Motorcycle Injury Lawyer

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I’m involved in a motorcycle accident?

If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, it is important to remain at the scene. If you flee, you could be criminally prosecuted. Stay calm and call the police. Seek medical attention, even if you are not injured. Your injuries may take a few days—even weeks—to surface. Be sure to collect the names, addresses and phone numbers of any witnesses or others involved in the accident. You will also need to collect any and all insurance information from those involved in the accident. It is easy to become overwhelmed or discouraged, but an experienced motorcycle injury lawyer at Craig Swapp & Associates can hellp make sure you are fairly compensated.

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What should I say to the other party involved in the accident or their insurance adjuster?

If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, you should not say anything too specific about the accident and you should never admit fault. Often times, in the aftermath following an accident, people say things that may not necessarily be true. An incorrect admission of guilt (even if made while you are in a state of shock) can have a detrimental impact on your motorcycle injury claim. When you do decide to make a statement to the other parties involved in your motorcycle accident, you should have a witness (preferably a motorcycle injury lawyer) present so your statement cannot be misconstrued.

I was partially responsible for the motorcycle accident, can I still recover damages?

Recovering compensation for a motorcycle injury can involve different types of negligence, including comparative negligence and contributory negligence. For example, Utah is a comparative negligence state that follows a 50 percent rule. This means that if you are injured, you can only recover damages if it is determined that your fault in causing the injury is 49% or less. If your fault level reaches 50%, you cannot recover any damages resulting from the accident. Consult with a Craig Swapp & Associates motorcycle injury lawyer to help you arrive at a proper figure.

CONTACT A MOTORCYCLE Injury LAWYER TODAY

If you or someone you know and love was hurt or killed in a motorcycle accident, you deserve to be fairly compensated. Craig Swapp & Associates has been fighting to protect victims’ rights for more than 50 years. Our friendly and qualified staff can answer your questions, explain your options, and help you recover what you rightfully deserve. Please contact a motorcycle injury lawyer at our firm today for a free consultation.