Atlanta Motorcycle
Accident Lawyer
Riding a motorcycle in Atlanta is a thrilling experience that blends the freedom of the open road with the vibrant energy of the city. Cruising down the historic Peachtree Street, flanked by towering skyscrapers, invokes a sense of urban adventure unlike any other. The winding curves of the Chattahoochee River’s scenic route provide a serene escape from everyday life, offering breathtaking views along the way.
But whenever motorcycles share the road with motor vehicles, riders are at risk of being involved in a motorcycle accident. If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a bike crash in Atlanta, you shouldn’t be stuck paying your own medical bills. You need an Atlanta motorcycle accident lawyer who will fight for your right to full and fair compensation.
But whenever motorcycles share the road with motor vehicles, riders are at risk of being involved in a motorcycle accident. If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a bike crash in Atlanta, you shouldn’t be stuck paying your own medical bills. You need an Atlanta motorcycle accident lawyer who will fight for your right to full and fair compensation.
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Why Choose Our Lawyers For Your Personal Injury Claim?
At Buckhead Law Saxton Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C., our attorneys handle our clients’ claims and navigate the process on their behalf. When we represent you, we can fight for your best interests and work to get you the money you need and deserve. We take the circumstances that led to your injuries and develop a solid argument to support your insurance claim or argue for a verdict at trial.
An Atlanta motorcycle accident attorney from our firm will work to build the best case possible based on the documents available and the evidence we uncover. We then take the next steps to move the case forward.
This could include:
An Atlanta motorcycle accident attorney from our firm will work to build the best case possible based on the documents available and the evidence we uncover. We then take the next steps to move the case forward.
This could include:
Determining a fair settlement range based on your damages
Demanding a just agreement from the insurer
Responding to the insurance company’s initial offer
Engaging in settlement negotiations with the insurer
Representing you during litigation as necessary
Our Motorcycle Injury Lawyers Are Skilled Negotiators
Many of our motorcycle accident cases are settled outside of court through these settlement negotiations. This is generally one of the most common ways we win these cases and recover fair compensation for our clients. We negotiate with the insurance company seeking a payout agreement that falls within the fair settlement range we established.
We must ensure the insurer’s payout will recover the money our client needs and deserves before we agree to a settlement offer. While we generally leave this decision to the client, we advise them on what to do. However, any agreement will require them to sign a release stating they will not pursue additional compensation or take other action in the case after the settlement
This makes it essential to recover the necessary compensation during the insurance claims process. If this does not prove effective or there is another reason we need to proceed and take legal action, we can.
Let Our Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Handle Your Atlanta Motorcycle Accident Claim
If you were hurt in a motorcycle crash caused by a careless driver in Fulton County, an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer from our firm can help you pursue compensation and justice. We can handle this process for you, filing an insurance claim or suing the at-fault driver in civil court. As a result, you could recover money to pay your medical bills, cover your lost income, and hold the other driver legally accountable.
Buckhead Law Saxton Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C. offers free case reviews for victims of motorcycle crashes in the Atlanta area. Contact us today, and our team can answer your questions and help you understand your options.
Our Atlanta Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Can Build Your Case
Under Georgia law, victims of motorcycle accidents have a legal right to pursue damages and hold the at-fault driver legally liable following a crash. If you or your loved one suffered injuries in a Fulton County motorcycle crash, Buckhead Law Saxton Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C. may be able to help. We know how to investigate these crashes, document what happened, and prove who was at fault.
We need to show the other driver was negligent.
We need to show the other driver was negligent.
How Our Lawyers Prove Negligence in Motorcycle Accident Claims
Negligence in a personal injury case, such as a motorcycle accident, refers to the failure of an individual or entity to exercise reasonable care, resulting in harm or injury to another person. To establish negligence in a Georgia motorcycle accident case, four elements must typically be proven:
01
Duty of care
The plaintiff (injured motorcycle rider) must demonstrate that the defendant (the driver allegedly at fault) owed a duty of care towards them. In the context of a motorcycle accident, this usually means that the defendant had a responsibility to operate their vehicle in a safe and lawful manner, considering factors such as traffic laws and road conditions.
02
Breach of duty
The plaintiff must show that the defendant breached their duty of care by failing to act as a reasonably prudent person would have under similar circumstances. This could involve actions such as speeding, reckless driving, failure to yield, or other forms of negligent behavior that directly contributed to the accident.
