Motorcycle Accident Attorney
Motorcycle accidents can be devastating, often resulting in serious injuries and significant financial burdens. If you or a loved one has been involved in one, it can feel overwhelming – simultaneously navigating the legal complexities while also trying to recover. At OlsenDaines, we can help with the legal part – we’re an experienced motorcycle accident attorney in Oregon and Washington.
You probably have questions – and we can help answer them. Give us a call today for a free motorcycle accident legal consultation. You don’t have to go through this alone.
How Our Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Work for You
To put it simply, we protect your rights and secure the best possible outcome for your case.
From the moment you reach out to our firm, we begin a thorough investigation of your accident.
We gather evidence, interview witnesses, and consult with experts (if necessary) to build the strongest possible case on your behalf. If a settlement cannot be reached, we are prepared to take your case to court. We ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.
We help with:
- Investigation and Evidence Preservation: We have the resources to subpoena records, secure surveillance footage, and hire experts when necessary.
- Counteracting Insurance Tactics: We act as a shield against adjusters who are trained to minimize payouts. We handle all communications to prevent any exchanges that could devalue your claim.
- Managing Legal Deadlines: We ensure you don’t miss any filing requirements.
- Letting You Focus on Recovery: Handing off the legal headache allows you to prioritize recovery while we advocate on your behalf.
- Valuing Your Claim Correctly: Damages go way beyond immediate medical bills. We calculate future rehabilitation, lost earning capacity, and non-economic damages like pain and suffering, so you get what you’re entitled to.
What Should You Do if You Are in a Motorcycle Accident?
If you’ve been in a motorcycle accident, make sure to take the following steps (and note this is not legal advice):
- Document Everything: Carefully take note of what exactly happened. Take photographs of the scene if still possible. Write down everything you can remember about the accident: what happened, the time, the weather, all people present, and every other detail you can recall that might be significant.
- Keep a Record of Injuries Resulting from the Accident: It is crucial that you report all injuries to a medical provider as soon as possible. Keep a log of your injuries, pain resulting from injuries, medical treatments, loss of sleep, and any other medical complications. Take photographs of all visible injuries.
- Make a Note of Every Conversation Regarding the Accident: This includes taking down the time, date, the parties present, and all content you can recall.
Schedule a Free Appointment!
Our appointments are free until you file and your concerns are addressed!Experienced Motorcycle Attorneys Serving Oregon and Washington
At OlsenDaines, our experienced motorcycle attorneys are here to help you navigate your options after an accident, and we’ll fight to ensure you get the compensation you deserve. Let us handle all the deadlines and legal details – it’s what we’re good at, after all – so you can focus on recovering from your injuries and getting back to normal everyday life.
Contact our law firm today to schedule a free personal injury consultation.
FAQs About Motorcycle Accident Cases
Got questions about motorcycle accidents or your case? You might find your answer in our FAQs below. If not, don’t hesitate to give us a call, or check out our Personal Injury FAQs for answers to more general questions.
Are there differences in motorcycle accident laws in Oregon compared to Washington?
Understanding the differences in motorcycle accident laws between Oregon and Washington helps build a strong case so you can receive the maximum compensation available.
Oregon
- Oregon follows a modified comparative negligence rule with a 51% bar. This means that if you are found to be more than 51% at fault, you cannot recover any compensation.
- The state also has specific requirements for motorcycle insurance, including liability coverage for bodily injury and property damage.
Washington
- In Washington state, the law follows a comparative negligence rule (different from Oregon), which states that if you are found partially at fault for the accident, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are found to be 20% at fault, your compensation will be reduced by 20%.
Is there a statute of limitation for filing motorcycle injury cases?
Yes, the statute of limitations for motorcycle accident cases (and other types of personal injury cases) is generally two years in Oregon and three years in Washington from the date of the accident.
Can I seek damages if I wasn’t wearing a helmet?
Yes, you still can. Because Oregon and Washington both have helmet laws, your insurance company may try to argue that it is a case of comparative negligence. In other words, this means they’ll say that you’re partially at fault for causing your own injury and based on that your potential settlement should be reduced.
For example, if you’re 25% at fault for causing the injury, you should have your settlement reduced by 25%.
As always, it all comes down to the details. Whether you were wearing a helmet or not, we’ll build the strongest possible case for you. We have a long track record of successfully representing motorcyclists who were not wearing helmets at the time of the accident.
