Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Resources

Riders know something most drivers do not: motorcycle cases are different before the first piece of paper is filed. Juries and adjusters walk in with preconceptions about bikers, and a strong case can be undervalued simply because the defense knows how to exploit those preconceptions. A case built the right way pushes back on rider bias from day one, through scene photography, accident reconstruction, and witness statements that establish what actually happened rather than what a biased driver wants the jury to assume.

The law adds its own layer of complexity. Helmet requirements vary by state, and lack of a helmet can affect damages in some jurisdictions when a head injury is involved. Lane splitting is permitted in a small number of states and prohibited or ambiguous in others. Intersection cases are common because drivers fail to see motorcycles when turning left, and those cases turn on sight lines, signal timing, and who had the right of way. Most motorcycle crashes produce serious injuries by default, which means coverage is critical.

George Goldberg has represented riders for more than 32 years. We know that the insurance industry evaluates these files with a discount for rider bias, and we know how to neutralize that discount with professional case preparation. Every serious motorcycle file gets treated as a case that may need to be tried, and insurers respond accordingly.

Below you will find resources on rider rights, how helmet and lane-splitting laws interact with a case, how fault is proved at intersections, and what coverage options are available when the at-fault driver is underinsured. The FAQ covers the questions we hear most often.

If you were hurt on a motorcycle, call us before talking to any insurance company. Consultations are free. 1-888-352-9243