How Our Decatur Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Can Help You Now
If you were involved in a motorcycle accident in Decatur, you know that the impact can be massive. Motorcycles are smaller, lighter, and there is no frame around you to absorb the impact. Your injuries are probably more severe than if you’d been in a car. You may have heard that insurance companies blame motorcyclists for their own accidents.
Fortunately, the Millar Law Firm is on your side. Our experienced motorcycle injury lawyers have represented injured riders across DeKalb County for more than thirty years. We have an office in Decatur, and we can start working on your case today.
Fighting the Bias Against Riders
Almost every motorcycle case begins with the presumption that the rider caused their own accident. They must have been speeding, lane-splitting, or weaving through traffic. Insurance adjusters rely on stereotypes because of Georgia’s modified comparative fault rule. If you are 50% or more at fault, the company does not have to pay.
When we take your case, we work to find the truth of what really happened. Maybe the driver was distracted, texting or talking on their phone. Perhaps they did not signal before changing lanes. We build your case around what actually happened, not the presumption that all motorcyclists are unsafe drivers. This lets us negotiate your settlement from a stronger position.
Finding Out Who Is Responsible
Motorcycle crashes on roads like I-285, Covington Highway, and Memorial Drive have the same things in common. They often involve vehicles merging without double-checking their blind spot, a driver misjudging a rider’s speed or distance, or a left turn made without waiting for a clear gap. Our investigators examine the scene and the vehicles involved while the evidence is in place. We talk to witnesses while their memories are fresh. We talk to the driver under oath (a “deposition”) and do not accept the police report version at face value. We use all relevant evidence to craft your case and get you the compensation you need.
When the At-Fault Driver Doesn’t Have Enough Insurance
Many drivers in Georgia carry only the state’s minimum liability coverage. That amount is rarely enough to cover a serious motorcycle injury. In that case, your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage (UM/UIM), can make up the difference. We review your vehicle insurance policy early in the claim to ensure that all sources of compensation are tapped to get you the full compensation. This thorough research is part of what sets The Millar Law Firm apart from other legal firms.
What Your Motorcycle Accident Case Might Be Worth
Of course, there are no guarantees in law. Motorcycle injuries can be more serious than injuries from other motor vehicle accidents. That affects what your case is worth. Injuries that would have been minor in a car accident can be devastating in a motorcycle accident, and some of those injuries may last a lifetime. Insurance companies know this, and they may try to make an early offer before you know the full extent of your treatment and recovery. The Millar Law Firm waits until we know the full extent of your injuries and what that means in dollars and changes in your life before we start negotiations.
A passenger’s claim is evaluated separately from the operators. Passengers may have a full claim against the other driver, just like passengers in cars can file their own claims. If you want to talk to our attorneys because you were a passenger in a motorcycle crash, we will be happy to review your claim separately from the operator’s.
A Word About Helmets
You may have heard that not wearing a helmet bars you from recovering damages. It will not. An insurance company may claim that this could have increased your injuries, but it does not affect whether the other driver was impaired, speeding, or negligent. Even if you were not wearing a helmet, you should discuss your accident with an attorney. You may still have a claim for damages.
Act Quickly for Best Results
Georgia has a two-year statute of limitations to file personal injury claims after a motor vehicle accident. There may be ways to extend that, but you should assume that you only have two years from the date of your injury.
The sooner you act, the better your results may be. The longer you wait, the harder it is to gather evidence, find witnesses, and obtain medical reports. The Millar Law Firm can help you get your insurance claim filed within the time limit, and still ensure you get the care you need before you accept a settlement.
You Do Not Pay Us Unless We Win
People often hesitate to contact law firms because of the cost. The Millar Law Firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning we don’t get paid until we settle or win your case. The initial consultation is free. You can call today, and we will meet you at our Decatur office, by video, or over the phone.
Call The Millar Law Firm today and speak directly with an attorney about your claim.
No. It may affect your percentage of fault, but it will not bar you from recovering compensation from an at-fault driver.
Your uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage will apply. Our legal team will verify all your available coverage to ensure you receive all the protection you are entitled to.
You can file a separate claim against the other driver and have it handled separately.
Nothing. Your consultation is free, and we only get paid if we recover money for you.
