Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in New York

New York Motorcycle Accident Attorneys With Decades of Personal Injury Experience

Motorcyclists have the same right to use New York’s roads as other motorists, but they do not have the protection of a passenger compartment, airbags, or a reinforced vehicle frame. When a driver turns across a rider’s path, changes lanes without checking, follows too closely, or fails to yield, the motorcyclist may be thrown directly onto the road or into another vehicle.

The resulting injuries may include traumatic brain damage, spinal cord injuries, amputations, multiple fractures, internal injuries, severe road rash, permanent disfigurement, and death. These injuries can require emergency surgery, months of rehabilitation, extensive time away from work, and lifelong medical care.

Spar & Bernstein has represented injured New Yorkers for more than 50 years. The firm’s existing motor vehicle practice reports more than $100 million in settled cases and handles the investigation, evidence collection, insurance negotiations, litigation, and trial preparation required in serious accident claims.

Our attorneys do not accept the insurance company’s assumption that the motorcyclist must have caused the crash. We examine the vehicles, road, traffic signals, electronic data, witnesses, available footage, and every party whose negligence may have contributed to the collision.

We handle motorcycle claims involving:

• Left-turn collisions
• Unsafe lane changes
• Blind-spot accidents
• Rear-end crashes
• Head-on collisions
• Intersection accidents
• Dooring incidents
• Hit-and-run drivers
• Commercial trucks and buses
• Taxis and rideshare vehicles
• Drunk or distracted drivers
• Dangerous roads and construction zones
• Defective motorcycle components
• Uninsured and underinsured motorists
• Motorcycle passenger injuries
• Fatal motorcycle crashes

How We Help After a Motorcycle Accident

Spar & Bernstein handles motorcycle accident cases from the initial investigation through settlement negotiations or trial. Our attorneys manage the legal process while the injured rider and their family focus on medical treatment and recovery.

1. Immediate Case Review and Accident Investigation

Our attorneys promptly review how and where the crash occurred.

We examine:

• The police accident report
• Statements made at the scene
• Photographs and video
• The positions of the vehicles
• Vehicle and motorcycle damage
• Traffic signals and signs
• Road and weather conditions
• Available surveillance footage
• Witness accounts
• The rider’s medical records
• Whether a commercial or government vehicle was involved
• Whether a defective part or road condition contributed to the accident

This early review helps determine which parties may be responsible and what evidence must be preserved immediately.

2. Taking Over Communication and Paperwork

An insurance adjuster may contact an injured rider shortly after the crash and request a recorded statement. The adjuster may ask questions designed to support allegations that the motorcyclist was speeding, weaving through traffic, riding in a blind spot, or otherwise responsible.

Spar & Bernstein handles communication with:

• The at-fault driver
• Automobile insurance carriers
• The rider’s motorcycle insurer
• Commercial vehicle operators
• Employers of negligent drivers
• Government agencies
• Construction contractors
• Motorcycle manufacturers
• Repair businesses
• Uninsured and underinsured motorist carriers
• Investigators and defense attorneys

We also prepare and file applicable insurance claims, court papers, notices, document requests, and other legal paperwork.

3. Preserving Evidence Before It Disappears

Motorcycle accidents often occur quickly, and the physical evidence may be moved or destroyed soon afterward.

Our legal team can preserve and obtain:

• Police reports
• Traffic-camera footage
• Storefront and building surveillance
• Dashcam footage
• Rideshare or commercial vehicle video
• Vehicle event data
• Cellphone records
• Driver logs
• Electronic logging device records
• Motorcycle and vehicle inspection evidence
• Photographs of skid marks and debris
• Construction and maintenance records
• Witness statements
• 911 recordings
• Prior complaints concerning the road or intersection

We may send formal preservation demands to drivers, insurers, businesses, government agencies, vehicle owners, and other parties instructing them not to delete or alter relevant evidence.

4. Conducting a Thorough Independent Investigation

The police report is important, but it may not provide a complete account of the crash. Officers may arrive after vehicles have been moved, and the report may rely heavily on the statement of a driver who did not see the motorcycle until impact.

Our investigation may include:

• Visiting and photographing the scene
• Measuring lanes, sightlines, and road defects
• Examining the motorcycle
• Inspecting the other vehicles
• Identifying nearby cameras
• Interviewing witnesses
• Reviewing traffic-signal timing
• Analyzing skid marks and points of impact
• Reconstructing vehicle movements
• Reviewing prior crashes at the location
• Investigating the driver’s employment and driving history
• Examining maintenance and repair records
• Determining whether a defective component contributed to the crash

When appropriate, we work with accident reconstruction specialists, engineers, medical professionals, vocational experts, life-care planners, and economists.

