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Recently, the province has seen a shocking and unfortunate upswing in fatal motorcycle collisions. Often resulting in serious injuries or fatalities, motorcycle accidents can upend the lives of everyone involved, including the friends and family members of the motorcyclist and the driver responsible for causing the collision.
This shocking increase in local motorcycle accidents points towards a worrying trend. Driver negligence is rampant on our province’s roads and highways. Fewer operators of passenger vehicles are either unaware of how to safely share the road with motorcyclists, unconcerned with the safety of their fellow community members, willfully reckless behind the wheel, or all of the above.
The negligence of motor vehicle operators can have devastating consequences for all road-users, but the repercussions can be particularly tragic for the most vulnerable among them, including motorcycle riders. With little protection from the dangers of the road apart from wearable safety gear, motorcycle riders can easily lose their mobility, their senses, their independence, and their very lives in an accident caused by another driver.
When negligent drivers violate the rules of the road laid down in the Traffic Safety Act and disobey local traffic laws, they jeopardize the safety of everyone else on the road. When drivers glance away from their windshields for the briefest of seconds to check a notification on their phones, change lanes without signaling, exceed the posted speed limit, operate their vehicles under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or engage in any other form of negligence, innocent motorcycle riders could be senselessly killed or catastrophically injured.
Anyone who has been injured in a motor vehicle accident – including motorcycle riders – should be able to collect Section B benefits. These “no-fault accident benefits” are intended to help cover the costs of expenses incurred by survivors of collisions as a result of their injuries.
Unfortunately, since the injuries sustained by motorcycle accident survivors are often so severe, the benefits available through their insurance coverage often fall short of replacing their total financial losses. That is why, in order to pursue adequate compensation for the injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident, it is important to seek legal advice and assistance.
Consider scheduling a free initial consultation with our Medicine Hat motorcycle accident lawyers to learn if you are eligible to pursue compensation from the negligent driver whose wrongful conduct on the road led to your collision. Depending on the severity of the injuries you have sustained and the impacts they have had on your overall quality of life, our motorcycle accident lawyers serving Medicine Hat may be able to help you recover compensation for:
- Medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Attendant care
- Lost wages
- Reduced future earning capabilities
- Surgical procedures
- Chiropractic treatment
- Dental work
- Hospital accommodations
- Psychological counseling
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Massage therapy
- Acupuncture
- Professional nursing and ambulance services
- Medically necessary equipment
- Home and vehicle modifications
- Mileage to and from medical appointments
- And more
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Our Medicine Hat motorcycle accident lawyers offer a free initial consultation to all prospective clients, during which we pride ourselves on providing personalized, case-specific legal feedback and advice. To learn how our motorcycle accident lawyers serving Medicine Hat may be able to help you recover the compensation you deserve, contact us today and schedule your cost-free, no-obligation initial consultation.
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Commonly Asked motorcycle accident Questions
Here are our most asked questions on motorcycle accident claims.
What steps should I take after a motorcycle accident?
The first and most important step is to seek medical attention. If you are able to remain at the scene of the accident, it is important to obtain the information of the other drivers and vehicles involved, as well as the names and contact information of potential witnesses.
What are the most common causes of a motorcycle accident?
The most common causes of motorcycle accidents include speeding, distracted driving, impaired driving, and careless driving. Many motorcycle accidents are caused by other motorists who fail to yield to motorcyclists.
What are some common types of injuries caused by motorcycle accidents?
Common injuries include brain injuries, orthopedic injuries, fractured bones, spinal cord injuries, soft-tissue injuries, psychological injuries, such as fear of driving, and more.
How can a personal injury lawyer help me with a motorcycle claim?
A personal injury lawyer can help with proving who caused the accident and the impact the injuries have had on your life. If you are unable to prove that the other driver(s) were at fault, your case may be dismissed, irrespective of the level of injury. A personal injury lawyer can help investigate fault using several different avenues, including the retention of forensic engineers who can reconstruct the accident scene and more.
I was severely injured in a motorcycle accident, what kind of compensation is available?
Compensation can include pain and suffering, loss of past and future income loss, future care costs, out-of-pocket expenses, loss of housekeeping capacity, and more. The goal of compensation is to put you back in the same place had the accident not occurred. Without a time machine, this means bringing you back to the same position, insofar as possible, with monetary compensation.
Will the amount of gear I wore impact the settlement amount?
As a motorcyclist, there is an expectation that you take reasonable steps to protect yourself from injury. That includes wearing a helmet, gloves, boots, and other protective gear. Your settlement amount may be impacted if you failed to wear protective gear that would have prevented or lessened the extent of your injury. For example, if you sustain a foot injury but are not wearing a helmet, this should not impact your settlement since a helmet would not have protected your foot.
My insurance company says I am partially at fault, can I still sue?
Yes. Who the insurance company determines as the at-fault party does not determine who is or will be found to be at fault for an accident in the eyes of the law. If you were injured in a motorcycle accident and the insurance company says it’s your fault, it is recommended that you speak with a personal injury lawyer.
Is there a limit on when I can make a motorcycle accident claim?
In Alberta, there is a general limitation period of 2 years from the date of the accident. There are some exceptions to this rule, and it is recommended that you speak with a personal injury lawyer for more information.
How is compensation calculated for a motorcycle accident claim?
Compensation is assessed based on separate heads of damage. Pain and suffering, for example, will depend on your injuries, how the injuries impair your function, how they impact your personal life, relationships, and more. Other heads of damage include lost income, future loss of income or opportunity, out-of-pocket expenses, future care costs, loss of housekeeping capacity, and more.
I received an offer of compensation, should I accept it?
It is not recommended to accept an offer of compensation without first speaking with a personal injury lawyer.
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