Motorcyclists are especially vulnerable to severe accidents due to their small size and limited protection from impact. When a motorcycle crash happens, riders often suffer catastrophic and even fatal injuries. Accident-related medical costs and associated expenses can be debilitating, as can the mental and physical effects of the injury. However, an Alabama motorcycle accident lawyer may be able to help.
If you were in a motorcycle crash caused by someone else’s negligence, you could recover medical bills, lost wages, and other damages through a personal injury claim. An Alabama personal injury lawyer with the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown can negotiate with the insurance companies to recover compensation for your losses. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Alabama Personal Injury Lawyer With a Client-First Focus
At the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown, we put our clients’ interests first. We want to understand how your motorcycle accident has affected you and your loved ones so we can create the right case strategy for your situation.
We Care About Your Well-Being
A motorcycle accident can have serious, lasting effects. We check in with you regularly to see how you are managing the challenges that arise from the accident. Our legal team will help you connect with the right doctors for your condition and assist you with securing second opinions from physicians and psychologists to bolster your legal claim for damages.
We Work Toward Your Needs
Throughout your case, we keep you updated and provide explanations about the legal process. You can expect prompt answers to any questions or concerns. Your well-being and concerns are always paramount, even if they change during your case. We will always work to address your needs and concerns and keep you educated about your legal options.
We Focus on a Small Caseload
The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown is committed to ensuring clients receive dedicated attention. If our attorney is overloaded with cases, they can’t provide you with the focus you need and deserve. Instead, we focus on quality over quantity by taking a small number of clients and focusing on personalized legal representation.
Partner With an Award-Winning Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Committed to Getting Results
Attorney Dwayne Brown is a career attorney committed to seeking justice for injured clients. He has received accolades from Super Lawyers for his excellence in personal injury representation, as well as a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating for his high ethical standards and professionalism.
In addition, Brown is a member of the Million and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a distinction limited to attorneys who have won million-dollar and multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements.
A Track Record For Successful Representation
Since the law firm was established, the Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown has recovered more than $100,000,000 on behalf of injured clients in Alabama, Georgia, and beyond. Our case results reflect our 30 years of experience and dedication to recovering fair compensation for injury victims.
Seeking Fair Compensation After an Alabama Motorcycle Crash
Even the most cautious motorcycle rider can be struck by an inattentive or careless driver.
Since a motorcyclist’s body bears the force of impact in an accident, their injuries are often extreme. Traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, crushing injuries, internal organ damage, and broken bones are just a few of the injuries you could sustain.
We can defend your legal right to compensation if you were injured in a motorcycle crash due to someone else’s negligence. Damages you could recover in an Alabama motorcycle accident claim include the following:
- Healthcare expenses: Whether your injury requires hospitalization, surgery, emergency care, or rehabilitation, you can seek compensation for all medical costs associated with your motorcycle crash.
- Property damage: You can recover the cost for repair and replacement of your motorcycle, gear, and other personal possessions damaged in the collision.
- Lost income: If you miss work or cannot return to your previous employment, you could pursue compensation for your lost wages and diminished income capacity.
- Pain and suffering: Motorcycle accident injuries can cause more than just physical injuries. They can lead to mental and emotional distress, affecting your ability to live a fulfilling and enjoyable life.
Our compassionate motorcycle accident attorney in Alabama pays attention to the unique ways the crash affected you and your loved ones. Our goal is to help you recover the compensation you need for your particular circumstances.
Understanding Negligence in Alabama Motorcycle Accident Claims
Motorcyclists are especially at risk of injury when another motorist fails to obey traffic laws or drives carelessly. Negligent behaviors that can lead to motorcycle accidents include the following:
- Aggressive driving and speeding
- Distracted and inattentive driving
- Drunk driving
- Driving under the influence of drugs
- Turning or changing lanes without using a signal
- Running stop signs and red lights
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Weaving, tailgating, and driving recklessly
Motorcyclists have an equal right to the road as any other motorist, and a motorist who causes a motorcycle collision through negligence should be held accountable. A motorcycle crash attorney in Alabama can guide you through the legal process and help you pursue fair compensation.
Establishing the other driver’s negligence is a crucial aspect of any motorcycle accident claim. Alabama’s laws require us to prove negligence through four key elements:
- Duty of Care: The other driver has a legal obligation to follow traffic laws and operate their vehicle safely.
- Breach of Duty: The other driver chose to violate a traffic law and endangered others on the road.
- Causation: This action or inaction led to an accident and your injuries.
- Damages: You have suffered financial and physical losses from the accident and may demand compensation to recover.
We will gather evidence to prove these four elements, including:
- Photos and videos of the accident scene
- Police report
- Medical records, including a prognosis
- Physical evidence
- Invoices, receipts, and bills
- Witness testimony
- Expert testimony to validate our assertions
Timing is crucial when it comes to securing evidence, so contact our team as soon as possible after your accident.
Deadlines to Consider When Filing a Motorcycle Accident Claim in Alabama
Under AL Code § 6-2-38, injury victims generally have two years from the date of their accident to file a lawsuit against the negligent party. If you miss the filing deadline, you could lose the chance to file a claim for damages. Although filing deadlines can differ depending on the circumstances of your accident, you benefit from reaching out to a motorcycle accident attorney right away.
We can begin investigating your case, compiling documentation, and interviewing witnesses while the accident is still clear in their minds. Our legal team works to build a strong claim and files your lawsuit within the statute of limitations while you focus on recovering your health.
Protecting Your Legal Rights After a Motorcycle Crash in Alabama
Following a motorcycle collision, call 911 right away to report the accident and ensure all involved parties receive appropriate medical care for their injuries.
If your injuries allow, use your phone to take pictures of the accident scene. Focus on skid marks, vehicle damage, and the vehicles’ final resting points. If there were visual obstructions or other contributing factors, be sure to document them as well. Take down the names and contact details of the other parties involved in the crash and any witnesses.
Contact a motorcycle accident lawyer in Alabama as soon as you can. Our attorney can provide critical guidance and support to protect your legal rights in a personal injury claim.
How Our Alabama Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Handles a Claim
Every case is unique, but the legal process for most motorcycle accident claims typically involves an insurance claim or a personal injury lawsuit. Most personal injury cases settle out of court, and our claims are no exception. We will submit claims, share documentation, and negotiate with the at-fault party’s insurer to achieve a fair settlement agreement.
If we cannot reach a reasonable settlement with the insurance company, we may take your case to trial. This may occur in complex motorcycle accident claims with multiple at-fault parties or questions about liability. Our legal team is prepared from the beginning to take your case to trial if necessary.
We Will Deal With the Insurance Companies for You
The insurance companies will look for opportunities to deny or undervalue your claim, but we can protect you from their questionable tactics. For example, AL Code § 32-5A-245 requires a motorcyclist to wear a helmet. The insurance companies could use the state’s strict contributory negligence doctrine to unfairly reduce or deny your claim if you were not wearing your helmet in the accident. However, we can counter such denials to secure compensation for your losses.
Free Consultation and Legal Support on a Contingency Fee Basis
The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown handles personal injury claims on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing up front for the attorney’s fees and costs. We recover the cost of litigation from the final settlement or jury award. If your case does not succeed, our firm will absorb the legal fees and costs.
Contact an Alabama Motorcycle Accident Attorney Today
The Law Office of Dwayne L. Brown has spent the last 30 years advocating for injured people like yourself. Our team understands the challenges and complications you face after an unexpected bike accident caused by another’s negligence.
Our motorcycle accident lawyer in Alabama is prepared to defend your legal rights in negotiations and at trial. Call today for a free consultation with a member of our legal team.