5. Identifying Every Potentially Liable Party

The driver who struck the motorcycle may not be the only responsible party.

Potential defendants may include:

• A negligent driver
• The owner of the vehicle
• Another motorist who contributed to the crash
• The driver’s employer
• A trucking company
• A bus or transit operator
• A taxi or rideshare company
• A government entity responsible for the roadway
• A road construction contractor
• A motorcycle manufacturer
• A tire, brake, or component manufacturer
• A repair or maintenance company
• A bar, restaurant, or other party in an applicable alcohol-related claim

Identifying all responsible parties is particularly important when the rider’s medical costs and long-term losses exceed the individual driver’s insurance limits.

6. Countering Attempts to Blame the Rider

Motorcycle insurers and defense lawyers may rely on stereotypes rather than evidence. They may argue that the rider must have been speeding because the injuries were severe or that riding a motorcycle is inherently reckless.

We counter those arguments with:

• Video footage
• Physical damage
• Accident reconstruction
• Vehicle data
• Skid-mark analysis
• Witness testimony
• Traffic records
• Expert opinions
• Photographs of the scene
• Evidence of the other driver’s conduct

The focus should remain on how the crash occurred and which party violated the rules of the road.

7. Calculating Full and Long-Term Damages

A serious motorcycle injury cannot be valued solely by looking at the first hospital bill.

Our attorneys assess:

• Emergency treatment
• Hospitalization
• Surgery
• Rehabilitation
• Physical and occupational therapy
• Future medical care
• Prosthetic devices
• Home-care assistance
• Home and vehicle modifications
• Lost wages
• Lost employment benefits
• Reduced earning capacity
• Permanent disability
• Scarring and disfigurement
• Pain and suffering
• Psychological trauma
• Loss of independence
• Reduced quality of life

This is especially important in claims involving traumatic brain injury, paralysis, amputation, severe road rash, multiple fractures, or other permanent conditions.

8. Negotiating Aggressively and Preparing for Trial

Insurers may make an early offer before the rider knows whether additional surgery, rehabilitation, or lifelong care will be necessary. Accepting that offer generally requires the injured person to release the responsible parties from further liability.

Spar & Bernstein builds every motorcycle case with trial readiness in mind. We present a fully documented claim supported by medical evidence, economic records, witness testimony, and expert analysis.

When the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, our attorneys are prepared to file suit and pursue the case in court.

Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents

Many motorcycle collisions result from another road user’s failure to see the rider, yield the right of way, or operate safely around a smaller vehicle.

Common causes include:

• Unsafe left turns: A driver turns across the motorcycle’s path at an intersection, driveway, or parking lot entrance.
• Failure to yield: A motorist enters a road or intersection without allowing an approaching motorcycle to proceed.
• Blind-spot collisions: Drivers change lanes without checking mirrors and blind spots for motorcycles.
• Distracted driving: Texting, phone use, navigation systems, eating, or other distractions prevent a driver from recognizing the rider.
• Speeding: Excessive speed reduces reaction time and increases the force of the collision.
• Impaired driving: Alcohol, drugs, or certain medications can affect judgment, perception, and reaction time.
• Tailgating: A driver follows the motorcycle too closely and cannot stop when traffic slows.
• Rear-end collisions: Even a relatively low-speed rear impact can eject a rider from the motorcycle.
• Dooring accidents: A vehicle occupant opens a door into the path of an approaching motorcyclist.
• Unsafe passing: A driver passes too closely or reenters the lane before leaving sufficient clearance.
• Vehicles blocking travel lanes: Double-parked or illegally stopped vehicles may force riders into moving traffic.
• Road defects: Potholes, broken pavement, debris, loose gravel, unmarked construction, and defective utility covers are particularly dangerous to motorcycles.
• Poorly designed construction zones: Missing signs, abrupt lane shifts, uneven surfaces, or loose materials may cause a rider to lose control.
• Defective motorcycle parts: Brake failures, tire defects, steering problems, or faulty components may support a product liability claim.
• Negligent motorcycle repairs: Improper brake, tire, wheel, steering, or suspension work can cause a mechanical failure.

Injuries Commonly Caused by Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists can suffer catastrophic injuries even when wearing protective gear and complying with every traffic rule.

