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Motorcycle accident damages can quickly add up, leaving victims wondering how to pay for medical expenses and other costs without jeopardizing their financial future. If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a collision that a negligent party caused, the Avalon motorcycle accident lawyers at Berger and Green can demand compensation that can help you get back on your feet.

We can help with every step of your auto insurance claim or lawsuit. From assessing your damages to proving liability, we will put over 40 years of legal experience behind getting financial recovery for you and your family. Contact us today for a free consultation to learn more about how our personal injury lawyers can lead the legal process for you.

Our Avalon, PA, Law Team Will Pursue Awards for All Your Motorcycle Accident Damages

When motorcycles collide with a vehicle or another object, riders are vulnerable to severe and fatal injuries because bikes do not have cabs, seat belts, or other safety features to protect them. Motorcyclists may suffer broken bones, head injuries, spinal cord injuries, and severe cuts and bruises that require costly medical treatment. Victims may also be unable to work while they heal.

You and your family should not shoulder the financial burden of a collision that was not your fault. Our Avalon, PA, motorcycle accident attorneys will help you pursue full and fair compensation from the responsible party. Damages may include the following:

Medical expenses, including ambulance transportation, emergency treatment, doctor and hospital fees, surgeries, mobility aids, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and nursing services
Lost income, including wages, employment benefits, and additional earnings
Lost future earning capacity if you suffered a disabling injury that prevents you from returning to work
Personal property damages, including motorcycle repair or replacement costs, and the cost of other damaged personal items, such as electronics, jewelry, or safety equipment
Physical pain, including monetary compensation for chronic pain, loss of mobility, loss of a bodily function, disfigurement, or scarring
Mental and emotional suffering, including financial awards for stress, depression, anxiety, loss of enjoyment, and diminished quality of life

According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), in 2022, nearly 20 percent of the state’s fatal collisions involved motorcycles. If your loved one suffered a deadly crash injury, our accident attorneys can pursue compensation on their behalf.

Pennsylvania separates awards into two categories: wrongful damages and survival damages. Survival damages are for expenses the deceased’s estate pays before their death. Wrongful death damages compensate family members for their losses. Together, these damages may include the following:

Medical care
Funeral and burial costs
Loss of the deceased’s wages and benefits, including income they would likely have earned had they lived
Loss of the deceased’s support and services
Loss of the deceased’s guidance, comfort, and society

We Fight So You Don’t Have To

Berger and Green have handled thousands of personal injury cases for clients across Pennsylvania. We have the knowledge and resources to find creative and effective solutions for your legal issue while offering you individualized support and services.

When you work with our team, you can rest assured your case is in good hands. While you focus on your recovery or caring for your injured loved one, we will do the following:

Investigate the cause of your injury and prove liability
Identify and calculate your economic and non-economic damages
Prepare and file your insurance claims and legal paperwork
Communicate with insurance agents, opposing attorneys, and other involved parties on your behalf
Negotiate for the maximum compensation
Track and manage deadlines
Represent you at trial if needed

Contact our law firm for a free consultation and get started on your case today.

Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Pennsylvania

Motorcycles are less visible than other automobiles, and drivers must be especially vigilant when sharing the road with riders. When motorists fail to uphold their duty of care, we can hold them financially responsible for accident damages. Examples of driver negligence that could lead to a motorcycle crash include the following:

Speeding or driving too fast for the current road/weather conditions
Drinking and driving
Distracted driving
Aggressive driving or “road rage”
Tailgating
Passing a motorcycle too closely
Driving in the wrong lane
Running a red light or stop sign
Making an improper turn
Failing to yield the right-of-way

Though most car accidents result from driver error, it is not the only cause of motorcycle accidents. Collisions can also happen because of mechanical failures, defective auto parts, or negligent and dangerous road conditions. If one of these problems caused your crash, we can help with a claim against a manufacturer or property owner.

Proving Liability for Your Losses

Our Avalon motorcycle accident lawyers will collect evidence to establish negligence and prove your right to financial compensation. Proof way may use to build your case includes the following:

Medical records
Police reports
Eyewitness statements
Surveillance, cell phone, or dashcam video
Tire marks, debris, and physical evidence from the accident scene
Testimony from crash reconstruction specialists and other case experts
Photographs of your injuries and motorcycle damages
Pay stubs, bills, receipts, and estimates proving your current and expected future losses

Pennsylvania’s Motorcycle Accident Statute of Limitations

Civil action is bound by Pennsylvania’s statute of limitations, which allows two years to file a personal injury lawsuit, according to Pa. C.S.A. § 5524. The statute also allows two years to seek compensation for a loved one’s fatal injury. When filing a wrongful death lawsuit, the clock starts at the time of your family member’s passing. When seeking survival awards, time starts on the date of the accident.

If the above deadlines expire, the court will likely refuse your suit, even if you have a solid claim. Waiting too long will also reduce your insurance bargaining power, often leading to a denied or reduced settlement.

Call Berger and Green About Your Avalon, PA, Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit

Berger and Green will help you pursue every cent owed for your motorcycle accident injury. Our legal team offers free case evaluations and home and hospital visits. In addition, we represent personal injury victims on a contingency fee basis, meaning our services cost nothing up front or out of pocket.