Understanding Your Rights After a Motorcycle Accident in San Antonio - Top Texas Lawyers

San Antonio offers scenic routes for motorcyclists, including the San Antonio Loop Around and the Texas Pig Path Ride. While motorcycles are a common sight around the city, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has voiced concern that motorcycle accidents are rising. In Texas in 2023, nearly 600 motorcycle riders were killed, and more than 2,400 were seriously injured.

A motorcycle accident can leave you hurting and unsure what to do next. You might wonder if you have the same rights as victims of car crashes since people tend to perceive motorcycles as a more dangerous mode of travel. Rest assured, you have rights, and San Antonio motorcycle accident attorneys at Carabin Shaw will protect them. Contact our team 24/7 at 800-862-1260 for a free case review.

You can take steps to protect your rights after a motorcycle accident, even before you contact an attorney. The first is to collect information at the scene if you are able. Gather information from other drivers and witnesses, including their names and phone numbers. Take photos of the scene and your injuries.

Next, seek medical help immediately, even if you don’t have serious injuries. The adrenaline rush during and after the accident can mask pain and symptoms, so you may not realize you are hurt until later. It is also critical to get medical documentation immediately following the crash so you can prove the accident caused your injuries.

Insurance companies go to work immediately following a motorcycle accident, but they are not working in your favor. Their job is to maximize profits for their employer, not maximize compensation for accident victims. Insurance adjusters frequently try to minimize claims or use a victim’s words to limit how much they can receive.

Avoid talking to an insurance representative at the accident scene or shortly afterward, and never accept a quick settlement from the insurance company. The amount will unlikely cover all your accident costs, such as long-term medical treatment, extended time off work, or pain and suffering. Refrain from posting about the accident on social media, where the insurance company can find evidence to use against you.

Motorcyclists may worry that not wearing a helmet will sacrifice their ability to collect damages after an accident. While studies show helmets keep bikers safer, Texas motorcycle accident laws do not require them for everyone. Adults over 21 who complete a motorcycle training course or carry adequate insurance coverage can ride without a helmet.

Accident victims who did not use a helmet at the crash can collect damages if the responsible party’s negligence led to the accident. Negligence might include speeding, distracted driving, or disobeying other traffic laws. Your lawyer can also show that some injuries would have occurred even if you had a helmet, further strengthening your case.

When a motorcyclist collides with another vehicle, the results can be catastrophic. Bikers often face severe injuries that take weeks or even months to recover from. In some cases, the disability can be permanent, impacting your way of life forever. You may be out of work throughout your extended recovery, keeping you from earning the income you need to support your family.

If the accident wasn't your fault, you can file a motorcycle accident claim in San Antonio, seeking compensation from the responsible parties. Damages might include:

• Medical costs
• Lost wages
• Reduced future income
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Disfigurement or disability
• Loss of enjoyment of life

Our expert team at Carabin Shaw will investigate your accident and hold responsible parties liable for your injuries. Read reviews from our previous clients to see how we have protected the rights of other accident victims while maximizing compensation.

Don’t wait for legal help to protect your rights and seek compensation. Carabin Shaw offers our services on a contingency-fee basis, so you only pay anything when you receive your settlement. Contact one of our English- or Spanish-speaking professionals now at 800-862-1260.

For more information:

• DoT Texas
• Statutes Capitol Texas