Common injuries include:

• Traumatic brain injuries: A rider may suffer a concussion, brain bleeding, skull fracture, memory impairment, cognitive changes, or permanent neurological damage.
• Spinal cord injuries: Damage to the spinal cord can cause paralysis, reduced sensation, chronic pain, and loss of bowel or bladder function.
• Neck and back injuries: Herniated discs, compression fractures, nerve damage, and soft-tissue injuries may require surgery and extended rehabilitation.
• Broken bones: Motorcycle crashes frequently cause fractures of the arms, wrists, shoulders, ribs, pelvis, hips, legs, ankles, and feet.
• Crush injuries: A rider may become pinned under a vehicle or between the motorcycle and another object.
• Amputations: Severe trauma, blood-vessel damage, infection, or crush injuries may require surgical amputation.
• Road rash: Sliding across pavement can remove layers of skin, damage nerves and muscles, cause infection, and leave permanent scars.
• Burn injuries: Contact with fuel, fire, hot engine components, or exhaust equipment can produce serious thermal burns.
• Internal injuries: Blunt-force trauma may damage the lungs, liver, kidneys, spleen, or other organs and cause internal bleeding.
• Facial and dental injuries: Impact can cause jaw fractures, eye injuries, broken teeth, nerve damage, and disfigurement.
• Psychological injuries: Riders may experience post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, nightmares, or fear of returning to the road.
• Wrongful death: Fatal motorcycle accidents may allow the decedent’s personal representative to pursue a New York wrongful death claim.

Overcoming Bias Against Motorcyclists

Motorcycle accident victims often face prejudice that does not arise in the same way after an ordinary car crash.

An insurance company may assume that the rider:

• Was speeding
• Was weaving through traffic
• Was riding between lanes
• Was difficult to see
• Accepted the risk of serious injury
• Was operating an excessively powerful motorcycle
• Failed to use appropriate safety equipment
• Could have avoided the crash

Those assumptions do not establish fault.

A rider’s choice to use a motorcycle does not excuse another driver from failing to yield, making an unsafe turn, driving while distracted, or violating the rules of the road. New York law gives motorcycle operators the rights and duties applicable to other vehicle drivers, subject to motorcycle-specific rules.

Spar & Bernstein uses objective evidence to redirect the case toward the conduct that caused the collision. Surveillance footage, vehicle damage, accident reconstruction, traffic records, electronic data, photographs, and witness testimony can expose attempts to blame the rider without factual support.

New York Motorcycle Helmet and Eye-Protection Laws

New York requires motorcycle operators and passengers to wear helmets that comply with the applicable federal safety standard. The law also requires motorcycle operators to use approved goggles or a face shield.

What If the Rider Was Not Wearing a Helmet?

Failure to wear a legally required helmet can become an issue in an injury claim, particularly when the rider suffered head or facial injuries.

However, not wearing a helmet does not automatically prove that the motorcyclist caused the collision. The defense must still address:

• Who caused the crash
• Whether helmet use would have prevented or reduced the specific injury
• Whether the claimed damages are connected to the lack of a helmet
• The extent to which each party’s conduct contributed to the harm

For example, a helmet dispute may have limited relevance to a claim centered on a fractured leg, spinal injury, or amputation.

Lane Splitting and Motorcycle Lane-Use Rules

New York gives motorcycles the right to use a full traffic lane. Two motorcycles may ride abreast in one lane, but motorcycles may not travel more than two abreast.

New York also prohibits a motorcyclist from:

• Passing another vehicle within the same occupied lane
• Riding between traffic lanes
• Riding between adjacent rows of vehicles

These restrictions generally prohibit lane splitting in New York.

An alleged lane-use violation may affect fault, but it does not automatically eliminate a claim. A complete investigation must determine whether the violation actually contributed to the collision and whether another driver was also negligent.

Comparative Negligence in New York Motorcycle Cases

Insurance companies frequently argue that the rider shares responsibility for a collision. They may point to speed, lane position, visibility, protective equipment, or an alleged traffic violation.

New York’s default comparative-negligence rule reduces compensation according to the injured person’s share of fault. A 2026 amendment created a separate bar for certain personal injury actions subject to Article 51 of the Insurance Law when the claimant’s fault is greater than the combined fault of the defendants.

Motorcycle cases require special attention because Article 51 excludes motorcycles from its definition of a covered motor vehicle, and motorcycle operators and passengers are excluded from no-fault benefits. The appropriate comparative-fault standard should therefore be evaluated according to the parties, insurance coverage, and claims involved.

