According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 6,335 motorcyclists were killed in traffic accidents in 2023, which represented 15% of all traffic fatalities and the highest number of motorcyclist deaths since 1975. According to these motorcycle accident statistics, motorcyclists were 28 times more likely to die in a motor vehicle crash and five times more likely to be injured in one than those in passenger vehicles, per vehicle mile driven.
If you are an unfortunate part of these grim statistics, legal help is available to you. An experienced Puyallup motorcycle accident attorney from Sears Injury Law can meet with you to discuss your rights to recover fair compensation. Call us today at (253) 286-7444 to get started with one of our Puyallup personal injury attorneys.
Recovering Compensation After a Motorcycle Accident
Under Washington’s personal injury laws, accident victims have the right to pursue compensation from the party at fault for their injuries. Motorcycle accidents often result in serious injuries, which can lead to mounting medical bills and time off work when the motorcyclist cannot earn money for their family. Our Puyallup accident lawyers can help prepare your damage claim and pursue compensation for:
- Past, current, and future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Lost future income
- Property damage
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Permanent impairment or disability
- Diminished quality of life
Let our Puyallup motorcycle accident attorneys evaluate your case to identify all damages you are entitled to. Contact us today to get started.
What Is My Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?
Every motorcycle accident claim is different. The value of a claim depends on several factors, such as:
- The type and severity of injuries suffered
- The type, duration, and expense of medical treatment
- Whether the accident caused permanent disabilities
- How the accident has affected the victim’s quality of life and personal relationships
- Who is responsible for the accident
- Insurance coverage available
- Whether the accident victim contributed to their injuries
Many insurance companies attempt to use bias against motorcyclists to undervalue their claims. They may try to assign a higher portion of fault to the motorcyclist because this can reduce the victim’s damages proportionately to their degree of fault under Washington’s comparative negligence laws. Our former insurance defense attorneys understand these tactics and can effectively counter them, ensuring that your claim is not unduly reduced based on a minimal degree of fault.
How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Washington State?
Motorcycle accidents often result in catastrophic injuries. Time can go by quickly when you are trying to heal from an injury that has permanently altered your life. Still, Washington has a strict three-year statute of limitations that requires you to file a lawsuit within the third anniversary of the accident. Failing to do so could jeopardize your ability to recover compensation for your injuries.
Contact Our Experienced Puyallup Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Today
Our founding attorney’s father was injured in two life-changing motorcycle accidents, so we take these types of incidents very seriously. We want to help you hold the negligent motorists responsible and make our roads safer for everyone. Learn more about how our Puyallup motorcycle accident lawyers can help when you call (253) 286-7444 to schedule your free, no-obligation case review.