Atlanta Motorcycle Accident FAQ
If you or a loved one is seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, you find yourself worrying about mounting medical bills and lost wages. Although you are encouraged to contact Kaine Law, a motorcycle accident law firm, to discuss your case, you may find that some of your concerns are addressed by the following frequently asked questions.
- How do I know if I have a case?
- What if a motorcycle accident was partially my fault?
- How much time after my accident do I have to file an injury claim?
- How much money can I recover for my injuries?
- What laws are there in Atlanta to keep motorcyclists safe?
Contact an Atlanta motorcycle accident lawyer
Kaine Law offers a free case evaluation to anyone who has been injured in a motorcycle accident. To discuss the details of your case with a legal team with more than 15 years of experience, contact us online or call 1-877-884-8579.
How do I know if I have a case?
Because the circumstances surrounding every motorcycle accident are different, the best way to determine whether or not you have a case against another party is to contact an experienced Atlanta motorcycle accident lawyer. Evan L. Kaine provides free case reviews and once his team is brought onboard to handle your case, he initiates an investigation right away. A strong case on your behalf can be built using eyewitness testimony, police reports, accident reconstructionists, and much more. Most motorcycle accidents are the fault of passenger car drivers, and Evan Kaine and his legal team pride themselves on leaving no stone unturned in fighting for the compensation each client deserves.
What if a motorcycle accident was partially my fault?
Georgia abides by what is known as the modified comparative negligence 50 percent rule. According to this statute, if you are 49 percent or less to blame for your injuries you can still recover compensation, although your damage reward is then reduced in proportion to the amount of your fault. If your fault level reaches 50 percent, however, you cannot recover any accident damages. If you believe that you may be partially at fault for your motorcycle accident, it is important that you discuss the matter with Atlanta motorcycle accident attorney Evan L. Kaine for more details.
How much time after my accident do I have to file an injury claim?
In injury cases, statutes of limitations limit how long you have to take legal action following an accident. In Georgia, the statute of limitations for personal injury actions is two years, meaning you must initiate a claim and possibly file a lawsuit against the party who caused you harm within two years of your injury. Failure to do so could permanently bar you from taking legal action. It is therefore critical that you speak with an Atlanta motorcycle accident law firm right away. Contact Evan L. Kaine of Kaine Law today.
How much money can I recover for my injuries?
The amount of your recovery depends on the nature and extent of your motorcycle accident injuries. In general, however, you may be entitled to a number of different damages, including those for your monetary losses (such as medical bills and lost wages) and non-monetary losses (such as pain and suffering and diminished enjoyment of life). To receive a detailed evaluation of how much your case may be worth, speak with Atlanta motorcycle accident attorney Evan L. Kaine.
What laws are there in Atlanta to keep motorcyclists safe?
Georgia recently implemented motorcycle safety checkpoints to help reduce the number of motorcycle accidents in the state. Beginning in March 2011, motorcyclists traveling along certain interstates may be asked to exit at inspection stations for bike safety inspections in addition to license and helmet checks. Georgia is also one of only 20 states that has a law requiring all motorcycle drivers and passengers to wear a helmet.
