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Indianapolis Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
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An Indiana Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Who Rides
- Motorcycle Injuries
- Compensation for Indiana Motorcycle Accidents
- We Ride. We Know What to Look For.
At Sevenish Law Firm, we know motorcycles. Our Indiana personal injury attorney and staff are avid bikers. But we admit our joy of motorcycling is dampened by the tragedies our firm routinely handles. We know that even the most experienced rider, wearing full protection, must constantly be vigilant for the negligent driver or dangerous road hazard.
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110 Deaths, Thousands of Injuries
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 110 riders and passengers were killed in Indiana in fatal motorcycle accidents in 2005. In addition, some 2,500 motorcycle injuries were projected in Indiana that year.
Nationwide, motorcycle deaths have more than doubled in a decade, from 2,227 in 1995 to 4,553 fatalities in 2005. Why?
- More motorcycles. The number of registered cycles in the U.S. rose 48 percent from 1995 to 2004 (now nearly 6 million).
- Bigger bikes. Average engine size rose from 841 cc in 1995 to 1,015 cc in 2004. Larger cycles are harder to maneuver in avoiding a crash.
- Older riders. The average age has increased, and bikers over age 40 have the highest fatality and accident rates. Evidence suggests "Baby Boomers" as a group (a) are choosing larger cycles, (b) are less experienced riders, and (c) have slower reaction times than younger riders.
- Helmet laws. Helmet use has dropped to about 50 percent nationwide as several states softened motorcycle helmet requirements in recent years. Of 2005 fatalities, about two-thirds were not wearing a helmet.
Motorcycle Injuries
When a motorcycle collides with a car, truck or fixed object, the motorcycle is at a distinct disadvantage. With no "steel cage," seatbelts or airbags for protection, the NHTSA reports that 4 out of 5 motorcycle crashes result in injury to the rider and/or passenger.
Sevenish Law Firm knows the heartbreaking aftermath of motorcycle crashes. They frequently result in traumatic brain injury or other catastrophic injuries, such as paralysis, amputation of limbs, spinal cord injury and third-degree friction burns. Other common but serious injuries include shattered and fractured bones (pelvis, legs, arms, face), permanent nerve damage and loss of use, disfigurement, motorcycle road rash, and eye injury.
Compensation for Indiana Motorcycle Accidents
Many serious injury victims will never walk again, work again, or enjoy the same life activities they did before the accident. An Indiana personal injury claim for damages seeks to compensate for the financial burdens and emotional effects of a motorcycle crash caused by the negligence of others. You can collect for:
- lost income
- medical bills
- future medical needs
- pain and suffering
- loss of quality of life
- inability to function as a whole person
- disfigurement, deformity and permanency of injury
Our attorney, Randy Sevenish, negotiates firmly with the other driver's insurance company for the full and fair compensation you deserve. If a reasonable settlement can't reached, he'll take the case to a jury.
Every case is prepared for the possibility of a trial. We send investigators to gather photos, videos and witness statements at the crash scene. We hire experts to reconstruct the accident and determine future financial needs. And we may employ "day in the life" video documentaries that show the horrible effects on the victim and family members, from the time of the accident through surgery and therapy.
Notable Case
One recent case, and one of the most satisfying, involved our client, a Kokomo, Indiana man. He suffered severe orthopedic injuries (multiple broken bones) in a collision with a car. Our high-tech, all-day presentation included a high-impact video documentary and other visual exhibits. Mr. Sevenish settled the case with the negligent driver's insurance company for $950,000.
Motorcycle accident claims involve complex legal matters, from technical medical considerations to insurance coverage issues, including comparative fault and Uninsured Motorist policies.
We Ride. We Know What to Look For.
The attorney and staff of Sevenish Law Firm know the dangers a motorcyclist faces, because we ride too. We ride, we understand motorcycle injury law, we understand bikers and bikers trust us. We've encountered near misses ourselves and handled so many motorcycle injury claims that know the questions to ask:
- Was the other driver impaired by alcohol or drugs?
- Was the other driver distracted? (Driver inattention is the leading cause of Indiana motorcycle accidents - 23 percent.)
- Were they obeying traffic laws? (unsafe speed, failure to yield, improper turns, and crossing the center line are major factors in many cycle crashes.
- Did an object (e.g., dead animal) or hazard (pothole, uneven pavement) lead to the crash?
We're Here to Help
Contact an Indiana motorcycle accident lawyer whose firm is founded on service to clients. We aggressively fight for your rights, while supporting you in your recovery. Call 800.278.9200 toll-free throughout Indiana.
