Motorcycle accidents are common in Florida. Filing a personal injury lawsuit may be the only way for you to receive fair compensation for your motorcycle accident injuries. If you or someone you loved was injured in a motorcycle accident in Florida, our Florida motorcycle accident attorneys are here to help.
At Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers, our legal team has over 100 years of collective experience helping injured victims. We have represented thousands of accident victims and won hundreds of millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts.
We accept cases for a contingency fee. You pay nothing upfront to hire an accident lawyer. With our “No Win. No Fee.” guarantee, you can rest assured we are working to get you the money you deserve.
We stand up for the rights of motorcyclists after a devastating motorcycle crash. Contact a free consultation with a Florida motorcycle accident lawyer today at (305) 937-0191. We are available 24/7 to talk with you about your accident case.
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How Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help if You’ve Been Injured in a Motorcycle Accident in Florida
After a serious accident, the insurance company might contact you to make a settlement offer. However, until you speak with an attorney, it is best not to talk with insurance adjusters.
Claims adjusters protect the insurance company. Therefore, they will offer as little as possible to settle your claim. You could be entitled to a larger settlement for your motorcycle accident claim.
When you hire our experienced Florida motorcycle accident lawyers at Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers, we protect your rights.
You can expect our Florida personal injury lawyers to:
- Investigate your motorcycle accident claim to determine fault and gather evidence
- Work with the best expert witnesses to gather additional evidence to strengthen and support your claim
- Assess your damages to determine how much your motorcycle accident case is worth
- File insurance claims and handle all matters related to the insurance settlement
- Defend you against accusations of blame and comparative fault
- Work with your physicians to determine the extent of your injuries and damages
- Aggressively negotiate a fair settlement based on the value of your damages
- File a lawsuit and take your case all the way to trial if necessary
When you hire a Florida motorcycle accident attorney, you want someone with a proven track record and substantial experience. Numerous organizations highly rate our Florida motorcycle accident lawyers. They have received prestigious awards and recognition for their legal services. We have attorneys on our team who are double Board Certified in trial law.
At Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers, our attorneys are members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. We have received top ratings from Expertise.com, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100, and Super Lawyers.
Call Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers to schedule a free case evaluation with a Florida motorcycle accident lawyer.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Florida
Many motorcycle accidents are avoidable. They are caused by negligence and human error.
Examples of reasons for motorcycle crashes include:
- Aggressive driving and road rage
- Distracted driving
- Tailgating and following too closely
- Defective vehicles or parts
- Speeding and reckless driving
- Driving under the influence
- Fatigued and drowsy driving
- Unsafe turns and lane changes
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Running red lights or stop signs
- Hazardous road conditions
- Misjudging a motorcycle’s distance or speed
- Poor weather conditions
Florida is an at-fault state for personal injury claims. Therefore, you must prove the other party’s conduct directly and proximately caused the motorcycle accident. All parties who contributed to the cause of the accident could be held liable for damages.
Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers Handle All Types of Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycles are common on Florida roads. However, drivers continue to overlook riders until it is too late to stop an accident from happening.
Our law firm handles all types of motorcycle accidents, including, but not limited to:
- Single-bike motorcycle accidents
- Head-on motorcycle crashes
- Left-turn motorcycle accident accidents
- Rear-end motorcycle crashes
- Lane-change accidents
- Side-swipe motorcycle accidents
Any type of motorcycle accident can have deadly consequences. The rider could receive catastrophic injuries in any type of crash. Riders should be extra vigilant on the road to watch for drivers and conditions that could lead to a motorcycle accident.
Motorcycle Accidents in Florida Cause Catastrophic Injuries and Deaths
The FLHSMV reported 9,540 motorcycle crashes in 2023, including 609 fatalities and 8,201 injuries. Motorcycle riders have a high risk of sustaining injuries in a crash because of the lack of protection from a collision. They may be thrown from the motorcycle or crushed during the collision, causing traumatic injuries.
Common motorcycle accident injuries include:
- Fractured and broken bones
- Traumatic brain injury
- Crushing injuries
- Damage to internal organs
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Loss of limbs and amputations
- Neck and back injuries
- Soft tissue injuries
- Lacerations and abrasions
- Wrongful death
Prompt medical treatment is crucial after a motorcycle accident. Timely medical care can reduce the risk of death and permanent impairments. Furthermore, seeking immediate medical treatment supports a personal injury claim by documenting the injuries caused by the motorcycle accident.
What Is My Motorcycle Accident Claim Worth in Florida?
The value of a motorcycle accident claim is based on the facts and circumstances of the accident.
Factors that could impact the value of your motorcycle accident claim include:
- The evidence proving the other party caused the crash
- The injuries you sustain and the duration of your recovery period
- Whether you develop permanent impairments or disabilities because of the injuries
- If you can return to work or any type of work
- The extent of scarring or disfigurement
- The parties involved in the personal injury case
- Whether you could be partially to blame for causing the motorcycle accident
- The availability of insurance coverage and the policy limits
Our Florida motorcycle accident lawyers carefully analyze each factor in your case. We diligently pursue all avenues of compensation to obtain the best possible settlement for your injury claim.
What Damages Can I Recover for a Motorcycle Accident in Florida?
Because the injuries from a motorcycle crash tend to be severe, the cost of medical treatment can be overwhelming. The rider may also miss a substantial amount of work while recovering from their injuries. Therefore, the motorcyclist may incur significant monetary losses.
In addition to the financial losses, a motorcycle crash causes pain and suffering. The harm caused by the crash may be devastating, especially when the rider sustains life-altering impairments.
Florida’s personal injury laws provide economic and non-economic damages for a motorcycle accident claim.
Examples of damages for a motorcycle accident claim include:
- Past and future medical treatment and care
- Emotional distress
- Reduced earning capacity
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Lost wages and benefits
- Mental anguish
- Rehabilitation therapies
- Property damage
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Impairments and disabilities
- Diminished quality of life
The value of your damages depends on your injuries, fault, and other factors. Our Florida motorcycle accident lawyers work to maximize the value of your damages. We understand the importance of putting as much money in your pocket as possible.
Can I Recover Compensation if I’m Being Blamed for a Motorcycle Accident in Florida?
Florida adopted a comparative fault law for personal injury damages. If a motorcyclist is more than 50% to blame for causing the crash, they cannot recover any money for damages. This law went into effect on March 24, 2023.
If you are less than 51% to blame for causing your motorcycle accident or your crash, your compensation is reduced by your level of responsibility for causing the crash.
For example, suppose a jury assigns you 20% of the blame for the crash. Instead of receiving the total amount of the damages award, the court reduces the award by 20% for your fault.
Insurance companies work hard to blame a motorcyclist for causing the accident. They want to avoid paying a large settlement or verdict for a motorcycle accident claim. Our Florida motorcycle accident lawyers can help you fight comparative fault allegations to protect the value of your case.
What Is the Deadline for Filing a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit in Florida?
The Florida statute of limitations sets deadlines for filing a motorcycle accident lawsuit. The deadline for most motorcycle accident claims is two years after the accident date.
When the statute of limitations expires, the court can dismiss your lawsuit without considering your case. Additionally, exceptions to the statute of limitations could change the deadline. Therefore, it is crucial that you seek legal advice from a Florida motorcycle accident attorney as soon as possible.
Schedule a Free Consultation With Our Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
If another party is responsible for causing your motorcycle accident in Florida, let us help you hold them responsible for your damages. Call Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers to schedule a free case review with one of our Florida motorcycle accident attorneys.