Florida Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Motorcyclists injured in accidents have the same legal rights as people injured in other types of collisions. They have the right to seek compensation for their losses through either insurance claims or personal injury claims in court. Our Florida motorcycle accident lawyers can help you exercise those rights.
If you would like to discuss your options after a motorcycle accident, contact the Florida personal injury lawyers at Meldon Law for a free consultation today. Our bilingual legal team provides compassionate yet vigorous representation to our clients.
Our Law Firm Can Seek the Motorcycle Accident Compensation You Deserve
Many motorcyclists face overwhelming medical bills and must miss work while they recover from their injuries, which can result in significant lost earnings. If you have incurred losses in a motorcycle accident, our Florida motorcycle accident lawyer won’t back down. We can:
Investigate Your Motorcycle Crash Very Carefully
Meldon Law can collect evidence to prove that the accident was not your fault. This could include:
- Official reports from the local police department, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), or whoever else responded to your accident
- Testimony from everyone who witnessed or was involved in the bike accident
- Footage from any cameras that caught the collision, such as traffic cameras or witness cell phones
- Testimony from an accident reconstruction specialist, who can determine the sequence of events that led up to the crash
Armed with this information, we can identify how another person’s negligence caused your collision and work to hold all negligent parties liable for your losses.
Determine How Much Your Florida Case Is Worth
Everyone’s case is different, so each of our clients can recover a different amount in damages. As an example, in one past bike accident case, we won $1.45 million for a client who had to have her leg amputated after being hit by a car.
You can rely on our firm to always fight for fair compensation in your particular case, no matter how badly you were injured or how much you lost.
Fighting for Your Motorcycle Collision Settlement
We are not afraid to fight for our clients’ rights, regardless of how long their cases take. Our Florida motorcycle accident law firm can:
- Speak to the insurance companies on your behalf, protecting you from any tactics they try to use to save themselves money
- Negotiate aggressively for the money that you need to make a fresh start after this traumatic event
- Prepare the paperwork on whatever settlement agreement you reach and go over it with you before you sign
- Take your case all the way to trial, if the insurance company refuses to negotiate or to offer appropriate financial compensation
Offering Everyone in Florida a Free Case Review
It will cost you nothing to pick up the phone, speak with a member of our team, and find out about the merits of your case. Call Meldon Law today to find out more. Our Florida accident injury lawyers do not take on too many cases at once, which gives us plenty of time to devote ourselves to your case.
We Educate Florida Clients About Their Motorcycle Accidents
Meldon Law believes that the most powerful way to help our clients is to inform them about their case, their rights, and their legal options. When you hire our motorcycle accident attorneys in Florida, you will:
- Work closely with us throughout your motorcycle accident claim, making sure that our strategy aligns with your goals
- Prove that the reckless driver caused your injuries and explore the possibility that another liable party—such as a manufacturer or a local Florida government—was also involved
- Get plenty of opportunities to ask questions about the law as it applies to your case
- Learn everything you need to know about Florida motorcycle accident law so that you can make the right decisions
We Also Accept Wrongful Death Cases in Florida
As the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports, motorcyclists are more likely to be killed than most other road users. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal motorcycle accident, please accept our condolences. Meldon Law can assign a wrongful death lawyer to:
- Evaluate what damages you and your loved one should receive based on things like your pain and suffering, loss of companionship, and funeral expenses
- Give you the time and space you need to process your loss while we pursue damages from the responsible party
- Fight for justice so that you can rest easier, knowing that you have held the liable party accountable for their reckless and deadly actions
Motorcycle Accident Injuries Could Entitle You To Financial Compensation
The losses that a motorcycle accident victim can incur are often extensive due to the severe injuries that can result from these accidents. Motorcyclists generally have little more than a helmet and the clothes on their backs to protect them from an impact.
It should be no surprise that these crashes can leave motorcyclists with catastrophic injuries. While you focus on regaining your health, Meldon Law can work to hold the at-fault party responsible and get you enough money to rebuild your life.
Compensation Our Lawyers Can Pursue for Motorcycle Accident Victims
The Florida motorcycle accident attorneys at Meldon Law can assess your situation, analyze all available evidence, and determine which of the following types of damages you qualify for:
- Medical bills
- Property damage
- Loss of income, including job benefits
- Loss of earning capacity
- Loss of employment
- Vocational rehabilitation training
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Reduced quality of life
- Scar tissue
- Loss of consortium
Examples of Injuries You Can Seek Damages for in Florida
Some of the most common serious injuries that motorcyclists sustain include:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Crushed limbs
- Broken or shattered bones
- Burns
- Lacerations
- Jaw, facial, and/or dental fractures and injuries
- Contusions
- Neck and back injuries
- Internal organ damage and/or internal bleeding
The above injuries all require emergency medical attention and often need extensive treatment, including surgeries, hospitalization, rehabilitation, and more. Our personal injury attorneys can help you fight for the money you need to pay these bills and to cover all your other losses.
What to Do Following a Florida Motorcycle Crash
Riding a motorcycle is a fun and convenient way to get around Florida. However, every motorcyclist should be aware of the risks of accidents and injuries while riding. No matter how careful you may be while operating your motorcycle, you cannot control the acts of drivers or the environmental conditions around you, and accidents can occur.
If you do get into an accident, here is what you should do:
- Get medical care. Make this your top priority. Before you do or talk to anyone else, get whatever emergency medical attention you need. If you do not feel you need emergency care, make an appointment with your regular provider immediately. It is dangerous to let accident injuries go unattended—and doing so could jeopardize your legal case as well.
- Move out of the flow of traffic. If you can, get yourself and your bike out of the roadway. Staying in the middle of the street could increase your risk of being hit by another driver and sustaining further injuries.
- Talk to the at-fault driver. If they have not left the accident scene, and if you are not in critical condition, it is helpful if you take the time to collect evidence. This could mean asking the at-fault driver for their name and insurance information, as well as taking photos of your injuries and the environment.
- Call our motorcycle attorney. Under Florida Statutes § 95.11, you only have two years to start a legal case. We encourage you to contact our office as soon as possible after receiving treatment.
- Avoid talking to the insurance companies. Even if they offer a fast settlement, do not communicate with them directly. There is every chance that they are trying to end your case quickly by offering as little as possible. Let our motorcycle lawyer evaluate your case and speak to the insurer before you accept any offers.
How Common Are Motorcycle Accidents in Florida?
According to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), in 2023:
- There were over 9,000 motorcycle crashes in Florida.
- Over 8,100 people were injured in these accidents, meaning that most bike crashes in the state resulted in at least one injury.
- Over 600 Floridians died in motorcycle collisions.
Even a single motorcycle accident is one too many, especially if it could have been prevented with cautious behavior. Meldon Law cares deeply for our clients and wants to fight for justice for your family.
Contact the Florida Motorcycle Accident Attorneys at Meldon Law Today
At Meldon Law, we have protected the rights of motorcycle accident victims for decades. Our Florida motorcycle accident lawyers work tirelessly on each case we accept to best stand up for the rights of our clients.
We have the skills, experience, and knowledge to handle complex motorcycle accident cases, and we know the resources to explore different options for your recovery. Contact Meldon Law today for a free case evaluation. We are here for you.
