Marietta Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Warm weather in Cobb County beckons motorcyclists to hit the open road and feel the wind in their hair (figuratively, of course – helmets are legally required for riders!). Motorcycles are small, agile vehicles, providing a sense of freedom that cars and trucks simply cannot provide. Unfortunately, this freedom comes with a trade-off for safety.
Bikers have two things protecting them from the unforgiving asphalt: the motorcycle itself, and whatever apparel the rider is wearing. As such, when accidents happen, bikers are at a much higher risk of suffering severe, and sometimes fatal, injuries. Due to the attitude many drivers across Cobb County have of bikers, the risk of being seriously injured is always present.
If you have suffered injuries after a motorcycle crash caused by someone else, we can help. The experienced attorneys at Scholle Law have over 25 years of experience representing motorbike accident victims and aggressively fighting for the compensation they deserve. In that time, we have recovered millions on behalf of our clients.
To schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with a Marietta motorcycle accident lawyer, call us at (866) 592-1296 or contact us online today.
What You Should Know About Motorcycle Insurance
Before an accident even happens, there are steps you can take to make sure you are protected. Most importantly, make sure that you have motorcycle insurance coverage, and that you fully comprehend what that coverage entails.
Many bikers purchase a full coverage policy, only to find that their policy is not as comprehensive as they thought. By definition, a full coverage policy only needs to have some form of coverage in each category, but does not specify how much coverage is in each category. This means you could have almost no coverage in medical, but be fully covered in liability.
When you purchase insurance, it is extremely important to figure out exactly what your insurance policy actually covers. This way, if you ever do find yourself in a position where you need to file a claim, you know what damages you can be compensated for, and there are no unpleasant surprises.
Dealing with the insurance company after a motorcycle wreck
When you are involved in an accident, you are legally required to report the incident to your insurance provider, typically within 48 hours. When you do call, do not provide more details than are absolutely necessary. The information you should share includes:
- Your name, policy number, and other identifying information
- The other driver’s identifying and insurance information
- The year, make, and model of all vehicles involved
- Where and when the accident happened
- If you have dropped your bike off for repairs and, if so, where you took it
- If a police report was filed
Any information provided beyond these bare basics can weaken your legal position if you file a personal injury lawsuit later. Both your insurance provider and the other driver’s insurer will likely ask innocent-sounding questions like how the crash occurred or if you suffered injury. If you answer these questions, you are putting yourself at risk of the insurance company using your words against you.
Instead, politely but firmly tell them the other information they need is on the police report. If, for some reason, there is not a police report, let them know you wish to speak with your attorney before answering any more questions – even if you have not found a lawyer yet. When you do hire a lawyer, they will handle communication with the insurance company on your behalf.
Speak to a Marietta Motorcycle Accident Attorney Today
For many bikers, saddling their motorcycle and hitting the open road is as close to paradise on earth as they will ever get. But when their ride is interrupted by a wreck, their joyride can quickly become a nightmare. Because they are not protected by the safety features a typical car has, collisions can result in severe, and sometimes life-threatening, injuries.
If you have suffered injuries after a motorcycle crash caused by someone else, we can help. The experienced attorneys at Scholle Law have over 25 years of experience representing motorbike accident victims and aggressively fighting for the compensation they deserve. In that time, we have recovered millions on behalf of our clients.
To schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with a Marietta motorcycle accident lawyer, call us at (866) 592-1296 or contact us online today.