Greenville Motorcycle Accident Attorneys and Lawyers

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2015, 4,976 motorcyclists were killed. Another 88,000 motorcyclists were injured in the same year. When drivers make mistakes on the road, motorcyclists can get hurt. Unfortunately, when drivers act negligently, the person most likely to end up with a serious injury after a crash is the rider. According to the NHTSA, 41% of fatal crashes involved a motorcycle being hit by another vehicle. The most common kind of accident involved the other vehicle turning left while the motorcyclist was going straight. Drivers may not always be watching out for riders because riders have a lower profile than other vehicles on the road. However, when motorcyclists are hit, they don’t have the protective chassis of a car and are therefore more likely to suffer serious injuries in a crash. The mistake of not looking out for riders can bring serious consequences for motorcyclists.

Even if you were following the law before you were struck by another vehicle, riders can still face challenges after a crash. Motorcycle riders sometimes face bias from police offices, insurance companies, and other drivers. Riders might be perceived as “risk takers.” However, motorcyclists are actually among the most well-trained of all road users. Riders understand that specified knowledge is required to ride a motorcycle and many riders take steps to mitigate their risks.

Motorcycle riders are required to hold special licensure. