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Attorney for Motorcycle Riders Injured in Collisions in Hanover, Maryland

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Motorcyclists face risks on the road that drivers of passenger vehicles rarely have to consider. A motorcycle offers little in the way of physical protection, and a collision that takes place at a relatively moderate speed can throw a rider from their bike or cause them to suffer serious harm due to the direct force of the impact on their body. Due to the severe injuries that can occur, motorcyclists will need to determine what steps they can take to address the harm they have suffered in collisions.

A motorcycle accident may happen because a driver failed to notice a motorcycle, misjudged how quickly a motorcycle was approaching, or engaged in other forms of negligence that put a motorcyclist at risk. At Whitlock Law, our lawyer can provide representation for motorcyclists who have been injured by negligent drivers. With our help, injury victims can secure compensation that will address damages such as medical expenses, lost wages, and other personal and financial losses.

Motorcycle accident cases often involve unfair biases against motorcyclists. People may assume that a person was speeding, driving recklessly, or taking other unsafe actions simply because they were on a motorcycle. Our attorney works to counter these assumptions by gathering evidence to show that another driver was at fault for a collision. Evidence may include police reports, skid marks, vehicle damage patterns, and statements from witnesses. By presenting a clear and accurate account of the crash, our lawyer will fight to ensure that a client will be treated fairly and compensated for their damages.

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Common Forms of Driver Negligence That Can Cause Motorcycle Accidents

Many motorcycle accidents can be traced back to a driver who violated the rules of the road. Left turn accidents are some of the most common types of collisions involving motorcycles. A driver may turn in front of an oncoming motorcycle at an intersection without giving the rider an opportunity to slow down. This can happen when a driver does not realize how fast a motorcycle is approaching or does not see a motorcycle at all due to distractions.

Drivers may also collide with motorcycles when they fail to check their blind spots before changing lanes. Because motorcycles are smaller than passenger vehicles, they can be harder to spot in a vehicle's side mirrors. A driver who does not look over their shoulder before changing lanes or merging can sideswipe a motorcycle, causing it to crash or forcing it off the road. Tailgating can also put a motorcycle rider at risk, since a motorcycle can sometimes stop more quickly than a passenger vehicle, and a driver who is following may not be able to react before hitting the motorcycle from behind.

Distracted driving is a major factor in many motorcycle crashes. When a driver is looking at their phone or engaging in activities like eating and drinking rather than watching the road, they will be more likely to fail to notice motorcycles. Intoxicated driving is also an issue that can lead to motorcycle accidents. The impairments that affect drivers who have been drinking alcohol or using drugs can make it much harder to notice and respond to motorcycles.

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Injuries Motorcyclists Can Suffer in Collisions

Because motorcycles do not provide riders with the same structural protection as a car or truck, collisions can result in severe injuries. Road rash is a common injury in these cases, and it can damage skin and soft tissues when a person slides or is dragged across the pavement after being thrown from a motorcycle. In some cases, road rash may cause deep wounds that will require skin grafts or other types of surgery.

Fractures are common in motorcycle accidents, and bones may be broken in the arms, legs, wrists, collarbones, or hips. Skull fractures can occur when a person's head is struck by a vehicle or hits the ground. Spine fractures may take place due to a strong impact.

In addition to skull fractures, other types of head and brain injuries can occur, even if a person was wearing a helmet. A traumatic brain injury can have long-term effects on a person's life, leading to memory loss, speech and language difficulties, chronic pain, vision or hearing problems, difficulties with coordination, and mood disorders or personality changes.

Spinal cord injuries may occur because of fractured vertebrae in the spine, when herniated discs place pressure on nerves, or when the spinal cord is damaged. These injuries can lead to chronic pain, loss of mobility, paralysis, and permanent disability. Other injuries may include damage to internal organs, nerve damage throughout the body, or soft tissue injuries affecting joints such as the shoulders, wrists, knees, or ankles.

Financial Compensation to Help a Motorcycle Accident Victim Recover

A serious motorcycle accident can result in massive medical bills and other expenses, and if a person cannot work while recovering from their injuries, they and their family may face serious financial difficulties. Financial compensation for a motorcycle accident can cover the costs of emergency treatment, hospital care, surgeries, medications, physical therapy, and other forms of past and future medical treatment. It may also address a person's lost wages and any reduction in their future earning capacity due to permanent physical or mental limitations.

Compensation can also address the pain and suffering that has occurred because of a serious injury. It may help a person address the emotional trauma they suffer during a long recovery, changes to their daily routines, and issues that have affected their relationships and quality of life.

Our considerable experience and focus on personal injury law can give you a significant advantage, because we will use our knowledge and skills to protect your best interests. If insurers do not offer full compensation through settlement negotiations, Attorney Whitlock is a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom.

Contact Our Hanover Motorcycle Accident Attorney

A person who has been injured in a motorcycle accident can take steps to recover compensation, but doing so is not always easy. To ensure that the legal issues in a case will be handled correctly, the attorney at Whitlock Law can provide effective legal representation while advocating for full and fair compensation that will address the damages an injury victim has suffered. Contact our Hanover, MD motorcycle crash lawyer at 301-565-1655 to arrange a free consultation.

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We serve personal injury clients throughout Maryland, including Rockville, Potomac, Olney, Aspen Hills, Damascus, Hagerstown, Middletown, Bethesda, Germantown, Kensington, Gaithersburg, Chevy Chase, Frederick, Urbana, Clarksburg, Greenbelt, Upper Marlboro, College Park, Beltsville, Largo, Laurel, Columbia, Ellicott City, Pikesville, Owings Mills, Towson, Reisterstown, Essex, Parkville, Randallstown, Linthicum Heights, Baltimore, Annapolis, Crofton, Severn, Severna Park, Glen Burnie, Westminster, Sykesville, Silver Spring, Langley Park, Riverdale Park, Wheaton, Glenmont, Highlandtown, Hyattsville, and Bowie.

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Hanover, MD Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Case Spotlight

No Case is too Small or too Big.

I had a seamless experience with them.

Very helpful and informative.

Morgan is the best.

Attorney for Motorcycle Riders Injured in Collisions in Hanover, Maryland

Call 301-565-1655 Today to Schedule a Free Consultation

Common Forms of Driver Negligence That Can Cause Motorcycle Accidents

Relentless in pursuit. Committed to the fight.

Injuries Motorcyclists Can Suffer in Collisions

Financial Compensation to Help a Motorcycle Accident Victim Recover

Contact Our Hanover Motorcycle Accident Attorney

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Silver Spring Office

Bowie Office

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Maryland 301-565-1655 | Virginia 703-576-5005