Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
Posted on 27 January, 2022 by Micheal Alexander
Motorcyclists love to ride the highways of the Sunshine State. The warm climate is optimal for Florida motorcycle riders and inviting for our many out-of-state visitors. Unfortunately, motorcycle accidents in Florida have increased every year since 2010. Approximately 90% of those motorcycle crashes result in injuries to the motorcycle driver, the passenger, or both. Another 0.5% of motorcycle accidents in Florida result in fatalities each year.
Even when motorcyclists wear protective gear and drive defensively, their chances of experiencing significant injuriesfrom a crash are much higher than when riding in a car or truck. If you were injured or your loved one was killed in a motorcycle accident, contact the personal injury team at Frohlich, Gordon & Beason, P.A. Our experienced Port Charlotte motorcycle accident attorneys assist clients throughout the area, including in North Port, Englewood, Punta Gorda, Venice, Arcadia, Sarasota, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and beyond.
Compensation for Motorcycle Accident Injuries
At Frohlich, Gordon & Beason, P.A., our attorneys have years of experience helping clients receive fair compensation for their injuries and losses after a motorcycle accident. We understand the unique challenges that clients face in motorcycle accident cases in Florida. The fact that Florida doesn’t require motorcycle owners to carry PIP insurance is one of the challenges we deal with frequently. North Port fl motorcycle accident
When Florida motorcyclists don’t have PIP insurance, the insurance company often denies payment for medical bills and repair bills related to a motorcycle accident. This can leave the motorcycle accident victim with serious financial issues to deal with in addition to the other stress factors related to recovery from the accident. Thankfully, there are still options. Our Port Charlotte motorcycle accident attorneys can help you overcome this hurdle and fight for the compensation you need to move forward with your life.
Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
While motorcycle accidents can be caused by a multitude of factors, many are the result of some form of driver negligence such as:
Speeding
Driving while drunk or drugged
Texting while driving
Failing to yield
Unsafe lane changes
Left turns into the path of oncoming motorcycles
Opening car doors in the path of oncoming motorcycles
When Can a Motorcyclist Sue a Negligent Driver?
Florida’s “no-fault” auto insurance system requires injured motorcyclists to first turn to their own insurance company for compensation in the event of a crash. However, if a motorcyclist suffers injuries that exceed the state’s serious injury threshold, they may sidestep this system and directly sue the responsible driver for compensation.