03
Causation
It must be established that the defendant’s breach of duty was the direct cause of the plaintiff’s injuries or damages. In other words, the accident would not have occurred if the defendant had not been negligent. This element typically requires evidence linking the defendant’s actions or omissions to the harm suffered by the plaintiff.
04
Damages
The plaintiff must have suffered actual harm or damages as a result of the accident. These damages can include physical injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and other losses incurred due to the negligence of the defendant.
Successfully proving all four elements of negligence is crucial in building a strong case for compensation in a motorcycle accident claim.
Our Lawyers will Investigate Your Motorcycle Wreck
Why us? An Atlanta motorcycle accident lawyer from our firm will investigate your accident to build a strong case on your behalf. We know what causes these crashes and can use our knowledge of similar cases to help our clients recover fair payouts.
Our investigation may identify and collect evidence that includes:
Our investigation may identify and collect evidence that includes:
The crash report filed by responding officers from the scene
Eyewitness statements collected soon after the accident
Video or photos of the collision
Accident reconstruction
Physical evidence
Medical records
Bills, receipts, and other documentation of damages
Building a case to show the other driver acted negligently and, therefore, bears liability for your injuries, losses, and other damages can prove essential to getting a fair payout. Our team handles this for our clients, letting you focus on your physical recovery.
Some cases prove more complex. For example, drivers confront a large amount of commercial traffic in and around Atlanta. If you were hurt in a crash caused by a tractor-trailer driver or another trucker, you should know that Georgia recognizes vicarious liability. This means that the trucking company that employs the negligent driver could also bear liability for the damages.
Some cases prove more complex. For example, drivers confront a large amount of commercial traffic in and around Atlanta. If you were hurt in a crash caused by a tractor-trailer driver or another trucker, you should know that Georgia recognizes vicarious liability. This means that the trucking company that employs the negligent driver could also bear liability for the damages.
In a wrongful death claim, we essentially need to prove negligence and liability in the same way. Our investigation may uncover some documentation of carelessness or recklessness, verifying the accused party caused the collision that led to your loved one’s death.
Atlanta Is a Dangerous City for Motorcyclists
Atlanta’s six interstates and extreme congestion make it a challenging and dangerous place for any driver. Motorcyclists often face a particularly high risk of an accident because of overcrowded highways. Drivers who run late, drive distracted, and have other things on their minds than driving do not always look for smaller vehicles like motorcycles. In some cases, they may check an adjacent lane before merging and still fail to recognize a motorcyclist in the lane.
Other drivers often cause motorcycle accident injuries when they make careless mistakes behind the wheel.
In addition to merging without clearing the next lane, other causes of these crashes include:
Other drivers often cause motorcycle accident injuries when they make careless mistakes behind the wheel.
In addition to merging without clearing the next lane, other causes of these crashes include:
Failure to yield when turning
Disregarding traffic signs or signals
Improper passing
Speeding
Distracted driving
Drunk or drugged driving
Motorcyclists often suffer more severe injuries than those of car and truck drivers in many cases. Motorcyclists are often more likely to suffer catastrophic injuries, road rash, and other serious injuries. They may require emergency treatment, stabilization, surgery, and other life-saving measures.
Many motorcyclists hurt in an Atlanta crash will go to a nearby trauma center via ambulance or medevac. Fulton County currently has two Level I trauma centers for adults, including:
Many motorcyclists hurt in an Atlanta crash will go to a nearby trauma center via ambulance or medevac. Fulton County currently has two Level I trauma centers for adults, including:
Grady Memorial Hospital
WellStar Atlanta Medical Center
Our Lawyers Understand How Serious Motorcycle Accident Injuries Can Be
Our attorneys are familiar with both of these hospitals as well as other area facilities. We understand how much medical care for life-altering injuries can cost and help our clients seek fair compensation to cover these bills.
At Buckhead Law Saxton Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C., our team can review your case and go to work for you today. We have served motorcyclists and other crash victims in Georgia since 1977.
We fight aggressively to help our clients get the best possible outcome in their cases. Our attorneys:
At Buckhead Law Saxton Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C., our team can review your case and go to work for you today. We have served motorcyclists and other crash victims in Georgia since 1977.
We fight aggressively to help our clients get the best possible outcome in their cases. Our attorneys:
Explain each client’s case in a way they understand
Protect their right to pursue fair compensation
Work to get justice, holding the at-fault driver responsible
Recover fair compensation for our clients
We work based on contingency fees. We do not charge clients upfront retainers or other expenses. We only charge attorney fees after we close the case and receive the payout check for our client. We only charge these fees if we win compensation for you.
