Drivers of motor vehicles have a responsibility to share the road with motorcycles and to exercise a reasonable level of care towards motorcyclists. According to statistics provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, however, 4,006 motorcyclists were killed in traffic accidents in 2004 and thousands more suffered devastating injuries as a result of traffic collisions. At Bachus & Schanker, LLC, we have a thorough understanding of the laws enacted to protect motorcyclists and have the legal know-how that is essential to building a successful case. You can trust our Colorado-based motorcycle accident lawyers to help you receive the compensation and restitution you deserve for your injuries.
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Motorcycle Accident Injuries
Motorcycle accidents and injuries can be caused by a number of factors, including defective roadway designs, poor weather conditions, product defects (including defective tires or defective helmets), and the recklessness or negligence of other drivers. Because motorcycles do not offer the physical protection that cars do, motorcycle riders are much more susceptible to injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), broken limbs, road rash, and other serious conditions. Tragically some motorcyclists fare much worse, losing their lives in motorcycle accidents. In Colorado and throughout the country, motorcycle laws are in place to prevent such injuries and deaths. Unfortunately, thousands of motorcycle accidents continue to occur each year. A motorcycle accident attorney at our Colorado firm can help victims throughout the United States obtain compensation for their injuries, lost property, and other damages.
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Motorcycle Laws
Motorcycles are legal vehicles, and motorcyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as other drivers. Unfortunately, motorcycle accident victims often have to overcome the common bias or misbelief that an accident between a motorcycle and another motor vehicle is likely the fault of an inexperienced, careless, or reckless motorcyclist. A motorcycle accident attorney at our Colorado firm can help build a strong case for injured motorcyclists. Our legal team will immediately investigate the physical evidence at the scene of the accident, interview witnesses, and document road maintenance, weather conditions, and other factors to determine the real cause of the collision. Every state has motorcycle laws in place to prevent accidents and protect motorcyclists. If you or someone you love is injured in a motorcycle accident, a lawyer at our firm can help you understand your rights and file a claim against the responsible parties.
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Our knowledgeable Colorado motorcycle accident attorneys can help injured riders recover the funds needed to pay for medical bills, lost wages, permanent disability, pain and suffering, and other damages. Bachus & Schanker, LLC in Denver is exceptionally qualified to handle motorcycle injuries throughout Colorado. Our motorcycle accident lawyers have recovered millions for our clients by providing aggressive, knowledgeable representation. Please
contact a personal injury attorney at our firm today for more information on Colorado motorcycle laws or for a review of your motorcycle accident claim. Our attorneys also assist victims of
car accidents,
trucking accidents,
plane crashes,
train accidents,
drunk driving accidents,
pedestrian accidents, and all types of motor vehicle collisions as well as
workers' compensation claims.
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