Seeking Compensation After A Florida Motorcycle Accident

Florida is one of the U.S. states with the highest numbers of motorcycle owners and riders, and cycles are common on the state’s roads. However, this also means that the state has one of the highest rates of motorcycle accidents, with the accompanying injuries and fatalities. If you have been involved in a crash while on a motorcycle, it is likely your injuries are severe, and if negligence played a role, you may choose to seek money damages for what you have suffered.

Far More Likely To Be Injured Or Killed

The most recent available data from the Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) estimates around 9,500 crashes involving motorcycles happened in 2023, with almost 600 fatalities and thousands of injuries to both riders and others, such as pedestrians. This may not sound like much, but the fatality rate in particular for motorcycle accidents is significantly disproportionate compared to the numbers of motorcycles on the road.

While insurers and defense attorneys love to blame this on motorcyclists’ alleged recklessness, in reality motorcyclists have far less in terms of protection than most other road users do. A driver or passenger in a car has many sheets of metal and glass between them and the road, while a motorcyclist usually has nothing but their clothing and a helmet. Motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than those in a car or truck.

Private Insurance Can Help

One of the most important things to keep in mind after a Florida motorcycle accident is that the state uses a no-fault system for auto accident cases, requiring each Florida driver to carry personal injury protection insurance. However, it does not cover motorcycle accidents – rather, Florida state law requires motorcyclists to carry their own insurance. Failure to do so can leave an injured motorcyclist in serious financial trouble after a crash.

Because of this, motorcyclists may have more of an incentive to file suit against an allegedly negligent driver. If you choose to do this, it is crucial to enlist an attorney to help – evidence is crucial in this type of case, and an experienced attorney has a better grasp of the little details that can win or lose in court. You can focus on healing your injuries while your attorney handles the legal load.

Contact An Orlando Motorcycle Accident Attorney

A motorcycle accident can throw a major wrench in a person’s plans, since even if they survive it, recovery may take some time. Let an Orlando motorcycle accident attorney from the Hornsby Law Group help you seek compensation. Contact our office today to schedule a consultation.

Source:

flhsmv.gov/pdf/crashreports/crash_facts_2023.pdf