Los Banos Motorcycle Injury Lawyer

Maison Law represents injured motorcycle accident victims in Los Banos, CA. If you’ve found yourself injured in a motorcycle accident, you’re most likely looking at extensive medical bills, property damage, and ongoing treatment costs. Just the financial toll alone can be overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure how to manage the aftermath on your own. But that’s where we can help.

At Maison Law, we will manage your motorcycle accident claim and recover all your costs, as well as additional compensation needed to get your life back on track. So while you focus on your recovery, we’ll take care of all your legal, medical, and financial needs.

Don’t wait until it’s too late. Get the help you need by contacting us today for a no-cost, no-obligation case review.

Do I Need a Lawyer for a Motorcycle Accident?

Los Banos’ scenic valley roads, like Highway 5 and Highway 33, is what make a trek through Los Banos so attractive to avid motorcycle riders in California. However, these winding, valley roads present many hazards like inclement weather and dense traffic at busy intersections. These factors present a serious risk of injury for motorcyclists. When a motorcyclist is injured in an accident, they will usually face severe injuries and property damage that can be life-altering. For that reason, it is recommended to consult with one of our Motorcycle Accident Attorneys at Maison Law.

If you were injured in a motorcycle accident, you can pursue compensation through the at-fault driver’s insurance. At Maison Law, we stand up for injured motorcycle accident victims like yourself and ensure you receive fair compensation from the insurance companies. The damages we secure for injured riders include:

• Economic damages: The financial damages you incurred due to the accident.
  • Medical bills
  • Lost Wages
  • Loss of future potential earnings
  • Loss of property
  • Cost of property repair or replacement
• Non-economic damages: These are subjective, non-compensatory damages.
  • Pain and suffering
  • Emotional distress
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Loss of consortium
• Punitive damages: These are damages awarded to serve as punishment to the at-fault party.
  • Reckless behavior (DUI, street racing)
  • Actions performed out of spite

What You Will Need When Consulting with a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer for the First Time

The initial process of speaking with our law firm for the first time usually starts off with a questionnaire to assess the merits of the case. This questionnaire will provide us with key information to help determine if a case is worth pursuing or not. However, if you’d like to speak directly to one of our attorneys, you can set up a brief meeting to discuss the details of your situation prior to answering a questionnaire. The following data is what potential clients will need when they first sit down with us:

• Employment details: current or former employer, job title, dates of employment, and compensation information.
• Nature of the complaint: type of carelessness that led to your injury (premise liability, reckless driving, defective equipment)
• Timeline of events: dates of key incidents, formal complaints filed, relevant communications with the employer
• Witnesses: names and contact information of potential witnesses to the alleged misconduct
• Documentation: list of relevant documents (x-rays, MRIs, doctor’s diagnosis, physical therapy appointments, workers’ compensation forms)
• Prior legal action: if you’ve filed previous personal injury claims, then the details of your previous case may be relevant to your new case
• Medical information: details about your medical diagnosis and treatment plan
• Social media presence: your injury may be documented online, as well as you discussing the details of your personal injury

Some of these elements may seem irrelevant to your case, but trust us, they are not. Most defense lawyers will use anything they can to diminish the damage done to your life after a motorcycle accident. For example, if your social media account has videos of you speeding on your motorcycle or riding dangerously, they will most likely attempt to use that against you to say you’re a dangerous rider, even if you were safely riding when the accident occurred.

Common Dangers that Cause Motorcycle Accidents in Los Banos

In 2017, according to Berkley University, nearly 22% of all motorcycle accidents were fatal or ended in severe injuries. These horrific accidents are common in Los Banos due to the lack of awareness from other motorists and the amount of risk involved with using a motorcycle in high-traffic areas like Los Angeles. The following dangers are the leading causes of motorcycle accidents:

• Absence of barriers: motorcyclists are not protected by metal, airbags, or seat belts like a typical car. The only preventative barrier is their helmet.
• Reduced Stability: Motorcycles can travel at high speeds, but at the cost of stability, making them susceptible to other vehicles, harsh weather, and hazardous road conditions.
• Reduced Visibility: Motorcyclists are less noticeable to other vehicles, especially at night.
• Poor Road Conditions: debris and other objects on the road might be easy for a car to ride over, but a motorcyclist is at a much higher risk if the road surface has been compromised.

Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in California

According to SAFETrec, 13% of all accidents in the United States involved motorcycles. This mainly due to careless drivers failing to share the road safely with motorcyclists. The most common vehicle collisions with motorcycles include:

• Distracted Driving: even momentary glances can cause devastating accidents. Distracted driving can be proven through camera footage, cell phone records, and collision investigations.
• Speeding: speeding only increases the severity of accidents and is a leading contributor to fatal motorcycle accidents every year in California. A driver’s CPU data can potentially reveal their speed before an accident.
• Moving violation: running red lights, illegal U-turns, or failing to yield can disrupt the flow of traffic, leading to major accidents. These illegal actions can typically be proven by traffic camera footage and eyewitnesses.
• Driving under the influence (DUI): this action is one of the leading causes of fatal motorcycle accidents in California.
• Lane-splitting: occurs when motorcyclists ride between lanes of traffic, which can lead to accidents if drivers are not aware of the motorcyclist.

Proving Fault in a Motorcycle Accident

If you can prove that someone else’s negligence caused your injuries, you will most likely have a case. The following are four elements of evidence necessary to prove fault in a wrongful death case:

1. Had an obligation to act with reasonable care: If a person is driving on the road, they are expected to follow traffic laws, as well as be aware of other drivers on the road.
2. Breached their “duty of care:” The injured party (plaintiff) must demonstrate they were owed a duty of care by the person at fault (defendant). For example, in a car accident, the duty of care would have been ignored if a driver broke a traffic law and was driving dangerously before the collision.
3. Acted careless or reckless: If the driver failed to follow the law or safety protocols and caused another’s death, the plaintiff must prove the other’s careless or reckless actions resulted in the loss of their loved one.
4. Damages: The plaintiff must be able to prove they suffered damages such as medical bills, lost wages, loss of enjoyment of life, or mental trauma.

Proving fault in a motorcycle accident case can be difficult, which is why it is important to have your case managed by a law firm that has the resources to conduct a thorough investigation and prove fault on your behalf. If you need help proving fault in your motorcycle accident case, please contact the attorneys at Maison Law to see what legal options are available for your situation.

Contact Maison Law | Los Banos Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

At Maison Law, we understand that injured victims only have one chance at securing financial relief after a serious accident. That’s why we focus on getting your case resolved and getting you paid as quickly as possible. Our firm has proudly managed numerous motorcycle accident cases, successfully protecting riders from liability and reaching fair settlements quickly and efficiently on their behalf. So, don’t wait until it’s too late to take legal action for your motorcycle accident injury. Contact Maison Law today for a free, no-risk consultation and case evaluation. There are no upfront fees and you don’t pay a cent until your case is won.