How a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Can Make a Difference for a Motorcycle Accident Victim

If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident, you’re probably just glad you’re still alive. Given the nature of motorcycle accidents, you may have some serious injuries. Your hospital bills are mounting up, and you may wonder whether you have a personal injury claim against the other driver.

Attorneys are expensive, but it’s not a good idea to take on insurance companies and their attorneys by yourself. Before you fill out your claim forms or file any paperwork, let us answer some questions about personal injury insurance claims.

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Insurance Agents Will Spot Your Mistakes

Insurance adjusters are regular people like us, but they’re experts at their job. They’re hired not just to explain accidents but also to identify any mistakes you made while driving.

Because Georgia is a “comparative fault state,” your driving errors – if you were speeding, for example – will play a part in your claim. An insurance adjusters’ job is to save the company money, so naturally they will focus on anything  you might have done, or not done, that might have contributed to the accident.

Even if their driver was undoubtedly at-fault, the adjustor will point it out if you were going even three miles per hour over the speed limit if that can be used to minimize the company’s pay out. It a fact can be used against you, it will be. The good news is, an experienced personal injury lawyer can protect your rights by challenging such claims

A Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Can Increase Your Coverage Options

Georgia is an “at-fault” state, meaning the driver at fault for the accident pays for all claims. Georgia requires all drivers to carry liability insurance which pays for damage caused by the at-fault driver up to the policy limits.

Each person in the accident files their claim with the other driver’s insurance company. Even if you have a strong case with compelling evidence, your recovery may be capped by the other driver’s liability policy limits. Many drivers only have the minimum $25,000 policy, and you may have medical bills much more expensive than that.

A motorcycle accident lawyer will review all available sources of insurance coverage to get your compensation. Besides the at-fault driver, other parties may be involved in your accident, such as other drivers, the city or county, or commercial establishments.

The Millar Law Firm knows where to look for additional sources of insurance coverage, and how to maximize your insurance recovery.

A Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Can Help You Avoid Costly Mistakes

It’s easy to hurt your own insurance claim after an accident. Telling the other driver “Oh, I’m so sorry!” is a common reaction, but it can be used as an admission of guilt by an insurance agent. Other common errors include posting information on your social media page and talking to witnesses at the scene.

Equally damaging are the mistakes you make when filing your claim. One of the most common reasons claims get denied is because of missing forms and documentation. After an accident, especially if you’ve been hurt, the last thing you are thinking about is completing an insurance form. Your attorney will help you complete all the documents and get the information to your insurer in the proper manner. They’ll also talk to insurance agents and attorneys for you, so you don’t say the wrong thing to the wrong person.

Motorcycle Attorneys Gather the Most Effective Evidence for Your Case

Not only do we know which evidence is effective, but firms like ours will also go out and collect that crucial evidence. Not all evidence will work in every case. After working on numerous cases and securing many settlements over the years, one of the things our law firm has learned is that some evidence tends to be more compelling than others. 

Our experience allows us to identify and prioritize the most impactful pieces of evidence, whether it’s witness testimony, accident reports, or expert analysis. This focus on quality evidence can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. By leveraging our knowledge and resources, we aim to build the strongest possible case for our clients, maximizing their chances of a favorable settlement or verdict. 

Most Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Work on a Contingency Fee Basis 

Attorneys can be expensive. Most personal injury firms, including the Millar Law Firm, work on a contingency fee basis. That means if we don’t win, you don’t pay. This arrangement lets us work together to complete your case and achieve the best outcome possible.

At the Millar Law Firm, we’re dedicated to getting the best result in your legal matter. We want to see you get the compensation you need for your injuries, including any lost wages and future medical costs.

A Motorcycle Attorney Will Talk With Insurance Agents for You

Insurance agents are not your friends. A simple call to see how you’re doing is really a fishing expedition to get an admission of guilt or recovery. Having an attorney means that you don’t need to worry about talking to an insurance agent or the other party’s attorney.

Your attorney handles all calls from the insurance agent, other attorneys, even the other party. When it’s time to settle or go to trial, your attorney takes care of all that too. The only thing you need to worry about is recovering from your injuries.

A Motorcycle Attorney Increases Your Odds of Compensation

Of course, no good attorney will guarantee anything. Courts and juries are unpredictable. But a good motorcycle attorney can increase your chances of getting the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

Your attorney will ensure that no insurance option is overlooked. They’ll make sure you don’t make any mistakes in your claim documentation. They’ll talk to the insurance company and attorneys on your behalf and negotiate a good settlement in your case. If your case goes to trial, your attorney will be prepared to fight for you.

Having a motorcycle attorney gives you the best possible chance at recovering the compensation you need and receiving the justice you deserve in your case.