Regardless of which standard applies, allegations of rider fault must be supported by evidence. An insurer cannot establish responsibility merely by repeating a stereotype about motorcyclists.

Motorcycle Riders Are Excluded From New York No-Fault Benefits

New York’s ordinary automobile no-fault system generally provides qualifying occupants with first-party benefits for medical costs, lost earnings, and certain related expenses.

Motorcycle operators and passengers are treated differently. The New York Department of Financial Services states that motorcycle operators and passengers are excluded from no-fault benefits and may sue for their losses from the first dollar. A pedestrian struck by a motorcycle may file a no-fault claim with the motorcycle’s insurer.

This distinction means an injured motorcyclist may need to examine several potential sources of payment, including:

• The negligent driver’s liability insurance
• The vehicle owner’s insurance
• The rider’s health insurance
• Disability benefits
• Workers’ compensation, when the crash occurred during employment
• Uninsured motorist coverage
• Supplementary uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage
• Commercial insurance policies
• Product liability coverage
• Claims against a government agency or contractor

Because the rider may not receive the same immediate no-fault benefits available to a car occupant, identifying all insurance coverage early is particularly important.

Proving Liability in a Motorcycle Accident Case

A successful motorcycle accident claim requires evidence establishing:

1. The defendant owed a duty to operate or maintain a vehicle, road, or product safely.
2. The defendant violated that duty.
3. The violation caused the collision.
4. The collision caused the rider’s injuries and losses.

Potentially liable parties may include:

• The driver who struck the motorcycle
• The owner of the vehicle
• Another contributing motorist
• The driver’s employer
• A commercial carrier
• A rideshare or taxi company
• A government agency
• A road construction contractor
• A motorcycle manufacturer
• A component manufacturer
• A distributor or retailer
• A motorcycle repair shop
• A property owner whose conduct created a road hazard

Evidence may include:

• Police accident reports
• Traffic-camera recordings
• Surveillance footage
• Dashcam video
• Witness testimony
• Photographs
• Vehicle and motorcycle damage
• Skid marks
• Event data recorders
• Electronic logging devices
• Cellphone records
• Traffic-signal data
• Construction records
• Road inspection records
• Repair and maintenance records
• Product testing
• Expert reconstruction
• Medical records

Motorcycle claims can become heavily contested when the crash was unwitnessed, the rider cannot remember the collision, the injuries are catastrophic, or the defense alleges that a preexisting condition caused some of the symptoms.

Claims Involving Dangerous Roads or Defective Motorcycle Parts

Not every motorcycle accident is caused exclusively by another driver.

Dangerous Road Conditions

Potentially actionable conditions may include:

• Large potholes
• Broken pavement
• Loose gravel
• Oil or other substances
• Defective utility covers
• Poor drainage
• Inadequate lighting
• Missing warning signs
• Unsafe construction zones
• Improperly designed lane shifts
• Debris left in the roadway

Claims against New York City, another municipality, or a public authority can involve strict notice requirements and shorter filing deadlines. A Notice of Claim may be required within 90 days.

Defective Motorcycles and Components

A product liability claim may arise when a defect involving the following causes or worsens a crash:

• Tires
• Brakes
• Steering systems
• Throttles
• Fuel systems
• Frames
• Wheels
• Suspension components
• Helmets
• Protective equipment
• Electrical systems

Potentially liable parties may include a manufacturer, importer, distributor, retailer, parts supplier, or repair facility. Spar & Bernstein’s existing product liability practice handles design-defect, manufacturing-defect, and failure-to-warn claims involving parties throughout the distribution chain.

Preserve the damaged motorcycle and components without repairing or discarding them until they can be inspected.

Compensation You May Be Entitled To

Motorcycle accident victims may be entitled to substantial compensation depending on the severity of the injuries, the available insurance coverage, the degree of negligence, and the accident’s long-term effects. The attached outline specifically identifies medical costs, rehabilitation, lost earning capacity, motorcycle damage, psychological harm, and wrongful death damages as potential areas of recovery.

