Were you injured in a motorcycle accident? If so, you need an attorney you can trust. The experienced South Bend motorcycle accident lawyers at Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak can help you recover the compensation you deserve after being injured in a motorcycle crash. You may be entitled to payment for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. Contact us today to learn more about your legal options and how we can help you.
We provide free consultations, and there is no need to come into our office, as we will come to you. We also charge no upfront legal fees and only receive payment for handling your case if you receive compensation. If your case ends with no payout, you owe us nothing. Do not wait to contact a South Bend motorcycle accident attorney today.
Contact us now for a free consultation by calling (574) 444-0741.
Our Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Can Help
If the negligence of another person has caused you or a loved one to be injured in a motorcycle crash, the South Bend motorcycle accident attorneys at Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak are here to help. Our experienced lawyers have handled countless bodily injury cases resulting from various motorcycle accidents. We understand the laws that are in place to protect motorcyclists and will review the details of your accident and advise you of your legal options.
A South Bend motorcycle accident lawyer at Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak can help you after a crash by:
- Investigating the scene of the incident to establish fault
- Reviewing the police report from the accident for any details that can support your claim
- Interviewing eyewitnesses and gathering evidence about how the accident happened
- Speaking and negotiating with insurance companies on your behalf
- Helping you understand your insurance policy and receive any benefits you are entitled
- Contacting medical experts who can evaluate your condition
- Pursuing compensation for medical bills, lost wages and other factors
Contact us today and a member of our knowledgeable legal staff will be in touch with you shortly. If needed, we can come to your house, workplace or the hospital, to discuss your injuries and the details of your accident. But you must act now, because you only have a certain amount of time to file a claim.
Call (574) 444-0741 for help today.
When Should I Contact a Lawyer?
It is vital that you contact a South Bend motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible after an accident. This is because the insurance company will likely have short deadlines for filing an insurance claim, and if you need to file a personal injury lawsuit, you will have to do so within the statute of limitations.
The statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit for a motorcycle accident in Indiana is two years. If this deadline passes, you will not be able to file a lawsuit seeking compensation for the damages you have experienced.
And while two years may sound like a long time, our attorneys will need time to negotiate with the insurance company, investigate your accident and injuries, and build your case.
Therefore, time is of the essence, and it is very important that you contact a qualified motorcycle accident lawyer in South Bend immediately following a collision. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can get to work defending your rights and fighting for the compensation you deserve. Do not wait to schedule a free, no obligation consultation today.
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Types of Available Compensation
In most cases following a motorcycle accident, you will be able to obtain compensation through an auto insurance claim filed with the at-fault driver’s insurance company or your own insurer.
Our attorneys will handle all communications with the insurance company on your behalf, including negotiating the terms of your settlement. Depending on the type of insurance each party has, it may be possible to get compensation for your:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Hospital stays
- Surgeries
- Property loss
- Funeral bills
If the insurance company is not willing to offer fair compensation to you, or if there is not enough compensation available through an insurance claim, we will determine if it is in your best interest to file a lawsuit to help you get the compensation you deserve. Additional compensation available through a personal injury lawsuit may include payment for:
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of companionship
- Emotional distress
Our Seasoned auto accident lawyers know where and how to find all possible areas of compensation after an accident, so you can focus on recovering and getting back to your normal life again. Contact us today to find out how much your case is worth and how we can help you obtain the maximum compensation you deserve.
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Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
Since 1998, motorcycle accident fatalities have steadily increased. In 2015, there were 4,693 motorcyclists killed in accidents in the U.S., according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. That accounts for 13 percent of all motor vehicle accident deaths that year, which is more than double the number of deaths in 1997.
Most motorcycle accidents are caused by the negligence of another driver, which can happen when a driver:
- Runs a red light or stop sign
- Does not fully stop at a red light before turning right
- Drives while distracted by passengers, cellphones, etc.
- Does not yield the right-of-way
- Drives faster than the speed limit
- Does not check blind spots before changing lanes
An experienced motorcycle accident attorney in South Bend can help determine the cause of your motorcycle accident and who should be held liable for the damages you have suffered. We will work with accident reconstruction specialists and other relevant professionals to piece together exactly how the incident occurred.
Our law firm has attorneys with years of proven success in handling motorcycle accident cases. You can trust our motorcycle accident lawyers in South Bend to carefully evaluate all of the details and circumstances of your incident and help you fight for the compensation you deserve.
Determining Negligence in Your Motorcycle Accident
All motorists are bound by law to follow certain laws when driving. When a motorist fails to obey the laws of the road, he or she has acted negligently by failing to use reasonable care. If that negligence caused your accident and injuries, you may have legal options and may be entitled to compensation through a personal injury lawsuit.
To prevail in a negligence case, your South Bend motorcycle accident attorney must show that the at-fault party did not exercise due diligence, that this failure to use due care caused the accident, and that the accident caused your injuries.
To prove this, your South Bend motorcycle accident lawyer will investigate your accident to look for evidence that shows the other party acted negligently, which could include being impaired, failing to follow traffic laws, or failing to pay attention to his or her surroundings.
We will then seek evidence that shows that your injuries could not have been caused by anything other than the accident. This will require gathering and reviewing your medical records and may require the assistance of medical experts who can show how your injuries are linked to the accident.
If you believe your motorcycle accident was the result of the negligence of another driver, our experienced South Bend motorcycle accident lawyers will review your specific circumstances and determine whether you have a case. If your attorney determines that you have a valid case, he or she will aggressively move forward to help you get the compensation you need.
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Injuries from Motorcycle Accidents
Because motorcycles do not have the protective equipment that cars do – seat belts, airbags and the surrounding structure of an automobile – injuries to a motorcycle rider tend to be much more severe than injuries to individuals in enclosed vehicles. Some of the most common injuries include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Road rash
- Burn injuries
- Broken bones or fractures
- Spinal cord injuries
- Amputation
- Wrongful death
Our motorcycle accident attorneys in South Bend know the devastating injuries that can result from a motorcycle accident. That is why we are committed to helping accident victims and their families obtain the maximum compensation they deserve. We want to help you get the financial help you need to pay for medical bills and other expenses from your injuries.
Contact Our South Bend Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
After experiencing a serious injury while riding your motorcycle, you need a law firm in South Bend that will truly focus on your case, handling all insurance issues, and protecting your legal rights every step of the way. When working with our results-driven lawyers, you will never doubt that our focus is on what is best for your future.
The experienced South Bend motorcycle accident attorneys at Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak know that this is a challenging time for you. Contact our experienced legal team now for a free evaluation to learn more about your legal options.
Call (574) 444-0741 for help with your claim.
