Atlanta Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Riding a motorcycle is an exhilarating experience. The sense of freedom, breezing through the open roads with blood pumping through your veins cannot be replicated.  The excitement and rush of riding a motorcycle, however, also comes along with its own set of perilous hazards.  Riding a motorcycle is inherently dangerous. There is no seatbelt, no barriers to protect you while you ride at a high rate of speed. One wrong move and you could find yourself in the hospital suffering from serious injuries.  In fact, a motorcyclist is 28x more likely to die than an occupant in a passenger car to die in a motor vehicle accident.

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Accomplished Attorney Representing Injured Motorcycle Accident Victims Throughout Georgia

The Atlanta motorcycle accident attorneys at KIM LAW are committed to protecting the rights of injured motorcyclists. An advocate for the rights of those injured as a result of another’s negligence, the firm is dedicated to ensuring victims receive the compensation they deserve for their injuries. If you or someone you love was recently hurt while riding a motorcycle, take immediate action and seek the proficient support of KIM LAW.  

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A Motorcycle Accident Can Occur for Any Number of Reasons

Experienced motorcyclists will know how to ride safely, protect themselves, and minimize the risks. The problem with motorcycle accident cases is often not the motorcyclist, it’s often the other drivers on the road. While a rider may have total control of the motorcycle and practice safe riding, it is impossible to control the negligence of others.

For instance, motorcycle accidents can happen when:

  • An elderly woman is pulling her car out in front of a rider,
  • A distracted teenager fiddling with his phone rear-ends a rider, or
  • A man late for work driving through a red traffic light strikes a rider.

The reality is that there are countless situations that could lead to a serious motorcycle accident.  

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Sadly, motorcycle accidents happen regularly. To make matters worse, as a result of their exposure, injury rates among motorcyclists are incredibly high. According to a 2021 report published by the Georgia Department of Driver Services, while motorcycles represent just 2 percent of all registered vehicles in the state, riders are consistently overrepresented when it comes to traffic accident fatalities. The department reports that in 2019, riders represented a total of 11 percent of all traffic accident fatalities and 21 percent of the total driver fatalities.

The State of Georgia reports that motorcycle accident fatalities have steadily increased in recent years. The Department of Driver services reports the following motorcycle accident statistics:

  • Between 2017 and 2019, the fatality rate among motorcyclists increased by 22 percent.
  • Out of every 100,000 registered motorcycles in the state, approximately 1,941.5 of these vehicles were involved in accidents.
  • The area of Atlanta accounted for 42 percent of all motorcycle accidents in the state.
  • Atlanta has a higher rate of motorcycle accidents compared to rural counties.
  • Riders between the ages of 25 to 34 account for 23 percent of all motorcycle driver fatalities.
  • $221 million was the cost of motorcycle-related emergency-room and hospitalizations.

Single-Vehicle Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle accidents do not have to necessarily involve other drivers. Although a vast majority of these accidents do involve collisions with other motorists on the road, these accidents can also happen as a result of other factors. These factors include, but are not limited to:

  • Deteriorated pavements,
  • Falling debris, such as rocks and branches,
  • Equipment flying off the back of a truck,
  • Poorly marked construction zones,
  • Poorly engineered roads,
  • Lack of street lighting, and
  • Defective motorcycle parts.

A rider involved in a single-vehicle accident may still be eligible for financial compensation for his or her injuries when the injuries were caused as a result of another’s negligence, even if it doesn’t involve another driver. Depending on the specifics of the case, the following third parties may face responsibility for the accident:

  • The motorcycle manufacturer or seller,
  • The vehicle parts manufacturer,
  • The construction company responsible for the dangerous road, and
  • The government agency responsible for failing to maintain the road’s safety.

Dealing With Insurance Companies After an Accident

After a serious motorcycle accident, it is important to avoid attempting to tackle insurance companies. Insurance companies will attempt to use every tactic to take advantage of the motorcyclist’s lack of legal knowledge and experience for their own benefit. For example, the insurance adjuster will most likely request a recorded statement from the injured rider without explaining what his or her obligations are, in hopes of catching the rider misspeaking or misunderstanding the insurance claims adjuster with the purpose of devaluing the claim. Injured motorcyclists will need the legal guidance and support of an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer in Atlanta, Georgia to speak on their behalf and protect their accident claim. With the support of a qualified motorcycle attorney, it is possible to present a strong case to the insurance company that will deliver maximum value and prevents them from minimizing the injury claim.