Riding a motorcycle can be fun and exciting. However, motorcyclists face certain dangers that other drivers may not experience because they don’t offer as much protection as cars, and Dallas roads can be unforgiving. Crashes are common, and an experienced Dallas motorcycle accident lawyer becomes essential in those cases.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle crash, an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer at the Zinda Law Group can help you recover compensation.
Seeking Compensation for Damages in a Dallas Motorcycle Accident
Many motorcycle accidents are caused by another driver who fails to see the motorcyclist on the road. One example could be a car or truck turning left without seeing the motorcyclist in the next lane and hitting them.
There are several ways that another person could be responsible for your motorcycle accident:
- Failure to signal a lane change
- Tailgating a motorcycle
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Disregarding traffic laws for lights and stops signs
- Driving under the influence
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Economic damages and non-economic damages may be recovered in a motorcycle accident case. And in very rare circumstances, punitive damages can be rewarded. The best way to learn which damages you qualify for is to contact a Dallas motorcycle accident lawyer.
Economic Damages
These are damages that bills and receipts can prove. These damages may include:
- Medical bills
- Loss of earnings due to the inability to work
- Cost of rehabilitation and prescription medications
- Cost of medical care, such as assistive devices or in-home treatment
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages may be harder to prove because they compensate for the intangible, unquantifiable losses associated with the accident. These damages may include:
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Loss of ability to enjoy life
- Permanent disabilities
Punitive Damages
Punitive damages are very rare. These damages are meant to punish the party responsible for extremely reckless behavior and deter similar behavior in the future.
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Based on information from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), the fatality rate for motorcyclists involved in accidents is approximately 28 times higher than for car drivers. Even if a motorcyclist practices safe riding habits and takes necessary precautions, the actions of other drivers on the road can still pose a significant risk to motorcyclists.
A total of 562 motorcycle riders died in crashes in 2022 in Texas, an 8% increase over the previous year, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. There are a few common causes of such accidents.
Risky Riding
Motorcycle accidents may result when the rider or other motorists on the road fail to drive safely. This involves having the skills necessary to operate a motorcycle in various terrain and weather conditions for motorcyclists. Splitting lanes, or when a motorcycle travels between two lanes of traffic, is prohibited in Texas.
Other Motorists
Motorcyclists must share the road with cars, and motorists must always be alert for them. Before turning left or changing lanes, a car driver must carefully scan the road for motorcycle riders to ensure their safety.
Disregarding the Requirements for Riding
To make sure they know how to ride properly, motorcycle riders should enroll in an approved motorcycle riding course and receive the necessary license. In Texas, you must ride a motorcycle with a current Class M license. To obtain this license, you must pass a riding test and a written exam covering motorcycle-related traffic legislation.
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According to Texas law, you are not legally required to wear a helmet in Texas if you are over 21 and can prove that you have completed a motorcycle training course. Alternatively, you are not required to wear a helmet if you can provide proof of at least $10,000 in medical insurance coverage. A police officer cannot pull you over just to check for these requirements.
Not wearing a helmet may also negatively affect your claim in the event of an accident. Not wearing a helmet may demonstrate that you assumed the risk of riding without one. Still, a Dallas motorcycle accident attorney will be able to give you more information during your free consultation.
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Head injuries, including concussions and neck injuries, can occur despite using a helmet. The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) advises wearing a helmet that meets the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 218 to ensure safety. This can be identified by the presence of a DOT symbol at the rear of the helmet.
Even when motorcyclists wear appropriate protective gear, such as clothing, they remain vulnerable to skin abrasions, scrapes, and bruises in the event of an accident. Regardless of whether they don thick leather or denim attire, riders are still exposed to the risk of sliding across the road during a motorcycle collision.
Additionally, motorcyclists may sustain fractures and internal bleeding throughout their bodies. Protective clothing does not completely protect against fractures in limbs, fingers, or ribs when a rider comes into contact with the ground or collides with another vehicle.
The following are some of the most common motorcycle injuries:
- Facial injuries
- Fractured bones
- Road rash
- Spinal cord damage
- Brain injuries
- Internal bleeding
- Amputations
- Neck and back injuries
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Death
What to Do If a Motorcycle Accident in Dallas Results in a Wrongful Death
If a family member has suffered a fatal motorcycle accident, you may have the right to file a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death claim is filed against the party responsible for causing the death of your loved one.
Damages may include funeral or burial costs, medical treatment leading up to the death, mental anguish and grief in dealing with the death, and loss of consortium. The family members who can bring a claim are the surviving spouse, surviving children, or surviving parents. These parties may file separately or together.
Talk to an Experienced Dallas Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Our team of skilled Dallas personal injury attorneys at Zinda Law Group has provided assistance to numerous individuals affected by motorcycle accidents in Dallas. With our wealth of knowledge and available resources, we are fully equipped to assist you in pursuing the highest possible compensation following a motorcycle accident.
Contact us today to schedule a complimentary case evaluation with one of our dedicated Dallas motorcycle accident attorneys. Rest assured that you will not be charged anything unless we successfully win your case. That’s our No Win, No Fee Guarantee.
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