MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT LAWYERS – HIT BY CAR INJURED
The number one cause of a motorcycle accident is a car not keeping a good lookout or distracted driving. A motorcycle hit by a truck or car is a situation our injury attorneys see too often. Of course, he driver of a car is legally required to keep a lookout for hazards and other vehicles. This includes motorcycles. When a motorcycle is hit by a truck or car, our top MN lawyers focus on whether the driver was keeping a proper lookout. Here is a statute our best MN motorcycle accident lawyers use when pursuing this type of case:
169.14 SPEED LIMITS, ZONES; RADAR.
Subdivision 1. Duty to drive with due care.
No person shall drive a vehicle on a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable and prudent under the conditions. Every driver is responsible for becoming and remaining aware of the actual and potential hazards when existing on the highway. Also, the driver must use due care in operating a vehicle. In every event, speed shall be so restricted as may be necessary to avoid colliding with any person or vehicle entering the highway. This is in compliance with legal requirements and the duty of all persons to use due care.
Of course, it is important for the motorcycle driver to be careful as well. But in our experience, when a car hits a motorcycle, it is usually because the driver of the automobile was not paying attention. If you are injured this way, it is important to call a top motorcycle accident lawyer in Minnesota. That way, we can properly investigate the case, including interviewing witnesses and law enforcement. Our best motorcycle accident attorneys are experienced with these cases and helping you get fair compensation for your injury.
EXPERIENCED MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY IN MN
Our motorcycle accident injury attorneys have successfully represented many Minnesota motorcyclists who were hit by a car. In most cases, the motorcycle driver or passenger is injured because a car driver was not keeping a proper lookout. Often, the car makes a lane change into the motorcycle. In other cases, the car was speeding or following too close. Many times, the car pulled out in front of the motorcycle and the motorcycle crashed into it.
Unfortunately, the injuries sustained by a person on a motorcycle are rarely minor. At a minimum, the motorcycle rider will sustain road rash from the accident, which can cause permanent scarring. Worse, a motorcycle accident can cause those riding the bike to suffer fractured bones, head injuries or death. See also, HOW TO GET MEDICAL BILLS PAID.
Pam Rochlin and David Rochlin are Minnesota personal injury attorneys with more than 25 years’ experience. We have handled hundreds of motorcycle and car accident injury cases. Pam was a former partner at Meshbesher & Spence, now able to offer small firm attention to her clients.
MOTORCYCLE INJURY LAWYER WILL COME TO YOU
A motorcycle accident lawyer can meet with you to discuss to discuss your injury case at our offices in Edina, Woodbury and Minneapolis. In addition, our attorneys will also come to you to discuss your motorcycle accident injury in St. Paul, Rogers MN, Elk River, Maple Grove, Brooklyn Park MN, Chanhassen, Chaska, and other cities throughout Minnesota. We will always provide you with a free initial consultation. Further, we will never charge anything unless you receive compensation. Our primary focus is to make sure you get the compensation you are entitled to.
For additional information on motorcycle safety, check out these websites: Motorcycle Safety Foundation. American Motorcyclist Association https://www.facebook.com/aba.nation.HQ?fref=ts. Wikipedia has a good article on motorcycle safety. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motorcycle_safety. Even more resources.