Motorcycle Accident Checklist
According to the Texas Department of Transportation, over 3,700 people are killed each year in motorcycle accidents. In fact, many Texas news outlets have discovered that fatalities and injuries from motorcycle crashes are on the rise. If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident, it’s important that you act quickly in order to make sure you’re legally protected.
At The Scene of the Accident Their name and address
A. If you’ve just been involved in a motorcycle crash, the first thing you need to do is get either your vehicle or your B. and call the police motorcycle off the road or an ambulance . C. You’ll also need to collect information about the other driver. Be sure you get-->
Their email and phone number Their driver’s license information Their license plate number The make/model of their car & their insurance information
If possible, ask the witness to take photos and videos of the accident and send them to you. Also, be sure to get the witnesses’ contact information.
When an officer arrives on the scene, be sure to take down: ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏
Their ID/badge number Their name The number of the police report The location of their station All of this information is crucial for your case and will be useful to your motorcycle accident attorney.
Once You're Off The Scene When you leave the scene of the accident, it’s highly likely that you’ll need some form of medical care. It’s also the time when you should contact a motorcycle accident attorney. This is where keeping even more detailed records becomes incredibly important. The more information you give your attorney, the better they’ll be able to help you. The same goes for your insurance company.
Make sure you keep track of: ● Any doctor’s visits or correspondence ● The time you had to take off of work ● Any injuries/medications ● Any psychological distress you experience If possible, it’s best to avoid contacting your insurance company until you speak with your motorcycle accident attorney.
When you file your claim, your attorney will help you to seek reimbursement for: ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Your medical bills Pain and suffering Loss of income Loss of consortium Damages to your vehicle/motorcycle The cost of in-home care The cost of rehabilitation
Understanding Your Insurance In the state of Texas, there are several legal insurance requirements for those wishing to drive a motorcycle. According to the Texas DMV, your minimum liability insurance requirements are: ● ● ●
$60,000 for injuries/fatalities from two or more people $25,000 worth of property damage coverage $30,000 for injuries/fatalities from one person
ALTERNATIVE RESOURCES
Keep in mind too, that there are lots of different vehicles that the state of Texas classifies as motorcycles. These include: ● ● ● ●
Scooters Mopeds (operates under 30 MPH) Three-wheeled motorbikes Cycles that are motor-driven (less than 250 ccs of engine displacement)
Always make sure you have motorcycle insurance. If you’ve been caught without it, make sure you contact a motorcycle accident attorney as soon as possible.
Need A Texas Motorcycle Accident Attorney? If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident, you feel overwhelmed. However, especially if you’ve been seriously injured, you likely won’t be able to handle everything on your own. You need the help of an experienced attorney. At the Law Office of Julie Johnson, a Dallas motorcycle accident lawyer Julie Johnson understands the key factors in a potential motorcycle accident case. She provides highly effective courtroom representation along with unmatched settlement results for her clients.
Contact Details Address 12222 Merit Drive, Suite 1202 Dallas, Texas 75251
Website https://www.juliejohnsonlaw. com/contact-us/
Phone 214-290-8001
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