
- January 20, 2025
- Attorney David Mann
- Motorcycle Accident
Motorcycle accidents often result in far more damage and injury than those involving cars, trucks and other vehicles in which drivers and passengers are more protected. If you’re in a motorcycle accident, the most important thing to do is to seek immediate medical attention for your injuries. Also, even though you may not be actively thinking about a lawsuit against the other driver, it is important to take action. Here are several ways to increase your chances of succeeding in a motorcycle accident.
Follow These Important Steps After a Motorcycle Accident
The aftermath of a motorcycle accident can be chaotic. A lawsuit against the other driver may be the furthest thing from your mind. However, in the long run, these steps will benefit you as your chances may increase for getting compensation for your injuries.
- File a police report. It’s important to file a police report to document what happened, how it happened and when it happened. Without a report, the circumstances of a motorcycle accident can turn into a he-said / she-said contest. If the police don’t come to the accident scene, which does sometimes happen, then a report should be filed immediately afterward.
- Obtain eyewitness information. Try to obtain the contact information (names, addresses, phone numbers and emails) of anyone who may have witnessed the accident. Having someone to corroborate what happened can often make or break a case – especially if there isn’t a police report.
- Take photos and videos. A picture really can be worth a thousand words. Take photographs of everything you can – even if it’s just with your cell phone. Make sure to snap numerous pictures of the damaged vehicle and motorcycle as well as any skid marks, visible injury or other damage.
- Keep a diary. Although it may sound odd, documenting how you feel can become an important part of proving your damages. Write down the level of pain you’re experiencing, how you are feeling emotionally, how often you have to be treated for your injuries and how the accident is affecting your life in general. The legal process can take time, and experiences and memories, if not written down, can become distorted over time.
- Stay off social media. Consider the view of the insurance company that is trying to avoid paying out a settlement. If you claim to be injured from the accident and then post pictures on social media of you hiking with friends, or doing anything the least bit strenuous, the insurance company can use this information against you. Remember, insurance companies are in the business of making money and paying out as little as possible.
To summarize, while you may not be thinking about compensation after an accident, it is important to follow the above ways to increase your chances of succeeding in a motorcycle accident lawsuit. Your next step is to find an experienced and knowledgeable motorcycle accident attorney to represent you.
Contact An Experienced Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
An experienced motorcycle accident attorney knows how the legal process works, how insurance companies operate, and the steps you need to take to make sure that you get every bit of compensation you’re entitled to, including money for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering and more.
If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident in the Macon, Dublin, Warner Robins or Milledgeville, Georgia, area, contact the Mann Law Firm to discuss your situation, determine if you might be entitled to compensation and decide for yourself whether filing a motorcycle injury lawsuit makes sense for you. We’ve been helping bikers obtain the compensation they deserve for over 50 years. Let our experience help you. Give us a call today at (478) 742-3381 to discuss your potential claim.