San Diego Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Motorcycle riders face an incredible risk of serious injury when struck by a car or truck, often with life-long consequences. Victims need financial support to maintain their medical care and quality of life after such devastating events, and talking with a San Diego personal injury lawyer is a great place to start.

When you speak to a San Diego motorcycle accident lawyer about your case, you gain an advocate willing to work hard to fight for the compensation you deserve.

At Triumph Law, we have over 20 years of experience successfully helping clients pursue motorcycle accident injury claims. 

Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in San Diego

With a bike culture like no other, San Diego motorcycle riders take to the beautiful roadways to explore on the back of their favorite bike. Such a good experience can turn deadly when mistakes happen, including mistakes that lead to crippling losses and injuries.

As a motorcycle accident law firm, we have seen some of the most devastating outcomes from preventable accidents, such as:

• Human mistakes: Many accidents happen when a driver does not see the rider, often at an intersection or on the roadway next to them. The smaller size of motorcycles does not create an excuse for being unsafe.
• Distracted driving: Many of those mistakes occur as a result of the driver’s inattention to the roadway due to texting or other activities that take their attention off the roadways.
• Intoxication: Motorcycle accidents caused by impairment of alcohol, drugs, or prescription medications are not uncommon, and they can be some of the most devastating because the driver fails even to try to stop.
• Mechanical failures: If your modified motorcycle or manufacturer-direct vehicle breaks down, it could be the result of poor manufacturing of the bike or individual components on it.
• Dangerous conditions: San Diego weather conditions can cause a higher risk of accidents, but so can debris left in the roadway or unrepaired damage to the surface of those streets.

Our San Diego motorcycle accident attorney at Triumph Law will navigate your losses with you after gathering details about what happened. We get the evidence of what occurred from all resources available to help us understand who is to blame.

Before we can tell you the value of your case, you need to know the cause of the incident, so read our FAQs for more information.

Extensive Injuries Follow Many Motorcycle Accidents

One of the most important reasons to work with our team is that we recognize just how devastating these injuries can be. What seems like a simple accident can cause someone to lose mobility due to the limited protection of the rider.

Some of the most common injuries we see that warrant legal guidance before you file a claim include:

• Head injuries: Traumatic brain injuries are very common in motorcycle riders, especially if they are thrown from the bike during an accident.
• Whiplash: Being struck from behind is a common reason for whiplash in these accidents. Victims may suffer debilitating pain in these situations.
• Spinal cord injuries: Due to damage to the spinal column, cord damage can result in nerve dysfunction as well as paralysis, impacting every facet of a person’s life.
• Broken and crushed bones: Serious injuries from bone fractures are common and may lead to mobility loss and chronic pain.
• Burns and road rash: Both of these conditions cause serious damage to the external tissues of the body, quite commonly being very painful and a high risk for infection development.
• Traumatic experiences: While physical injuries are often obvious, the emotional impact of such accidents can be even more severe. Trauma that lasts a lifetime is possible in some victims.
• Disfigurement: Serious motorcycle accidents may result in disfigurement from scarring as well as amputations. This creates a significant risk of complications to quality of life.

To determine the extent of your injuries, our motorcycle accident lawyer in San Diego will speak to you, your family, and your doctor. We gather insight into your current losses and what your projected recovery is likely to be.

This enables our team to create a robust claim closer to compensating you for your true losses, and our prior case results tell that story.

Motorcycle Accident Fatalities Are Common

Many of the clients we speak to after a motorcycle accident come to us after suffering the ultimate loss of their family member due to the negligence of another person. 

In 2021, 561 people died in motorcycle accidents in the state, and each year, more families grieve this loss, according to California Traffic Safety Quick Stats.

As our motorcycle accident attorney in San Diego will tell you, our team is here to help you determine who is at fault and make them pay for the loss of your loved one so you can get some level of justice.

Aggressive Legal Action to Build a Comprehensive Claim

Our legal team is trusted and experienced, with over 20 years dedicated to recovering compensation for our clients. Each case is vastly different from the last, but you can expect our team to be aggressive in understanding all of your losses before we file a claim.

Examples of damages after a motorcycle accident include:

• Medical expenses. Emergency care, surgeries, in-hospital stays, medications, and rehabilitation are some of the most common losses here.
• Lost wages. Being out of work for weeks or months is costly to families, but you can recover lost wages and benefits.
• Property damage. We work to ensure any losses you have to your bike, or other possessions are also noted on your claim to the fullest extent of the law.
• Pain and suffering. Your losses for physical and psychological pain should not be underestimated, and we will work to build a strong claim.
• Emotional trauma. Let us build a cause that shows the impact on your mental health.

Motorcycle accidents destroy lives. Even if you heal well from your accident, the implications for your mental health are extraordinary. Do not settle your claim until you are confident you will receive fair compensation for those losses.

Schedule a Free Consultation with Our San Diego Motorcycle Accident Attorney Now

Having recovered millions of dollars for our clients over our decades of experience, we are confident we can help you as well. Set up a free consultation with the team at Triumph Law now and find out what our San Diego motorcycle accident lawyer can do for you.