Along with cyclists and pedestrians, motorcyclists are among the most vulnerable users to suffer traffic accidents. And because they have no external protection, motorcycle accidents show mortality rates up to 27 times more often than car drivers. If you or a family member has been a victim of a collision like this, do not hesitate to contact the Conexión Legal team as soon as possible by calling 1800 201 1220 or write to us through WhatsApp, only this way can you guarantee contact with professional traffic accident attorneys with extensive experience in the matter, who will help you obtain the best free consultation, and in this way we can help you obtain the highest possible compensation. Motorcycle accidents can be caused, for example, by the fact that the other driver does not notice your proximity and accelerates, changes lanes or turns causing an accident; likewise, the person driving the motorcycle may commit negligent acts that put them at risk. In any case, it is important that you know how to react to such a situation to have the most timely legal and medical support.
Call Emergency Services
Regardless of whether you believe you are fine or that your injuries are not serious, it is important that you receive immediate medical attention to rule out any type of injury that your adrenaline could be hiding.
Contact your Traffic Accident Attorney and Authorities
In very rare occasions does a collision involving a motorcyclist pass without injuries or significant property damage, so after having ensured your physical integrity and the safety of others, it is important that you file a police report with the authorities so that the accident is recorded and is legally binding, which will be helpful to your attorney to proceed. And when you receive this report, you will be able to access the insurance information of the negligent driver or drivers and the owners of the vehicles whose irresponsibility caused the accident, which will facilitate your process for filing damage claims.
Obtaining legal advice is one of the most important steps in the claims process, since one of the biggest mistakes is dealing with an attorney from an insurance company without proper legal representation. An attorney contacted through Conexión Legal, with experience in personal injuries and countless similar cases won, will help you through the claims process, ensuring that you obtain the compensation you are entitled to.Without a doubt, a traffic accident involving a motorcycle can be more serious than one with a car. Motorcyclists are considered reckless, but an incredible fact is that 70% of motorcycle accidents are caused by the car driver.
Document the Scene of the Accident
If your phone still works after the collision and you are in condition, use it to take photos and document the scene of the accident, including the condition of your motorcycle, other vehicles, skid marks, driving conditions and any type of anomaly such as a traffic sign that indicates something it should not indicate or the surrounding area. It is important that you document the injuries caused by the accident since these photos are very useful as evidence in the claims process. And as for your motorcycle, it is recommended not to dispose of it, but to keep it in the condition it was left after the accident, since this is also important evidence and can be used to reconstruct the accident and thus prove the negligence of the other party.
See a Doctor for Follow-up
After a motorcycle accident, the most important thing you should do is ensure that you are in good health and physical integrity with proper follow-up to any type of injury or physical or emotional discomfort you may have.
Some tips to avoid motorcycle accidents are:
- Wear a helmet
It is recommended that both the driver and the person behind them wear helmets, as this can mean the difference between a fatal accident or not. After seeing thousands of cases in which the motorcyclist suffers very serious brain injury.
- Do not use your cell phone
In this case, the phone should not be used to send a message or make a call while driving. A study conducted found that in cities where this law is enforced, the number of accidents has been reduced by 11%
- Do not consume alcohol
Driving under the influence of alcohol significantly reduces reaction capacity in all aspects, or can cause the driver to fall asleep.
- Wear visible clothing
Being visible is always important to avoid accidents. Always dressing in a striking manner is a good way for other drivers to see you.
Also learn what the most common motorcycle accident injuries are. The choice of your attorney is one of the aspects that can contribute to the final decision of your case. For this reason, if you or a loved one need it, you should contact the Conexión Legal team as soon as possible so that we can provide you with the best free legal advice, and likewise, legal representation by experienced and professional traffic accident attorneys in case you suffer any type of i. With us, you will be able to obtain the best possible compensation.
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