Motorcycle Accidents

Dangerous Conditions

Motorcycles are, by their very nature, more likely to leave their drivers with very serious injuries in the event of an accident. Other than a helmet and some leather clothing, there is little else in the form of safety equipment to protect the rider from a catastrophic injury. As a consequence, personal injuries suffered in a motorcycle accident tend to be much more serious than those endured by other motorists. This is as true here in Lafayette, Louisiana as it is in other parts of the country. Fortunately, the The Law Office of Derriel C. McCorvey, LLC, is available to provide legal assistance to victims of motorbike accidents throughout Louisiana.

Insurance Liability

If you are a motorcyclist, you already know that other road users do not pay you much heed. You are surely aware of all the dangers lurking around every turn as you navigate your way through traffic. You know, for instance that other motorists have considerable difficulty even seeing cyclists and that you can be knocked down and run over at any time. You may also know that there are significant differences in insurance coverage between motorcyclists and automobile drivers. For instance, motorcycle insurance may not include personal injury protection (PIP). This often means that if you are involved in a motorcycle accident, you will have to seek compensation directly from the other party's insurance carrier, rather than channeling your claim through your own insurance company.

Other Worries

Sadly, the insurance claim is only one of the many worries you will have if you are ever involved in a motorcycle accident. You will also have to deal with huge medical bills, lost wages, damaged property, and a long and painful recovery period as you try to come to terms with the scope of your injuries. You will have to make some important decisions very quickly and under tremendous pressure from many quarters.

If you are suffering from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident, contact us at once for effective and professional legal assistance from an experienced lawyer. We will schedule a free consultation for you with our experienced motorcycle accident attorney.