What Should I Do in the Event of a Motorcycle Accident?
- Contact Police: Give a brief statement to the police officer, admitting nothing and signing nothing. Ensure a Police Report is filed.
- Identify the Driver: Obtain the other driver’s name, address, vehicle registration number, driver’s license details, and insurance information.
- Seek Medical Treatment: If injured, seek immediate medical treatment and maintain records of all services provided.
- Witnesses: Gather information from witnesses, including their names, phone numbers, and addresses. Ask for written statements about what they observed.
- Insurance: Contact your insurance agency as required. Avoid speaking to the other driver’s insurance company.
What LawBike Does:
Our office will investigate your motorcycle accident, collecting evidence such as photos, witness statements, and police reports. We’ll send letters to all available insurance companies, seeking coverages.
Uninsured Motorist Coverage: If the other driver is uninsured or underinsured, you may make a claim under your insurance policy. Report the accident to all applicable insurance policies in your household.
Dealing with Insurance: Refrain from discussing details with the responsible party’s insurance. Direct all inquiries to our office.
Medical Records: We’ll request medical records and bills from providers. Keep us informed of any prior injuries or statements made to insurance representatives.
Settling Property Damage Claim: We’ll settle your property damage claim at no cost, ensuring fair compensation for motorcycle and personal property damage.
Settlement Demand: We’ll work to settle your case with insurance companies, waiting to assess the full extent of your injuries before determining a specific amount. We won’t settle without your permission.
Filing Lawsuit: In Georgia, you have two years to file a lawsuit. We typically wait until the permanency of injuries is known or until the two-year period is about to expire.
Please feel free to call us with any questions about your motorcycle collision claim, and we’ll keep you informed about the progress of your case.