San Antonio TX Personal Injury Attorneys - Texas Laws Regarding Motorcycle Accidents

San Antonio bikers have plenty of scenic drives with loops like the Medina Lake Ride, Bulverde Loop, and San Antonio Missions Trail. Whether you use your bike to commute to work or head to popular sites like the River Walk or Alamo, your motorcycle is your go-to mode of transportation all year in Texas. Unfortunately, warm weather also means more motorcycle accidents that often leave bikers with life-changing injuries.

An average of 1.3 motorcyclists die on Texas roads daily - many more face debilitating injuries. Our team of San Antonio personal injury lawyers at Carabin Shaw use their knowledge of Texas motorcycle laws to help injured motorcyclists seek compensation to heal from their injuries and return to their daily lives. If you or someone you love has been injured, contact us at 800-862-1260. We have English- and Spanish-speaking professionals available 24/7 for free case reviews.

Texas laws are meant to protect bikers and other motorists on the road. Some of the key laws regarding motorcycles include:

Texas does not require all motorcycle riders to wear helmets. Bikers do not have to wear helmets if they are over 21 years of age and have either:

• Completed a state-approved motorcycle safety course or
• Purchased healthcare coverage that includes accidents where helmets were not worn

While helmets are not required under these circumstances, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notes that helmets are the best way to protect your brain in the event of a motorcycle crash. However, bikers who meet the above criteria and are not wearing a helmet at the time of a crash can seek full damages from responsible parties with the help of an experienced lawyer in San Antonio, Texas.

Motorcycles have full access to lanes, like other motorists on the road. In 2023, Texas made lane-splitting illegal, which means motorcycles can’t navigate between cars during traffic slowdowns. It also means motorists must give bikes the entire lane where they are riding to keep motorcyclists safe from other vehicles.

Bikers must meet all the requirements for a regular driver’s license in Texas, including:

• Proof of US citizenship and Texas residency
• Vehicle registration
• Valid identification
• Completion of a driver education course
• Passing a written, driving, and vision test

In addition, motorcyclists must show:

• Completion of an approved motorcycle safety course
• Passing motorcycle written and driving tests

Victims of motorcycle accidents often make the mistake of assuming the process of filing a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company is straightforward. Unfortunately, insurance companies do not make things easy for accident victims. Insurance adjusters often look for ways to reduce or deny claims to protect their company's profits. Stigmas attached to bikers often make reductions and denials easier for providers, as many see motorcycles as more dangerous and riders more reckless than those in other vehicles.

You need an experienced attorney to protect your Texas motorcycle accident rights and maximize damages. We negotiate with insurance companies to ensure our clients receive all the compensation they are due under the law. If an insurance company doesn’t cooperate, we are prepared to file a personal injury and take the case to court. Our client reviews attest to our ability to maximize damages for accident victims to ensure they get the necessary medical treatment and cover their bills during recovery.

After a serious motorcycle accident in San Antonio, it can feel like life will never get back to normal again. Don’t wait to contact the compassionate legal professionals at Carabin Shaw. We offer our services on a contingency-fee-basis, so you don’t pay a cent until you receive your settlement.

Our Top Texas attorneys have spent three decades fighting for injury clients like you and will work hard to ensure you get the compensation you need and deserve. Contact us toll-free now at 800-862-1260.

For more information:

• Texas Data
• NHTSA