Compensation may include:

• Current medical expenses
• Anticipated future medical care
• Ambulance and emergency room costs
• Hospitalization
• Surgery
• Specialist treatment
• Diagnostic testing
• Rehabilitation
• Physical therapy
• Occupational therapy
• Prescription medication
• Prosthetic devices
• Medical equipment
• Long-term or in-home care
• Home and vehicle modifications
• Lost wages
• Lost employment benefits
• Reduced earning capacity
• Permanent disability
• Damage to the motorcycle
• Damage to helmets and riding equipment
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Post-traumatic stress disorder
• Anxiety and depression
• Scarring and disfigurement
• Loss of bodily function
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of consortium, when applicable
• Accident-related transportation expenses
• Other out-of-pocket costs
• Wrongful death damages, when applicable

Claims involving traumatic brain injury, paralysis, amputation, severe burns, or permanent neurological damage may require an analysis of lifetime medical care, future lost income, assistive services, and the cost of maintaining the injured person’s independence.

Spar & Bernstein fights to establish the full value of the claim rather than accepting an early offer based only on the medical expenses incurred shortly after the crash.

Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Accident

1. Seek Immediate Medical Attention

Call 911 and obtain medical treatment even if you initially believe the injuries are minor.

Adrenaline may temporarily conceal:

• Concussions
• Internal bleeding
• Spinal injuries
• Fractures
• Torn ligaments
• Organ damage

Prompt treatment also creates medical documentation connecting the injuries to the accident.

2. Call the Police

Remain at the scene when it is safe and request police assistance. Make sure the officer records your account rather than relying solely on the other driver’s statement.

3. File the Required DMV Crash Report

New York generally requires a motorist to file a written crash report within 10 days when someone is injured or killed or when damage to one person’s property exceeds $1,000.

The motorist report is separate from the police accident report.

4. Photograph and Record Everything

Document:

• The motorcycle
• Every vehicle involved
• License plates
• Vehicle damage
• Skid marks
• Debris
• Road defects
• Construction conditions
• Traffic signals
• Signs
• Weather and lighting
• Your helmet and equipment
• Visible injuries
• Nearby surveillance cameras

Take wide-angle photographs and close-ups before the vehicles and debris are moved.

5. Obtain Driver and Witness Information

Collect:

• Driver names
• Phone numbers
• Addresses
• Driver’s license information
• Vehicle registration information
• Insurance information
• License plate numbers
• Witness names and contact details

6. Do Not Admit Fault

Do not apologize, estimate your speed, or agree that you were in a driver’s blind spot. A casual statement may be taken out of context.

Provide accurate information to police, but do not speculate about facts you did not observe.

7. Preserve the Motorcycle and Riding Gear

Do not repair, sell, alter, or discard:

• The motorcycle
• Helmet
• Jacket
• Gloves
• Boots
• Clothing
• Cameras
• Electronic accessories
• Damaged components

These items may contain physical evidence showing the direction and force of impact or whether a part failed.

8. Identify Nearby Cameras

Look for cameras on:

• Storefronts
• Apartment buildings
• Buses
• Taxis
• Rideshare vehicles
• Commercial trucks
• Parking garages
• Doorbell systems
• Traffic infrastructure

Footage may be overwritten within days.

9. Notify Your Insurance Company Carefully

Policies may require prompt notice. Report the accident, but avoid giving a detailed recorded statement or signing broad authorizations without legal advice.

10. Document Your Medical Recovery

Keep a record of:

• Symptoms
• Medical appointments
• Diagnoses
• Surgery
• Medication
• Therapy
• Missed work
• Physical limitations
• Sleep problems
• Emotional symptoms
• Help provided by family members

11. Avoid Social Media Posts

Do not post photographs, accident details, travel, exercise, or physical activities. Insurance companies may remove posts from context and argue that they contradict the claimed injuries.

12. Do Not Accept an Early Settlement

An early offer may not account for future surgery, permanent disability, reduced earning capacity, or long-term rehabilitation.

Do not sign a release before the claim and medical prognosis have been evaluated.

13. Contact a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Promptly

An attorney can preserve video, inspect the motorcycle, obtain electronic evidence, identify applicable insurance, and ensure that claims are filed before the relevant deadlines.

How Long Do You Have to File a Motorcycle Accident Claim in New York?

Many New York personal injury lawsuits must be commenced within three years after the accident.

However, shorter deadlines may apply:

• A claim against New York City or another public corporation may require a Notice of Claim within 90 days.
• A municipal negligence lawsuit may be subject to a deadline of one year and 90 days.
• A wrongful death lawsuit generally must be filed within two years of the death.
• An insurance policy may impose separate notice or claim requirements.
• Uninsured or underinsured motorist claims may have contractual deadlines and consent requirements.

New York’s municipal notice statute requires a Notice of Claim within 90 days when applicable, while the wrongful death statute generally provides two years from the date of death.

