It’s difficult enough to win a car accident injury claim, and that process only gets harder if you’re a motorcycle rider who is injured as a result of the actions of another motorist. There are some natural biases that work against motorcyclists in the wake of an accident, which is why it is so important to sync up with an injury lawyer to ensure your voice is heard. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at some of the biases working against motorcyclists after a crash and how these opinions can negatively impact your award amount.
An Uphill Battle For Motorcycle Injury Compensation
Some motorists have an inherent bias against motorcyclists. What you may see as a hobby that allows you to feel the wind in your hair and explore the world on two wheels may be seen as a reckless choice to others. Other drivers, police officers and insurance agents may inherently view motorcyclists as reckless speeders, and that can lead to the formation of an untrue narrative or a tendency to believe the other driver in spite of the evidence.
Another thing that can work against motorcyclists is the fact that they tend to suffer much more severe injuries in the event of a crash, and that can severely compromise their ability to tell their side of the story. While a rider is getting loaded up in an ambulance or suffering from memory issues as a result of head trauma, the driver who caused the accident may be talking with police, telling them that the reckless motorcyclist came out of nowhere. We’ve seen many cases where a rider hasn’t been able to tell their version of events right away, and oftentimes the first story that is given is viewed as a truth that needs to be proven false instead of one possible account that shouldn’t be automatically accepted as fact.
The reality is that many motorcyclists are viewed as guilty or at fault for their injuries before the matter is really investigated, and that can make it extremely difficult for riders to get the compensation they deserve. That said, we’ve made it our life’s work to help get these riders a fair shake in the system, which is why we know how to fight back against the natural bias against riders. Some tips we recommend include:
Install A Dashcam – We tell all riders that they need to have a recording device on them when they ride. Whether that’s on your motorcycle or your helmet, you need to have the ability to provide a non-partial account of the accident.
Don’t Fit The Profile – Don’t ride recklessly or give any credence to the idea that motorcyclists are a huge danger on the road. Ride responsibly and follow the rules of the road, and that means keeping your speed in check.
Drive Defensively – As the old adage goes, the graveyard is full of people who had the right of way. Drive defensively and never assume that you are in the clear just because you have the right of way.
Connect With A Lawyer – The single best thing you can do for your injury claim in the wake of an accident is to sync up with an injury attorney like the team you’ll find at Hey Workers. The system is working against you, and you need a professional advocate in your corner. Let us paint a clear picture of what really happened and ensure that you aren’t treated unfairly by the system simply because you’re a motorcyclist. Injuries and damages can be severe, and when there is so much on the line, you need an expert in your corner.
We love working with motorcyclists because we have made a career out of helping underdogs win their case, and many motorcyclists are automatically thrown into that role at the beginning of their claim. We’ll go to bat for you and ensure you get every penny you deserve after a motorcycle accident. For more information, or for help with a particular aspect of your injury claim, connect with the team at Hey Workers today at (844) 439-9675.
