Phoenix Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Arizona may be a popular state for motorcyclists, but that doesn’t mean its roads are safe for motorcycle riders. Issues such as careless and reckless drivers and dangerous roads contribute to hundreds of motorcycle accidents in Arizona each year.

Suppose you or a loved one was involved in a recent motorcycle crash in or around the Phoenix area. In that case, the attorneys at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP can help you seek a fair financial recovery from the at-fault party. Contact our Phoenix motorcycle accident lawyers to start your case with a free consultation.

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Why Hire A Phoenix Motorcycle Accident Attorney From Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP?

• Our law firm has won numerous awards and accolades, including being ranked by Best Lawyers® as a “Tier 1” firm for Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Litigation (the highest level).
• We care about injured motorcyclists and work hard to secure the case results that they deserve. We have won billions of dollars in settlements and judgment awards for past clients.
• Our Phoenix personal injury lawyers accept motorcycle accident cases in Phoenix on a contingency fee basis, meaning you will only be charged an attorney’s fee if we win your case.

We Have Success With Motorcycle Accident Claims

LO V. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS, ET. AL – 41.8 Million

This case involved a rear-end motorcycle injury resulting in catastrophic injuries.

RADA V. HARDIN IRVINE AUTOMOTIVE INC.  – $21.5 Million

A motorcycle accident case that resulted in catastrophic injuries.

How Can A Phoenix Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Help After A Crash?

At Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP, our Phoenix motorcycle accident attorneys will thoroughly investigate your incident to help identify all possible causes and liable parties. Although vital evidence from your crash can quickly be destroyed or lost, our experienced motorcycle accident lawyers take fast action to help preserve that evidence and to uncover the facts to build your strongest case. 

We will help establish and accurately value all your current and future damages, so you know what a fair resolution of your claim would be. Our Phoenix motorcycle accident attorneys are skilled negotiators who will work to reach a fair resolution of your claim as quickly as possible. 

When a fair settlement cannot be quickly reached, our attorneys will prepare your case for trial to help hold the at-fault parties responsible for paying the full value of your damages. We will conduct formal discovery, including propounding interrogatories, requests for production of documents, requests for admissions, and conducting depositions. 

We often collaborate with leading medical, economic, and other industry experts to prove your claims so you can recover maximum compensation for your damages. 

Your chances of a successful outcome are significantly higher when an experienced motorcycle accident attorney represents you. Our Phoenix motorcycle accident attorneys have decades of experience helping injury victims secure the compensation they deserve. We will handle all aspects of pursuing your claim, allowing you to enjoy peace of mind and focus on healing from your accident. 

How Much Is My Phoenix Motorcycle Accident Claim Worth?

You should not base the value of your motorcycle accident claim on a perceived “average settlement amount.” Every case is unique, with assigned settlement values varying significantly based on the individual factors involved. Speaking with an attorney is the best way to get an accurate estimate of how much your particular motorcycle accident claim might be worth.

You could be entitled to the following types of financial compensation:

• Medical bills
• Property damage repairs
• Lost wages
• Loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of consortium
• Wrongful death damages

The potential value of your case will depend on factors such as the severity of your injuries, the cost of your medical bills and property repairs, your ability to return to work, the number of defendants, and the insurance coverage available. As your attorneys, we will actively seek maximum compensation for your specific losses.

Causes Of Motorcycle Accidents In Phoenix, AZ

An important step to take after a motorcycle accident is to determine the cause of the crash. Under Arizona’s fault-based insurance law, you will need to determine who is at fault for your crash before you can file an insurance claim. This is because the person or party at fault for the accident will be held responsible for paying for the damages caused by the crash.

Common reasons for serious and fatal motorcycle accidents in Phoenix include:

• Speeding drivers
• Drivers failing to pay attention or driving while distracted
• Cell phone use while driving
• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Following too closely behind motorcyclists
• Unsafe or illegal passing
• Making unsafe lane changes
• Failing to yield the right-of-way to motorcyclists
• Failing to stop at red lights and stop signs
• Making unsafe left-hand turns at intersections
• Road defects, such as potholes
• Defective motorcycle parts

If a motor vehicle driver is at fault for causing a motorcycle accident, the motorcyclist can file a claim with the driver’s car insurance company for financial recovery. If a road or motorcycle defect contributed to the crash, however, a third party such as the government or vehicle manufacturer could be held liable, instead.

What Common Injuries Are Caused By Motorcycle Crashes?

When a motorcycle crashes, the rider and any passengers can suffer significant injuries. With little to no protection from harm, motorcycle riders often sustain severe injuries that may affect them for life, including permanent scarring, disfigurement, and disability.

Common motorcycle accident injuries include:

• Broken bones
• Head injuries and skull fractures
• Brain injuries
• Neck, back, and spine injuries
• Disk herniation
• Road rash and serious lacerations
• Facial and dental injuries
• Broken bones
• Lower extremity injuries
• Soft-tissue damage
• Internal injuries
• Bruising and contusions

Injured motorcycle accident victims in Phoenix may be eligible for financial compensation for their past, current, and future medical bills, in addition to other costs and losses associated with their significant injuries. If there was a death, speak to a wrongful death lawyer in Phoenix immediately.

