TL;DR: What you do in the first few hours and days after a motorcycle accident will affect your rights. Put safety and medical care first, gather proof, be careful with insurance statements, and talk to a lawyer before signing anything.
The instant you get into a motorbike accident, you should start protecting your rights. The methods below can help you stay safe, make a good case, and avoid typical mistakes with insurance companies.
911 and Safety First
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If you can, move to a safe place, turn on hazards, and contact 911. Call the cops and an ambulance even if you feel “fine.” Adrenaline can make symptoms less clear. Ask the cops how to get the report number.
Get care right away
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medical records for motorbike accident rights
Immediate evaluation connects injuries to the collision and makes a medical record. Keep copies of the triage notes, imaging orders, and discharge instructions. Your injuries are becoming worse with follow-up appointments and rehabilitation.
NHTSA has public information about the patterns of crash injuries.
Keep and document evidence
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- Photos and videos of lanes, signals, damage, debris, skid marks, and clothing/gear.
- Witnesses: Get names and numbers while the recollections are still fresh.
- Do not fix or throw away the motorcycle until you are told to; keep the helmet and clothing.
- Paper trail: keep tow slips, medical bills, and letters from your boss about missed work.
Be Careful with Insurance Companies
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Adjusters may ask for recorded statements right away. You can give basic information like the date, time, and place, but you should wait until you get legal guidance before giving more extensive or recorded remarks. Don’t sign releases that give anyone a lot of access to your medical history.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has information on claims for injuries and risk factors.
When to Get in Touch with a Lawyer
If there is a disagreement over who is at fault, the injuries are significant, or more than one party (including government road personnel) may be involved, talk to a motorcycle-injury lawyer as soon as possible. A lawyer can keep evidence safe, talk to the insurance company, and get you the maximum amount of money you deserve.
What to Do Next
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Visit Pyramid Legal to find out more about our company, or use the Contact form to set up a free consultation. It’s easier to protect your rights after a motorbike accident if you act quickly.
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