Do not assume that the general three-year deadline controls every part of the case.

Frequently Asked Questions About Motorcycle Accident Claims

Can I Sue a Driver Who Hit My Motorcycle?

You may have a claim when another driver’s negligence caused the crash.

Potentially negligent conduct includes:

• Failing to yield
• Making an unsafe left turn
• Changing lanes without checking
• Following too closely
• Speeding
• Driving while distracted
• Driving while impaired
• Opening a vehicle door into the motorcycle’s path
• Running a traffic signal
• Leaving the scene

Does New York No-Fault Insurance Cover Motorcycle Riders?

Motorcycle operators and passengers are excluded from New York’s no-fault benefits. The Department of Financial Services states that they may sue for their losses from the first dollar.

The attorneys must investigate liability coverage, health insurance, disability benefits, uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, and other possible sources of recovery.

Can I Recover Compensation If I Was Partly Responsible?

Potentially. Allegations of partial responsibility do not automatically decide the case.

The applicable comparative-fault rule depends on the claims and whether the action is subject to Article 51 of the Insurance Law. Your attorney can evaluate how the 2026 amendment to CPLR 1411 affects the specific case.

What If I Was Not Wearing a Helmet?

New York requires motorcycle operators and passengers to wear compliant helmets. Failure to wear one may become an issue, particularly in a head injury claim, but it does not automatically prove that you caused the crash or eliminate all potential compensation.

Is Lane Splitting Legal in New York?

No. New York prohibits operating a motorcycle between traffic lanes or between adjacent rows of vehicles. Motorcycles are entitled to the full use of a traffic lane, and up to two motorcycles may ride abreast.

Can a Motorcycle Passenger File a Claim?

A passenger may pursue compensation against any party whose negligence caused the accident. Depending on the circumstances, that may include the motorcycle operator, another driver, a vehicle owner, a commercial company, a contractor, or a product manufacturer.

Passengers are also excluded from motorcycle no-fault benefits, making a prompt insurance and liability investigation important.

What If the Driver Who Hit Me Was Uninsured?

The rider may be able to pursue:

• Uninsured motorist coverage
• Supplementary uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage
• A claim against the vehicle owner
• A claim against the driver’s employer
• Other available insurance or responsible parties

Coverage depends on the policies, vehicles, household insurance, and circumstances of the crash.

What If the Driver Left the Scene?

Call the police immediately and record everything you remember about the vehicle, driver, license plate, and direction of travel.

Surveillance footage, traffic cameras, dashcams, witnesses, damaged vehicle parts, and electronic records may help identify the driver. Uninsured motorist coverage may also apply, subject to the policy and notice requirements.

Can I Sue for a Dangerous Pothole or Construction Zone?

Potentially. A municipality, public authority, utility provider, or contractor may be responsible when negligent maintenance or construction created a dangerous road condition.

These claims may require a Notice of Claim within 90 days, so immediate legal review is critical.

Who Is Responsible If a Defective Part Caused the Crash?

Potential defendants may include:

• The motorcycle manufacturer
• A parts manufacturer
• A tire manufacturer
• An importer
• A distributor
• A retailer
• A repair shop
• A maintenance provider

The motorcycle and failed component should be preserved for expert inspection.

How Much Is a Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?

The potential value depends on:

• How the crash occurred
• The strength of the liability evidence
• Available insurance
• The rider’s assigned percentage of fault
• The severity of the injuries
• Whether surgery is required
• Future medical needs
• Lost wages
• Reduced earning capacity
• Permanent impairment
• Scarring or disfigurement
• Pain and suffering
• The effect on the rider’s daily life

No responsible attorney can determine the value of a claim without reviewing the evidence, insurance coverage, and medical documentation.

How Much Does a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Cost?

Spar & Bernstein handles personal injury matters on a contingency-fee basis. There are no upfront attorney’s fees, and you pay no legal fee unless the firm recovers compensation for you. The firm also provides free initial personal injury consultations.

Speak With a New York Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

A motorcycle accident can leave an injured rider facing surgery, lost income, permanent limitations, and an insurance company already attempting to shift blame.

Spar & Bernstein investigates the scene, preserves video and electronic evidence, identifies every potentially liable party, evaluates available insurance, documents the complete extent of the injuries, and fights against inadequate settlement offers.

Your personal injury consultation is free, and you pay no attorney’s fee unless we recover compensation for you.

 

Call Spar & Bernstein at 1-800-529-5465 for a free case evaluation.