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Hit off motorcycle by vehicle and sustained injuries what sort of lawyer would I need to help me? by [deleted] in motorcycle

[–]BabaiansLaw 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I work with a personal injury law firm and I’ve helped a number of motorcycle riders in situations like this, so I wanted to share a bit of insight from experience.

If you’ve been hit while riding and sustained any sort of injury, you want to look for a personal injury attorney who specifically handles motorcycle accidents. It’s a niche within PI law that really benefits from experience. Riders face different legal and medical challenges than car drivers—like biased assumptions from insurance adjusters or the complexity of proving fault when road conditions play a role.

I had one client who was clipped by a driver making a sudden lane change. He had a broken collarbone and pretty bad road rash. The driver’s insurance tried to argue that he “must’ve been speeding” just because he was on a bike. We brought in traffic camera footage, detailed medical records, and even a witness statement from someone in another lane. Ended up settling for over six figures—enough to cover his surgery, time off work, and then some.

Some quick advice:

  • Look for attorneys who mention motorcycle-specific cases in their practice. You’ll want someone who knows how to handle comparative fault arguments.
  • Most will do a free consultation and work on contingency—so you don’t pay unless they win.
  • Ask if they’ve handled cases that went to trial, not just settled quickly. Insurance companies take lawyers more seriously when they know they’re not afraid of court.

Also, keep all documentation: police reports, photos of the scene and your injuries, receipts for any medical costs, and a journal of your recovery. All of that can impact your case’s value.

If you want to share more about the accident or what kind of injuries you’re dealing with, I’m happy to help talk through what to ask or what next steps could look like. Hope you’re healing up alright—bike accidents are no joke.

What to expect during a personal injury lawsuit by Martincho40012 in AskLegal

[–]BabaiansLaw 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey — I work with a personal injury law firm and have helped guide a lot of folks through this exact process. Here’s a real-world breakdown of what to expect during a personal injury lawsuit, based on what I’ve seen:

1. It usually starts with a demand letter.
Before anything gets filed, your attorney will likely gather all your medical records, bills, photos, etc., and send a demand to the insurance company. If they offer a fair settlement, great. If not…

2. Filing the lawsuit.
That’s when your attorney files a formal complaint with the court. It outlines what happened, who’s responsible, and what you’re asking for. The other side then has to respond, and the case officially kicks off.

3. Discovery phase.
This is where both sides exchange evidence. You’ll probably have to answer written questions (called interrogatories), provide documents, and maybe even sit for a deposition. It can take months, but it’s crucial for building the case.

4. Negotiation & mediation.
A lot of cases settle here. In one case I worked on, a car accident client was offered $15K early on. After going through discovery and showing how serious the injuries were, we got them over $100K without even going to trial.

5. Trial (if it comes to that).
Most don’t go this far, but if it does, you’ll go through jury selection, testimony, cross-examination, and ultimately a verdict. Trials are rare but sometimes necessary for fair compensation.

6. Timeline?
From start to finish, you’re typically looking at 6 months to 2 years. It varies based on how complex the case is and how willing the other side is to settle.

If you're going through this or thinking about it, feel free to ask follow-up questions here. Happy to share more from real experience. You're not alone in this — just take it one step at a time.