuries they are often lifestyle changing in that they often require long-term rehabilitation, expensive care of specialists, and ongoing medical attention. These injuries are varied but serious.
- Spine injuries occur in 10 percent of all injured motorcyclists. A significant portion of these result in paraplegia or quadriplegia.
- Multiple injuries occur over 20 percent of the time.
- Permanent head injuries occur 18 percent of the time.
Many motorcycle injuries are permanent and life-threatening.
If you’ve experienced any of these injuries, you not only need the best legal representation, but the best medical attention to assure a full recovery. Mr. Woods specializes in personal injury claims and knows how to work closely with clients’ physicians and specialists to make certain their continuing medical needs are calculated into all settlements. Don’t shortchange your future. Get the medical and legal help you deserve.
Accident Investigation
Before a motorcycle accident attorney can file a claim, an investigation of the accident needs to take place in order to determine the negligent party. In some case, there may be a need to hire an accident reconstruction expert. Mr. Woods has worked with several Nevada accident reconstruction companies with an excellent track record. If a suit needs to be filed, Mr. Woods has the experience needed to prosecute the litigation to settlement or verdict. After working over thirty years with injured motorcycle clients, Mr. Woods has the knowledge, expertise, and skill to achieve the maximum recovery under the law.
If you have suffered personal injury in a motorcycle accident in Nevada, Mr. Woods can help. You are entitled to effetive vigorous legal representation that vindicates your rights. Take the first step toward your future health and security by calling Eric H. Woods for a free consultation. He will honestly evaluate your case and give you the information you need to make the best decisions.
