Prioritize safety and medical care by calling 911 immediately, even if injuries seem minor. Move out of traffic if safe, but never leave the scene. Document the accident with photos and exchange information with other drivers and witnesses. Avoid admitting fault and stick to facts when speaking with police, and contact a motorcycle accident attorney promptly to protect your rights and handle your claim.
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COMMON TYPES OF BAY AREA MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS
We understand motorcycle accidents. Scott Righthand has been a rider since age 14 and he knows from firsthand experience how four-wheeled vehicle operators ignore motorcycles, move into their lanes without looking, intentionally and unintentionally compromise their safety on California roadways. Here in California, lane splitting is legal and must be respected by the motoring public. Of course, the laws here require a helmet and we recommend good riding clothes at all times. We also know that the Bay Area cities and towns often lease scooters, electric bicycles and other motorcycle-like vehicles where riders are similarly exposed to injury and may not be properly outfitted. We know also that on a beautiful day in the San Francisco Bay Area, riders want to dress down some and experience the pleasures of riding here.
Motorcycle riding carries added risks. We all know that. But drivers of other vehicles must be aware of motorcycles and share the road with them. They must be on the lookout for two-wheeled motor vehicles.
We know that when you are injured in a bike accident, you are much more likely to be seriously hurt than if you were in a protected car or truck. Our office has litigated, settled and tried all types of motorcycle collision cases. We know motorcycles.
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS? REACH OUT TO OUR FIRM FOR ANSWERS.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, regardless of the type, contact our lawyers at The Law Office of Scott Righthand, P.C., for guidance.
Our San Francisco motorcycle accident attorneys can carefully review your case and determine the best way to craft your claim. We will look at factors like whether or not the driver who hit you was engaging in illegal activity at the time, such as driving under the influence of drugs or texting or otherwise distracted.
FAQs About Motorcycle Accidents in California
What if the other driver was distracted or impaired?
When another driver’s distraction or impairment causes your motorcycle accident, it significantly strengthens your claim and may increase the compensation you can recover. Distracted driving includes texting, talking on cell phones, eating or any other activity that takes attention away from driving. Impaired driving encompasses both alcohol consumption and drug use. Our firm knows how to investigate and prove distraction and impairment in motorcycle accident cases.
What are the most common causes of motorcycle accidents in the Bay Area?
Common causes for motorcycle accidents include distracted or drunk driving, speeding, negligent left turns or lane changes and road hazards that pose particular risks for motorcycle riders.
How does California's lane-splitting law impact my claim?
California is one of the few states where lane-splitting is legal, meaning motorcyclists can ride between lanes of moving or stopped traffic. However, this legal practice is often misunderstood by other drivers and can become a point of contention in accident claims. Our firm knows how to defend legal lane-splitting and present evidence showing that you were operating within the law.
What are the benefits of working with a motorcycle accident attorney?
Motorcycle accident attorneys possess unique insights into the dynamics of motorcycle operation, the challenges riders face on the road and the common causes of motorcycle accidents. We understand the bias and stereotypes that motorcyclists often face, as well as the serious impacts these types of accidents can have. Scott Righthand’s personal experience as a lifelong rider further provides invaluable perspective that benefits our clients.
Our attorneys bring more than three decades of insight and have secured millions of dollars in verdicts in settlements for injury victims. Let us help you. Call our office today or email us to get started. We offer free case evaluations to all potential clients.
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Beyond our accolades, we believe it is our compassion that truly sets us apart. When you come to our firm, you
can be confident knowing that we truly care about what you’re facing and will do whatever it takes to
secure a successful outcome.
Beyond our accolades, we believe it is our compassion that truly sets us apart. When you come to our firm, you
can be confident knowing that we truly care about what you’re facing and will do whatever it takes to
secure a successful outcome.
If you have been seriously injured through the fault of another person or product,
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- Email: scott@righthandlaw.net
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