Getting back to riding your motorcycle after an accident will be dependent upon the severity of your injuries and the damage done to your motorcycle. Recovering compensation for medical bills and damage done to your motorcycle may take months, but not with our law firm.
With the legal representation of Kaufman & Stigger, you’ll get instantly connected to a lawyer, get paid, and get your life back after a motorcycle accident. Don’t waste another second waiting for the insurance company to compensate you for your damages. Take legal action today by contacting us for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.
How Long Do You Have to File an Auto Insurance Claim After a Motorcycle Accident?
The time you have to file an auto insurance claim after a motorcycle accident will ultimately depend on your insurance policy. Typically, most insurance policies require accident reporting within 24 to 72 hours. So, it is recommended to check your insurance policy to understand the time you have to file your insurance claim.
Personal injury claims, such as motorcycle accidents, have a statute of limitations of two years from the day of the accident. Auto insurance claims usually require evidence and witness statements to prove liability, so it is important to file a claim as soon as possible. Evidence can deteriorate over time and witnesses may forget critical details, which can be harmful to your claim.
Exceptions to the Statute of Limitations for Motorcycle Accidents
In most cases, the statute of limitations for motorcycle accidents begins on the date the collision took place. However, the time can vary based on the following facts:
- Injuries: An injury can take time to form or for the injured victim to become aware of their injury. The discovery of an injury can postpone the start date for the statute of limitations on a claim.
- Wrongful death: a person may lose their life at a much later date due to health complications from the accident. In this case, the victim’s family will be given two years from the day they lost their loved one to file a claim.
- Government Claims: Claims against the government must be filed within 6 months of the accident, or the date of the injury.
How Kaufman & Stigger Helps Motorcycle Accident Victims
If you were injured in a motorcycle accident, you can pursue compensation through the driver’s insurance. However, insurance companies are notorious for being difficult to work with and will most likely offer you a low settlement. They may even deny your claim, delaying any potential outcome by months or even years.
At Kaufman & Stigger, we protect your right to fair compensation and negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf, so you cannot be tricked into accepting “low-ball” settlement offers. We understand how essential a fair settlement is to helping victims like yourself get their lives back quickly and efficiently.
The settlements we win for injured motorcyclists cover the cost of damages for:
- Present and future medical expenses
- Loss of income, as well as the reduction in your earning capacity that you’ve suffered from your injuries
- Cost of living with your injury, such as making your home disability accessible, purchasing a wheelchair or crutches, hiring a nurse or housekeeper
- Damage done to your property during the accident
- Pain and suffering caused by your injuries
- Stress and anxiety due to the nature of your accident
- Your mental state after a life-changing accident
What to do After a Motorcycle Accident?
If you’ve just been in a motorcycle accident, seek medical attention immediately. If you are waiting for an ambulance to arrive, you should move your bike to a safe area. Pull to the side of the road and turn your hazard lights on to indicate to other drivers that there has been an accident. Once you are safe, you can do the following to maximize your compensation:
- Do not admit fault.
- Document the scene with videos, photos, and get eyewitness statements
- Get the contact information of the witnesses and the other driver
- If police were not brought to the scene, report the traffic accident to the DMV
- Contact a personal injury lawyer right away on what your next steps should be
If you’ve suffered injuries or damage to your vehicle as a result of a careless driver, then contact Kaufman & Stigger today for a 100% free consultation and case evaluation.
How Much Can I Get from a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit if I Wasn’t at Fault?
If you are not found at fault for the accident, then you are entitled to whatever settlement amount you and the insurance company agree upon. A lawyer can help you understand what your settlement is worth, depending on the details of your car accident. However, no case is the same, and the outcomes vary on a case-by-case basis. The following factors will play a large part in determining the total value of your car accident settlement:
- Severity of injuries: These can be broken down into 3 tiers, with Tier 3 being the most severe.
- Tier 1: Minor, non-surgical injuries such as strains, sprains, and contusions.
- Tier 2: Deep lacerations, broken or fractured bones that require surgical intervention
- Tier 3: Traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries, resulting in temporary or permanent function loss
- Insurance coverage: the extent of the at-fault party’s insurance policy
- Lost income: Total amount of lost wages, which were a direct result of the injuries sustained from the accident.
- Medical Expenses: Medical expenses incurred from your injuries and any future medical treatments you may expect to have.
- Pain and Suffering: Emotional stress, trauma, and anxiety caused by how much your life has changed since the accident.
Contact Kaufman & Stigger Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident in Kentucky, Kaufman & Stigger can help. Motorcycle accidents often result in extensive injuries, emotional trauma, and property damage. That’s why we aim to get you fully compensated as quickly as possible, so you can focus on what’s important instead of wasting years dealing with the insurance adjusters yourself.
Don’t waste another second wondering how you’re going to get your life back together after being injured in a motorcycle accident. Contact Kaufman & Stigger today for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.
