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Motorcycle Accidents

In 2020, the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles reported about 2,000 motorcycle accidents. From those accidents, 1,400 were injury accidents and almost 100 were fatal. While most riders use safety precautions, there is significantly less protection on motorcycles compared to a motor vehicle. Riders find themselves at a disadvantage against larger, heavier vehicles.

An accident can cause significant or even fatal injuries to drivers or passengers involved. Regardless, any accident can leave you challenged to recover physically and financially and in need of a motorcycle accident lawyer.

We have a lot of experience handling motorcycle accidents!

If you were involved in a motorcycle accident, you should consult an attorney immediately. If the accident was caused by another driver, you may be entitled to compensation.

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We certainly hope you never find yourself in need of an attorney experienced in Virginia motorcycle accidents. If, however, you do find yourself in that position, take some time to read through our website and gather as much information as you can. If you still have questions, we welcome you to contact us for a free strategy session.

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An attorney can help you understand your legal rights and options. Osterbind Law, PLLC is a Virginia personal injury law firm that helps injured motorcyclists get the compensation they deserve. We have experience with Virginia motorcycle accident cases and know what to do to get you the best possible result.

At Osterbind Law, we want our clients to focus on getting better physically. We will worry about everything else. If that sounds like you, contact us now.

What to do if you were in a motorcycle accident

In the event of a serious injury, legal counsel is usually warranted. If you feel you may have a viable personal injury legal case, it’s important to try to save your full thoughts on the situation and any evidence you may have until you’ve talked to your lawyer. If you are seriously injured, talk to a lawyer sooner rather than later. Our lawyers will take over communication with the insurance company and with the other party in order to settle or litigate the case. This step should be taken quickly so we can control what information the insurance company gets during its investigation.
Your recollection of the incident, police report, eyewitness testimony, video, photographs, and an examination of your motorcycle are all examples of useful evidence. Record any information regarding the accident you think could be helpful toward your case. Gather any witness contact information. Often in motorcycle accident cases, the insurance companies blame the biker, and, in the absence of compelling video evidence, they will deny liability. That means you’re headed to a jury trial with high win/lose stakes. Let us help you gather the information you need to win.
Motorcycle accidents can be extremely traumatic, both physically and emotionally. Give yourself time to heal before attempting to take any legal action.
If you are unable to work as a result of the motorcycle accident, keep track of all the money you lose. This includes missed paychecks, doctor's bills, and any other expenses related to your injury.

Motorcycle accidents can strike at any moment. When it does, it may result in one of many difficult injuries.

Spinal injuries to the neck or back are some of the most frequent injuries we see in car accidents. Usually, the force from the collision causes a person to jolt forward or to the side. That force pulls on ligaments in your spine that would not otherwise be damaged. Sometimes, the injury is not just to a ligament, but to a nerve. To properly treat these injuries, you have to make sure you are seeing the right doctor.
Traumatic brain injuries are caused by your brain striking the inside of your skull. There is a fluid that surrounds your brain which generally provides a cushion and protects your brain. But, when your head moves forward with any degree of force, the front of your brain moves forward and strikes the skull. Then your brain moves backward and strikes the back of your skull. This motion causes traumatic brain injuries. These injuries range in severity and can seriously affect your quality of life.
Depending on how the impact occurs, shoulder injuries from a car wreck can be very serious. Torn rotator cuffs, Superior Labrum Anterior Posterior (SLAP) tears, broken collar bones, etc. can significantly impact your daily life. The ability to use your arm is paramount for most people. If you have a physical job, but you can't use your arm, you will suffer lost wages and loss of earning capacity.
Often times, hip injuries are disguised as low back pain or groin pain. Doctors call this referred pain, in other words, the source of the pain is the hip, but it is referred to the lower back or the groin. The experts that we have worked with say that labral injuries are notoriously difficult to identify. In fact, one study noted that it takes 21 months on average and 3.3 different physicians to accurately diagnose these hip injuries. The degree of pain is usually significant.
It is not uncommon to see foot injuries depending on the mechanism of injury. Lisfranc injuries, compartment syndrome, or mid-foot fractures are common injuries after a car wreck. These injuries usually require surgery to correct and impose certain limitations to your daily life. Depending on the injury, your case may result in a permanent impairment and you are entitled to compensation for that permanent loss.

If you’ve suffered one of these injuries, you may be wondering

Lynchburg Motorcycle Accident

What Damages May I Recover?

  • Medical Expense
  • Pain and Suffering
  • Inconvenience
  • Permanent Impairment or Disfigurement
  • Lost Wages
  • Lost Earning Capacity
  • Property Damage (car repairs, total loss, or diminution of value)
  • Punitive Damages (up to $350,000)

Do you have a personal injury case?

Contacting a personal injury attorney in Lynchburg, Virginia can help you recover financially after a motorcycle accident. Since there is a two-year window for you to be able to file a lawsuit, the sooner you contact an attorney, the better. When someone else is at fault in a roadway accident, you have rights under Virginia law and an attorney can help you preserve those rights.

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