Tucson Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
Attorney Representation in Phoenix, Arizona Since 1996
Tucson Motorcycle Accident
A motorcycle accident can be devastating. It can leave victims with permanent debilitating injuries, unmanageable medical costs and chronic pain. Damage to the head and neck are common motorcycle accident injuries, and the long-term effects of a traumatic brain injury or spinal cord damage can be life changing. Even less serious accidents often cause significant damage to riders' legs, both bones and soft tissues, and these injuries can take a long time to heal. Hospital bills, motorcycle repairs, lost wages and other costs start to add up.
To protect your health and your rights, there are some crucial steps to take if you are involved in a motorcycle crash. Do not leave the scene of the accident, and try to collect as much information as possible from the other driver and any witnesses. Notes or pictures of the scene are very helpful. Make sure police come to file an official report. They will make investigative notes about the evidence they find at the time. No one can recover this important information later after vehicles have moved, witnesses go home and weather and traffic erase tire marks and other evidence.
Make sure you receive medical attention as soon as possible. Do not try to ride or drive away from the scene if you have any suspicion that you might be injured. When your adrenaline is flowing from the shock of the accident, you will not feel pain normally, and you might not realize you are injured until later. This can be dangerous, especially if you have a head injury due to the accident. Do not risk it; go to the hospital. Make sure to keep records of any medical care you receive. If at some point you do need to recover your costs, these records will be essential to your case.
Finally, make sure you hire a Tucson motorcycle accident lawyer. Not all lawyers have the relevant experience with Arizona motorcycle laws that your legal team must have. Your lawyer should have a proven record of success with cases like yours. Ask questions about qualifications before you choose your lawyer. It could mean the difference between a case settled for a minimum amount and getting the compensation you deserve.
The trustworthy personal injury attorneys at Breyer Law Offices are ready to stand up for your rights in your motorcycle accident case. You should not have to shoulder mounting costs while trying to recover from an accident. Our attorneys are highly skilled in navigating the intricacies of these types of cases. Contact us at 520-624-4228 today so we can assess your case and determine whether you have a legitimate claim to monetary compensation.
