Motorcycle Accidents

New York Motorcycle Accident Attorney

If you or a family member has been injured in a motorcycle accident in New York City, you are no doubt already grappling with complications related to the resulting head injury, broken bone(s), neck injury, back injury or skin burns.

Complicated Financial and Legal Matters Call for Experienced Advocacy

Concern for the injured victim is naturally at the forefront of your concerns, but you also must deal with a myriad of financial and legal considerations stemming from your accident. An experienced, pragmatic lawyer is a valuable ally for any motorcycle accident victim. You and your family very likely face losses and expenses including medical bills, lost wages and general pain and suffering. Because of the extensive injuries often suffered by motorcyclists during accidents, you may require long-term medical care including physical therapy and rehabilitation to regain as much physical and mental function as possible.

Moving Forward After a Serious Motorcycle Crash

You should contact an experienced motorcycle accident attorney to discuss what to do next and how to pursue and obtain the maximum available compensation.

Catastrophic Injuries

In general, motorcycle accident injuries tend to be more severe than injuries suffered from car accidents, and often include catastrophic injuries like traumatic brain injuries (TBI) or severe spinal cord injuries. Unfortunately, though, the motorcyclist may not have the optional no-fault protection that would best position him or her to have medical bills fully covered.

Note: Motorcyclists who expect never to face motorcycle accidents because of their superior biking skills should think twice about making the decision to decline the option of no-fault protection for the sake of saving a few dollars on insurance premiums. Discuss your coverage with your insurance agent to see if additional coverage might be in your best interests.

Whether you did or did not sign off on the valuable no-fault accident protection, you owe it to yourself and your family to be as proactive as possible from this point on. Talk to an attorney who has plenty of experience in representing victims of motorcycle accidents, bus accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, bicycle accidents and pedestrian accidents - contact the law offices of Brian D. Primes, Esq., PLLC today.