How Do I Prove Liability In A Phoenix Motorcycle Accident Case?

Proving a motorcycle accident case typically requires demonstrating that another person or party caused the crash, such as through an act of negligence. Negligence means the failure to act with proper care, such as a careless driver.

Proving negligence involves four main elements:

1. Duty of care: The defendant had a legal responsibility or obligation to behave with a reasonable amount of care based on the circumstances.
2. Breach of duty: the defendant committed an act or omission that went against the standard of care, something that a reasonable and prudent party would not have done.
3. Causation: A connection exists between the breach of duty and the motorcycle accident, indicating that the crash would most likely not have occurred were it not for the negligent act.
4. Damages: Real, compensable losses were suffered by the motorcycle accident victim. Examples include physical injuries, property damage, and medical bills.

Proving fault in a motorcycle accident claim in Phoenix requires evidence. Our lawyers can gather evidence to support your case, including police reports, witness statements, and expert testimony.

What If I Am Partially At Fault?

Arizona follows a pure comparative fault model in personal injury cases, as outlined in Arizona Revised Statutes §12-205. Under this rule, you can still recover compensation for damages if you are partially at fault for the accident. However, your compensation will be reduced by the percentage of fault assigned to you.

For example, if you are found to be 60% at fault and your damages total $100,000, you could still recover $40,000 after deducting your percentage of fault.

Insurance companies and defense attorneys work hard to shift as much blame as possible to you to reduce the amount of damages they must pay. At Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP, our Phoenix motorcycle accident attorneys will stand up to the insurance companies, fight tirelessly to avoid or reduce any fault assigned to you, and protect your rights to recover maximum compensation for your damages.

What Is The Time Limit For Filing An Accident Claim In Arizona?

A statute of limitations is a law that establishes the deadline for filing a claim to recover compensation in a personal injury case. If you miss your filing deadline, you will not be able to recover damages for your injuries. 

As outlined in Arizona Revised Statutes §12-542(1), the statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including Phoenix motorcycle accident claims, is two years from the date of your accident. If you have lost a loved one in a Phoenix motorcycle accident, you may have the right to file a Phoenix wrongful death action. A wrongful death claim also has a two-year statute of limitations, which begins to run from the date of death, not necessarily from the date of the accident. 

However, there are exceptions to the two-year filing deadline. You must consult an experienced Phoenix motorcycle accident attorney promptly to determine your filing deadline. Another critical reason to consult a motorcycle accident attorney quickly is to help preserve vital evidence that can be lost or destroyed soon after an accident. At Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP, our Phoenix motorcycle accident attorneys take immediate action to prevent the destruction of evidence and to uncover proof to support your claim. 

What To Do Following A Phoenix Motorcycle Accident

Knowing what to do after a Phoenix motorcycle accident can help protect your health and your right to recover compensation for your damages. If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, take the following steps:

• Call 911 for emergency medical assistance or your local police department to report the accident. 
• Move out of the flow of traffic to a safer area if you can.
• Exchange information with all other involved parties.
• Obtain the names and contact information of any witnesses to the accident. 
• Take photographs and video footage of the scene of the accident, including the position of your bike, vehicles involved, any traffic signs or signals, the condition of the road, and anything else that seems relevant. 
• Ensure a police report is filed, and plan to request a copy of the crash report when it is completed. 
• Do not admit fault or apologize for the accident, as it could be used against you. 
• If you were not taken to the hospital by ambulance, have a medical evaluation completed as soon as possible. Even if you do not think your injuries are severe, you should have a thorough assessment since some life-threatening injuries are not immediately apparent. 
• Report your accident to your insurance company.
• Consult an experienced Phoenix motorcycle accident attorney.
• Follow through with any treatment plan provided by your doctor and attend all medical appointments. 
• Do not give a recorded statement to the insurance company without first consulting an experienced motorcycle accident attorney. 
• Stay off social media. Insurance companies often review social media accounts looking for something that can be used to deny or devalue your claim. 
• Do not accept a quick settlement offer without first knowing the actual value of your claim. Until you have had all current and future damages established and accurately valued, you will not know what a fair settlement of your claim would be. 

Once you have retained a Phoenix motorcycle accident attorney, follow their instructions on what you should and should not do while your claim is pending. When Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP represents you, you will never need to wonder what to do next. We will guide you every step of the way. 

Contact A Motorcycle Accident Attorney In Phoenix, AZ, Today!

A motorcycle accident could upend your life, inflicting severe injuries and emotional distress on you as a rider. At Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP, we are dedicated to protecting the rights of injured motorcyclists in Phoenix and throughout Arizona. Contact our Phoenix accident lawyers to find out how we can help you with an insurance claim or injury lawsuit after a preventable motorcycle crash. Contact us online or call us at (877) 800-1700 today.