If you are a Los Angeles motorcyclist, you love your bike, but you also know that riding in this city is dangerous. Traffic crashes of all kinds, including motorcycle accidents, continue to be a primary public safety issue in Los Angeles County. Nationwide, motorcyclists are five times as likely to be hurt and 26 times as likely to be killed as passengers in enclosed vehicles.
Motorcycle injuries can be devastating. There could be property damage and medical bills. You may be unable to work and earn an income. Your quality of life and your relationship with your family can be affected. When involved in a motorcycle accident, you are entitled to compensation for expenses and losses in all these areas.
Depending on whether you have been seriously injured, you may not be able to do all these things. However, if you can:
- Check on the condition of others in the accident.
- Call 911.
- Exchange contact and insurance information with other drivers.
- Look for eyewitnesses and obtain contact information.
- Take photos of the damage.
As soon as possible afterward:
- Contact your insurance company.
- Get any needed medical treatment, and keep a record of visits and results.
- If you have been injured, or if you suspect you have hidden injuries, contact a personal injury attorney.
There is a lot to deal with after a motorcycle accident. There are medical providers, repair shops, insurance companies, and sometimes follow-up from the police. If you are injured, it is wise to hand off as many responsibilities as possible to an expert so you can focus on recovery.
Motorcycle accidents involve some very specific legal issues, so it is critical to engage a lawyer who is experienced in this area. The Law Office of Joshua P. Koshki understands what you are dealing with and knows how to deal with the issues involving your crash. We will fight for you and recover the compensation you are entitled to.