Types of Atlanta Motorcycle Crash Injuries
The injuries suffered by motorcyclists vary widely, but they frequently prove serious. All types of motorcycles lack the safety equipment standard in most cars today, such as seatbelts, airbags, and metal frames.
Without this protection, motorcyclists are more likely to suffer injuries such as:
Without this protection, motorcyclists are more likely to suffer injuries such as:
Traumatic brain injuries
Head injuries and concussions
Back and neck injuries
Spinal cord injuries
Fractures
Loss of limb or loss of use of a limb
Motorcyclists often have significant medical bills from their transportation to the hospital, initial stabilization, hospitalization, and rehabilitation. They need to take action to recover compensation to pay these bills.
Once our client’s injuries reach maximum medical recovery or we have expert information about their prognosis and ongoing needs, we consider how much the case might be worth. We calculate a fair settlement range using bills, receipts, estimates, and other documentation.
Suing the At-Fault Driver in a Fulton County Court
Georgia law generally gives motorcycle accident victims up to two years to file the initial paperwork and submit their complaints, beginning a personal injury lawsuit. Litigation may not be necessary, but in some cases, a lawsuit can prove key to getting a better settlement offer. Sometimes, the case goes all the way to trial, but in other cases, we can settle with the other party before going before a jury.
Some reasons why we may decide we must sue the at-fault motorist include:
Some reasons why we may decide we must sue the at-fault motorist include:
Time is running out because the deadline is quickly approaching.
The insurance company refuses to pay a fair amount based on the documentation of your damages.
The jury will need to decide on certain key facts of the case.
Other circumstances make our motorcycle accident lawyers believe we should take legal action.
Our attorneys know how to navigate civil court proceedings in Fulton County and other nearby counties. We can manage all aspects of your lawsuit and provide regular updates on the process. We must work through several steps as a part of preparing the case for a jury trial. These include:
Filing the Complaint
We prepare the written complaint using the evidence we gathered and other information about your case. This outlines your case, your argument against the at-fault driver, and why you believe you deserve compensation. We file it with the Fulton County civil court or another appropriate court. The filing date is the official start of your motorcycle accident lawsuit.
Pretrial Motions
After we file our complaint and the defense has an opportunity to respond, pretrial motions may begin. During this time, each side has an opportunity to ask the judge to include evidence, exclude evidence, or make other possible changes to the case. It usually occurs concurrently with discovery and other pretrial work. Often, we also continue negotiating for a settlement during this time.
Discovery
Discovery refers to the process where each side gathers more information about the crash, what happened, and why. It can include exchanging evidence, interviewing witnesses, and asking for written interrogatories from those involved.
Mediation
Many courts require the parties to go to mediation before setting a trial date. If the judge in your case requires mediation, we can sit down with a trained, neutral mediator and see if they can help us negotiate a fair settlement with the insurance company.
Trial
Most motorcycle accident lawsuits never go to trial. However, we take cases to trial when necessary. Our team can ensure you know what to expect if your case needs to go before the judge and jury.
Client Reviews
“I would recommend the professionals of Buckhead Law Saxton Injury & Accident Lawyers, P.C. to anyone looking for a low effort experience. The constantly negotiated my case and received everything I needed after my accident and more!”
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“I came to BuckHead Law trying to get a payment under “Diminished Value” for my car. They took my case and handled it as if they had done these claims on a regular basis. I had NO clue I was the first person that they won this type of claim for. I have since referred my daughter and 2 nieces to them and everybody is amazed at the work they do. Hands down the best law group in Atlanta!!”
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“I received representation from Buckhead Law Saxton Injury & Accident Lawyers, P.C. on an accident caused by another driver. They negotiated with the insurance company’s lawyers effectively, and even after my case was settled and closed they negotiated to decrease my medical bills. I would 100% recommend this law group.”
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Speak to an Atlanta Motorcycle Accident Lawyer About Your Motorcycle Accident Claim Today
At Buckhead Law Saxton Accident Injury Lawyers, P.C., our team provides case reviews for those hurt in Atlanta motorcycle crashes. We could help you or your family recover compensation for your related damages, pursuing a financial recovery on your behalf while you focus on healing and regaining your ability to complete your everyday tasks. Reach out to a personal injury lawyer for your free consultation.
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