Motorcycle crashes often result in debilitating injuries. Whether you have suffered broken ribs, loss of limbs, road rash, whiplash, or another injury, when someone else is responsible, they should pay.
A Nevada motorcycle accident lawyer at Greenberg Gross can help you fight for the total recovery of your losses. Then, you can pick up the pieces of your life after this traumatic event.
How Motorcycle Accident Victims Receive Payment in Nevada
You have multiple legal options after a Nevada motorcycle accident to seek compensation for every loss. Here are the two most common methods used to pursue compensation.
Motorcycle Accident Insurance Claims
First, you could file a claim with the insurance company after a motorcycle accident. Under Nevada fault-based insurance laws, you will file a claim with the liable party’s insurance company. However, if the at-fault driver does not have insurance, you could file with your insurer if you purchased no-fault insurance coverage.
Insurance settlements often cover specific losses and only up to the limits of the policyholder’s claim. For example, if the liable party only purchased $30,000 in property damage liability coverage, but your vehicle repairs were greater than $30,000, the insurance company only has to pay $30,000.
For this reason, many motorcycle accident victims find themselves pursuing additional opportunities for financial relief.
Motorcycle Accident Civil Lawsuits
Filing a civil claim after a motorcycle accident does not limit you to the same restrictions as an insurance claim. So, for instance, instead of only recovering compensation for your medical bills and property damages, you could recover every loss at trial.
Examples of the economic and noneconomic damages that you could be entitled to recover in a lawsuit include the following:
- Loss of income
- Diminished earning potential
- Loss of consortium
- Reduced quality of life
- Physical pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Skin scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of employee benefits
- Loss of household services
- Motorcycle repair or replacement costs
- Increased insurance premiums
You can rely on your motorcycle accident attorney in Nevada to review your damages thoroughly. Then, we ensure we account for all the ways your motorcycle accident and resulting injuries have affected your life.
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What to Expect When You Hire a Greenberg Gross Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Nevada
The benefits of choosing Greenberg Gross to handle your motorcycle accident claim in Nevada are undeniable. When you go with our team, here is what you can expect.
Motorcycle Accident Investigations
We handle every aspect of your motorcycle accident investigation. For your lawsuit to succeed, our team must show that someone else is responsible for causing your injuries. Our investigation will uncover valuable evidence to prove the liable party’s negligence. This proof might include the following:
- The defendant’s driving record
- The defendant’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test results
- Police report
- Photos of the motorcycle accident scene
- Motorcycle accident reconstructionist reports
- Dashcam footage
- Video surveillance of the collision
- Witness statements
- Expert testimony
- Personal journal entries
Dealing With the Insurance Company
We will negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. Generally, since Nevada follows fault insurance laws, you will typically deal with the liable party’s insurance provider. However, even if you file a claim with your insurer, our team will stand by your side to ensure you only settle your claim for its total value.
Since the insurance company will lose money if it pays out on your claim, you can expect adjusters to look for opportunities to deny your claim or reduce your compensation.
Going to Trial
We are fearless in bringing your case to trial if you will have a greater chance to recover the compensation you deserve in court. Although settling with the insurance company may be a faster way to recover a portion of your damages, going to trial may be your best opportunity to recover your losses in their entirety.
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Liability for Motorcycle Accident Damages in Nevada
Establishing fault is one of our top priorities after taking your case. Multiple parties could share blame for your damages, depending on how your motorcycle accident occurred. Some of these parties include the following:
- Negligent drivers
- Motorcycle parts manufacturers and distributors
- Government agencies
- Safety inspectors
- Dram shop (if it supplied alcohol to a minor)
- Social hosts
- Municipalities
- Motorcycle dealerships
- Motorcycle maintenance technicians
Statute of Limitations for Nevada Motorcycle Accidents
It is essential to act on your motorcycle accident lawsuit quickly. The statute of limitations determines how long you have to file. So, think of it like a timer that counts down the two years from the accident date to file your claim.
Once time runs out, you no longer have the right to pursue your case at trial. Since you have limited time to act, the sooner you start your case, the better. Thus, your motorcycle accident attorney will have more time to investigate and gather the evidence to support your claim.
How Motorcycle Accidents Occur
Motorcycle accidents can happen in many ways. Therefore, your attorney will carefully review the cause of your collision to identify liable parties and bring them to justice. Some typical causes of motorcycle wrecks include:
- Following a motorcycle too closely
- Failure to yield at a traffic light or stop sign
- Driving over the speed limit
- Operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Failure to yield the right of way
- Dangerous roadway conditions (e.g., unfilled potholes or unsecured construction zones)
- Defective or malfunctioning motor vehicle parts
Meet With a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Nevada Today
Your motorcycle accident injuries will affect your life for years to come. Unfortunately, the liable party may be unwilling to pay for your losses unless you take legal action.
Protect your future and recover your damages in their entirety with help from a Nevada motorcycle accident lawyer at Greenberg Gross. Please complete our online contact form or call our office today to schedule your free no-obligation consultation.
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