West Palm Beach Motorcycle
Accident Lawyer

The most common causes of motorcycle accidents are negligent drivers on the road. This can be due to :

• Distracted driving
• Reckless driving
• Failing to yield
• Speeding
• Driving under the influence

Accidents involving motorcycles are highly dangerous for operators. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcyclists in 2022 were 22 times more likely to die in a fatal accident than motorists in four-wheel vehicles.

Some of the most common injuries our motorcycle accident attorneys have seen include:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Head and neck injuries
• Broken bones
• Paralysis
• Internal injuries
• Road rash
• Loss of limbs
• Disfigurement

Our motorcycle injury law firm in West Palm Beach understands the physical, emotional, and financial burden these and other injuries can have. That is why we have dedicated our practice to defending the rights of injured motorcyclists and victims of other types of vehicle accidents.

It is important that you contact a West Palm Beach motorcycle injury law firm after a crash so that a qualified attorney can begin collecting evidence and information to support your claim for compensation.

A Gordon & Partners motorcycle personal injury attorney in West Palm Beach may be able to support you with all or some of the following services:

• Gather evidence to provide insight into the events that led to the accident and determine who was responsible.
• Interview witnesses who were present during the accident to provide a first-hand account of the events.
• Review your medical records from after the accident to prove your injury was the direct result of the collision.
• Consult with professionals who can recreate that collision, review your injuries, and/or provide a model of what happened during the accident.
• Personally handle all insurance matters on your behalf. We will either negotiate or fight for your right to receive the compensation you deserve after the accident.

In the unfortunate event of a motorcycle accident injury, you should follow a specific set of steps to secure your safety, well-being, and legal rights.

• Seek Medical Attention: See a doctor immediately after a motorcycle accident, even if your injuries seem insignificant. Some injuries don’t show symptoms immediately and may have devastating, long-term effects if they’re not discovered and treated.
• Contact Law Enforcement: Florida Law requires all drivers to notify the police if they have been involved in an accident that resulted in injuries and property damage. If the accident occurred on a Florida interstate or highway, the notification must be provided via a written report and submitted to the Florida Highway Patrol within ten (10) days of the incident.
• Consult with an Attorney: A qualified motorcycle personal injury attorney in West Palm Beach can provide guidance on how to navigate the legal aspects and pursue compensation for your injuries and damages. We recommend speaking with an attorney before giving a recorded statement to your insurance company. 

In the event compensation from insurance is not enough to cover your expenses, a West Palm Beach motorcycle accident lawyer can then file a personal injury lawsuit to help you recoup more costs related to the incident.

In Florida, the average settlement for motorcycle accidents involving serious injuries typically falls within the range of $40,000 to $250,000. However, compensation can reach into the millions for motorcycle accidents, resulting in catastrophic injuries or wrongful death.

Because motorcycle accidents are not covered by Florida’s PIP policy, injured victims are not limited to only recovering damages covered by the insurance policy. This means motorcycle riders who have suffered an injury in an accident can recover both economic and non-economic damages.

Economic damages may include:

• Medical bills
• Past and future hospital visits and surgeries
• Lost wages
• Funeral expenses
• Property loss
• Loss of earning capacity

Noneconomic damages may include:

• Injuries
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional anguish
• Mental distress
• Loss of enjoyment of activities
• Loss of companionship
• Reputation damage or humiliation

It is important to know that Florida has a four-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims to be filed. If you attempt to file a claim outside of this time frame, you will not be allowed to pursue damages, so it’s essential to contact a motorcycle accident lawyer in West Palm Beach right away.

1. Military Trail: Just five intersections along Military Trail, also known as FL-809, accounted for more than 400 motor vehicle crashes in a single year.
2. Atlantic Avenue: Motorcyclists should take extra care when riding on Atlantic Avenue, particularly around the accident-prone intersection of I-95 and North Congress.
3. Forest Hill Boulevard: Forest Hill Boulevard is a risky road for drivers of all motor vehicles, with an especially high risk at the junction of Forest Hill and State Road 7.
4. Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard: The I-95 intersection on Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard is a hazardous hot-spot for drivers and should be avoided if possible when rush hour traffic is traveling in and out of West Palm Beach.