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Tempe Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Fighting for Injured Riders’ Rights

Motorcyclists in Maricopa County love riding the Apache Trail, the Copper Corridor, and the Bee Line Highway. Unfortunately, there’s a risk of being involved in a motorcycle accident any time you’re riding. These accidents are often the fault of negligent drivers who fail to yield or open their car doors without looking, and the results can be devastating.

If a negligent driver injures you in Tempe or greater Maricopa County, you can pursue compensation by filing a personal injury lawsuit. Valley Injury Team can help. We have a high success rate in personal injury cases, recovering millions of dollars for our clients annually. You don’t have to accept the consequences of someone else’s negligence without a fight. Hold them accountable by calling Valley Injury Team today for your free initial consultation.

Motorcycle Accidents in Tempe, Maricopa County

There were 3,165 motorcycle crashes in Arizona in one recent year. Of these, 2,019 occurred in Maricopa County, making it the most dangerous county in the state for motorcyclists. Motorcycle accidents include:

  • Collisions with cars
  • Collisions with pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals
  • Collisions with objects
  • Overturning accidents

Crashing with a motor vehicle is one of the most dangerous types of accidents for a motorcyclist. Car passengers are protected by seatbelts and the body of the car, reducing the risk of serious injury. A motorcycle rider has no such protection. When a car collides with a motorcycle, the motorcyclist often faces catastrophic injury.

Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents

Many drivers believe the stereotype that motorcyclists are reckless and responsible for accidents, but in a collision between a car and a motorcycle, the car driver is more likely at fault.

Some of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents in Tempe include:

  • Going too fast for conditions
  • Exceeding the speed limit
  • Failure to yield the right-of-way
  • Following too closely
  • Running a stop sign
  • Disregarding a traffic signal
  • Improper turns
  • Driving to the left of the center line
  • Passing in a no-passing zone
  • Changing lanes unsafely
  • Failure to remain in the correct lane
  • Crossing the median
  • Driving aggressively
  • Driving the wrong way
  • Impaired driving

While motorcycle accidents happen for many reasons, two of the most common reasons for collisions between motorcycles and cars are failure to yield the right of way and dooring. Dooring occurs when a driver opens their vehicle door (usually after parking) without checking to see if a motorcycle is approaching. This can cause the motorcyclist to crash into the door at high speed.

Motorcycles have the right of way in the same circumstances as any other vehicle. Arizona law prohibits drivers from doing anything to deprive a motorcyclist of the full use of a lane. Accidents result when drivers fail to yield the right of way to motorcyclists.

Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Accident

A motorcycle accident is an upsetting and disorienting experience, and you may not be able to do everything you would like to do in the aftermath of a crash. 

If you can, these are the steps you should take after a motorcycle accident in Tempe, Arizona:

  • Get yourself and your bike out of the way of oncoming traffic
  • Assess yourself for any injuries
  • Call 911 to report the accident
  • Exchange information with the other driver, but don’t admit fault or speculate about the accident
  • Take photos of your injuries, the damage to your bike, and the accident scene
  • Get contact info for anyone who saw the crash
  • Tell the police what happened when they arrive
  • Seek medical care as soon as possible
  • Contact a motorcycle accident attorney for help seeking compensation

What Compensation Can You Seek After a Motorcycle Accident in Arizona?

Liability insurance is mandatory in Arizona, so the driver who hit you should have insurance to cover your injuries. All Arizona drivers must carry $25,000 in bodily injury coverage per person, up to $50,000 in bodily damage for one accident, and $15,000 in property damage liability. Some drivers carry more coverage to protect themselves from liability in a major accident.

In a personal injury lawsuit, you can ask for compensation for:

  • Medical expenses including future expenses
  • Lost income, such as wages, commissions, bonuses, and lost earning capacity
  • Pain and suffering
  • Mental and emotional distress

Arizona courts may also award punitive damages if the driver was intoxicated or otherwise acting with total disregard for the rights and safety of others. Punitive damages can greatly increase the size of your final jury award.

The Arizona Statute of Limitations

The Arizona Statute of Limitations for personal injury cases gives you two years from the accident date to file a lawsuit. Always contact a motorcycle accident lawyer immediately after an accident so your lawyer will have ample time to investigate the facts and negotiate on your behalf. If the driver’s insurance company doesn’t offer a fair settlement, your lawyer can file a lawsuit for you before the two-year time limit is up. If you leave it too long and don’t file your case in time, the court will dismiss your lawsuit, and you will lose the right to demand compensation.

What the Valley Injury Team Can Do for You

There are two big advantages to hiring an experienced motor vehicle accident lawyer from Valley Injury Team after a motorcycle crash. The first advantage is that we can investigate the case for you. This takes a lot of stress and hard work off your hands. 

We will do many things you would find challenging to deal with while recovering from injuries, such as:

  • Interviewing all eyewitnesses
  • Reviewing the police report
  • Examining the accident scene
  • Examining the damage to your vehicle
  • Reviewing your medical records and consulting with medical specialists

Once we finish the investigation, we will know what happened, who is at fault for the accident, and how much your injuries are worth in terms of a settlement.

The second advantage of hiring the Valley Injury Team is that we have the experience and the negotiating skills to handle all the negotiations with the insurance company.

Big insurance carriers often try to offer as little as possible when settling a personal injury claim. They do this because they know that not everyone has a lawyer to represent them, and they’re hoping to get the case off their books for as little money as possible. We know the expense and heartache a collision between a car and a motorcycle can cause, and we won’t put up with it.

We won’t accept a lowball offer but will always push for maximum compensation for your losses. If the insurance company won’t offer a reasonable settlement, we will take them to court, and they know it. That’s a significant advantage in negotiations.

Contact a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today

Were you hurt in a motorcycle accident in Tempe or Maricopa County, Arizona? Contact the experienced personal injury lawyers at Valley Injury Team. We recover millions of dollars annually for clients injured in Tempe, Arizona and surrounding area.

You shouldn’t have to pay for the consequences of someone else’s negligence. Careless drivers hurt motorcyclists far too often. Don’t let them get away with it. Contact Valley Injury Team today for a free consultation with a Tempe motorcycle accident attorney.

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Chris is AMAZING to work with! He got me way more than I expected and in a short period of time!!
Loved my experience with Adam and his team. My husband and I felt heard and he gave his best our whole time during our ordeal. Would recommend his services to anyone in need of an amazing attorney!
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If you suffered injuries in an accident due to someone else’s negligence or wrong doing, you have the right to pursue compensation for your injuries and losses. At Valley Injury Team, we fight tirelessly to protect your rights and seek the compensation you need. We’re proud to serve clients throughout the Phoenix area, including Mesa, Gilbert, Tempe, Chandler, Scottsdale and Queen Creek. 

Valley Injury Team is committed to helping you understand your legal rights and options, reducing your stress and uncertainty, and giving you the support you need during this challenging time. Contact us today to learn more in a free consultation.

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