Motorcylce Accident Cases
The number of motorcycle riders in California is increasing, partially due to high gas prices and people's efforts to save money. Motorcycle accidents have a much higher risk of serious injury or death for the rider than do auto accidents. In 2010, 3,615 people in the U.S. died from motorcycle accidents. United States motorcycle fatalities increased every year for 11 years since reaching a historic low of 2,116 fatalities in 1997, until a decline in 2009. In nine years, motorcycle deaths have more than doubled. A motorcycle accident or motor bike collision is almost always caused by the negligence, recklessness or intoxication of third parties. The clear fact of the matter is that there will always be negligent, distracted or intoxicated motorists on the roadways in California. The most important thing a person who has been involved in a motorcycle or motor bike accident can do is to immediately get medical attention for any injuries that were sustained in the accident and then contact a California Attorney. If you are able to do so after the accident:
• Remain at the scene of the accident
• Call the police immediately or have someone call the police for you
• File a police report as soon as the officers arrive, but do not guess or speculate at the cause of the accident
• Seek immediate medical attention, even if you think you are not injured. You may have injuries that will not be apparent for a few days
• Take photographs, even if you use a cell phone
• Get the license number, personal and insurance details, and name of the other driver involved
• Ask for the details of any witnesses present at the accident scene
• Seek legal assistance as soon as possible
Sarajian Law Group can handle personal injury and wrongful death cases involving motorcycle accidents and other recreational vehicle accidents such as moped accidents, ATV crashes, scooter accidents, and more. Contact us at 877-861-8601 for a free consultation.