San Diego Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
The popularity of motorcycles has been on the rise for years, and with the recent economic downturn, this gas-efficient, eco-friendly, and inexpensive mode of transportation is growing even more popular. Unfortunately, more motorcycles on the road means more and more motorcycle accidents, to the tune of over 100,000 injury accidents in 2007 alone.
Motorcycle accident statistics are chilling. 2006 information released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows nearly 5,000 fatalities in motorcycle crashes, three fourths of which involved collision with another vehicle. Often, car drivers are unaware of how to best share the road with motorcycles or are distracted when changing lanes and entering intersections. This can produce dangerous - even deadly - results for the driver and passenger of the motorcycle in question.
Though vehicle malfunctions and poor road conditions sometimes cause individual crashes, motorcycle-on-car crashes are far more common - and much more dangerous. The sheer size differential between a motorcycle and even the smallest passenger vehicle often means that serious injury occurs to the motorcyclist. Motorcycle accident injuries range from bruises and cuts to serious injuries like traumatic brain injury, paralysis, disfigurement, burns and more. Though helmets do help prevent fatalities, they do nothing to protect the body of a motorcyclist.
Unfortunately, most motorcycle accident victims leave the scene of the accident in an ambulance. Once they have received medical treatment, they should consult with a San Diego motorcycle crash attorney to find out their legal rights. Given the many financial and emotional costs of an injury and the expensive medical treatment that follows, it often makes sense for the victim to file a personal injury lawsuit in court and seek financial compensation from the negligent party for their injuries.
Steven Elia is familiar with all aspects of personal injury and motorcycle accident litigation in San Diego. Committed to his clients' rights and health, he stands up for clients in court and helps them win the compensation they deserve. Don't stand back and take a token settlement or do nothing - your time to file a lawsuit could be limited by law. Call Steven Elia today for more information and a free case consultation.