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Seeking Restitution After a Texas Motorcycle Accident
Texas is arguably one of the best states in the country in which to ride a motorcycle. With sunny weather and miles of open roads, the Lone Star State is nearly perfect for motorcyclists. Unfortunately, riding a motorcycle can be quite risky. Other drivers may not pay close enough attention to see a motorcyclist and avoid a collision. In the event of a wreck, the vehicle provides almost zero protection to the motorcyclist. It is no surprise that severe and fatal injuries are much more frequent in motorcycle crashes than crashes involving passenger vehicles. Approximately 16 percent of all fatal accidents in Texas involve motorcyclists.
If you or a loved one were injured in a motorcycle wreck, it is important to understand your rights. If another party’s negligent actions caused the crash, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your vehicle damage, pain and suffering, medical expenses, and more.
Holding a Negligent Party Accountable for a Motorcycle Wreck
In the context of a legal claim, the term “negligence” means acting with little regard for the safety and wellbeing of others. Negligent driving is one of the top causes of motorcycle accidents.
Motorcycle crashes often involve:
- Intoxicated driving – Drivers intoxicated by drugs or alcohol often drive recklessly. They may not even see a motorcyclist, let alone take the precautions necessary to avoid a crash.
- Speeding, failure to yield, and other traffic violations – Traffic laws exist for a reason. Drivers who fail to yield, drive at excessive speeds, do not look before changing lanes, or commit other traffic violations are much more likely to cause a crash than law-abiding drivers.
- Distracted driving – Cell phone use behind the wheel is a huge issue in Texas and throughout the U.S. Drivers looking at their phones are not paying attention to the road. They may drift into another lane and sideswipe a motorcycle or even cause a head-on collision.
If another driver’s actions caused you to be injured in a motorcycle crash, contact a personal injury lawyer for help. Your lawyer can help you hold the negligent driver responsible and seek financial compensation for your damages. Sometimes, the at-fault party is not another driver but instead an entity such as a manufacturing company that produced a defective motorcycle part. Your attorney can help you find all the liable parties and hold them accountable.
Contact Our Skilled Collin County Personal Injury Lawyers
If you or a loved one were injured in a motorcycle crash, contact Burress Injury Law. For help. Our skilled McKinney auto accident injury attorneys can advocate on your behalf and ensure your rights are protected. We can help you seek the compensation you need and deserve after a motorcycle crash.
Call 214-726-0016 for a confidential consultation.
Source:
https://tti.tamu.edu/researcher/safety-experts-focus-on-motorcycle-fatalities/
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