Jacksonville Motorcycle Accident Injury Lawyers

Motorcycle Accident FAQ

How many motorcycle accidents occur every year? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), around 76,000 injuries and 4,000 fatalities occur every year due to motorcycle accidents.

What causes motorcycle accidents? The causes of motorcycle accidents are almost as varied as their victims. All too often, other motorists don't know how to share the road with bikes and swerve into their lane or cause collisions. Unsafe road conditions and adverse weather can play a part in a motorcycle accident, as can defective parts that malfunction while the driver is operating the motorcycle. In addition, drugs, alcohol, or driver fatigue can play a role in motorcycle accidents.

What are the consequences of motorcycle accidents? Due to the vulnerability of a motorcycle driver or passenger, injury is more likely to occur on a motorcycle that crashes than a passenger vehicle. Helmets can help prevent extreme head injury, but head injury and traumatic brain injury can occur during a motorcycle crash. Minor injuries can include bruises, concussions, scrapes, cuts, and bruises. Major injuries can range from burns and lacerations to spinal cord injuries, paralysis, broken bones, and even death. Often, motorcycle accidents have severe psychological and financial impacts on their victims, who can face expensive medical bills and lose their ability to work altogether.

Who is responsible for motorcycle accidents? User error contributes to many motorcycle accidents, but often negligence can be traced back to other drivers, the motorcycle's manufacturer, dealer, or mechanic, and even the people who fail to maintain a major roadway. Consult with an experienced Jacksonville motorcycle accident attorney when trying to establish liability in your case.

What should I look for in a motorcycle accident attorney? The right Jacksonville motorcycle accident lawyer has extensive experience in the realm of personal injury and a long track record of helping the victims of motorcycle accidents. They should have a supportive, competent staff and a reputation in the community as being confident, aggressive, and skilled. They should have access to the best expert witnesses and investigators and focus extensively on customer service and results.

At Farah & Farah, we've dedicated our entire practice to personal injury representation for over 25 years, including representation of motorcycle accident victims. We're committed to fighting for our clients' rights – and we have gained the respect of the community with our outstanding track record of successful settlements and verdicts. If you've been injured in a motorcycle accident in Jacksonville, your time to file could be limited.

For a free evaluation of your case, call our Jacksonville office today at 1.800.614.3136