Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Salisbury, MD

Fighting for the Rights of Motorcyclists

Taking your motorcycle out for a cruise is one of the most freeing feelings. Looking forward to a weekend ride can get you through a tough work week.

As a motorcyclist, you are aware of the extra dangers you face compared to driving a bigger vehicle. While most people drive on four wheels, wrapped in a steel cage, protected by seat belts and airbags, you are on two wheels with nothing but your clothes and, hopefully, a helmet protecting you. Even minor accidents involving motorcycles can result in catastrophic injury.

So, what should you do if you are involved in a motor vehicle accident while you are out on your bike?

How Should Bikers Handle a Car Crash?

It is easy to feel overwhelmed after a crash. The odds of severe injuries are far higher for bikers than they are for other motorists. However, a motorcycle rider will follow many of the same steps your average motorist would follow after an accident.

The first thing you want to do after an accident is check yourself for injury. If you have a passenger, find out if they are injured and to what extent. While injuries that result in blood are easy to spot, injuries involving muscles, bones, and the brain are more difficult to notice. If you are not positive that you and your passenger are okay, call 911 and request medical treatment.
The next thing you will need to do is remove yourself and your passenger from danger. If you are able to move your motorcycle out of the line of danger. Move to the side of the road. Even though your adrenaline is likely pumping, keep your head clear and pay attention to your surroundings.

When you are safe and out of danger, call the non-emergency Salisbury line and request a police officer be dispatched to the scene of your accident. If you feel like an injury requires emergency medical attention, then call 911 instead. Follow all directions given by dispatch and do your best to provide any information they ask for.

Once you are off the phone, you can start collecting evidence. Get the driver’s license information and the driver’s insurance company information from all parties involved. Keep copies of this information for your records. Offer it to the police if they ask for it. Your insurance claim will require this information to be provided.

Using the camera on your phone, you can start taking pictures and video of the accident. Capture any injuries you or your passenger suffered. Take photos of the damages to your motorcycle, as well as the other vehicles involved. Pictures of skidmarks, broken glass, and damaged traffic signs can help paint a picture and prove liability. Be sure to record traffic conditions, including heavy or light traffic, weather conditions, traffic signs, and traffic lights. Using this information, the police, the insurance companies, and your attorney can prove negligence.

You will want to file an insurance claim as soon as possible. Most insurance companies offer an app to make things easier for you. Using the app, turn in all of the information you collected, including photos and the police report.

It is almost always a good idea to schedule a medical examination, even if you do not feel like you suffered a substantial injury. Some injuries, like a traumatic brain injury, can take time to show symptoms. Keep track of medical expenses and your medical reports.

Do You Even Need an Attorney?

Motorcycle accident victims have the potential to face years of recovery, physical therapy, lost wages, and non economic damages, like pain and suffering. An experienced Salisbury motorcycle accident lawyer can help give you peace of mind and take more off your plate.

Call 410-546-6415 to speak with the knowledgeable team of Schwartz and Schwartz, Attorneys at Law, P.A., to schedule your free case evaluation. Your free consultation starts the groundwork for a solid motorcycle accident case.

Why deal with medical bills, insurance claims, and financial recovery alone when our team can take some of the pressure off of you? Call 410-546-6415 now!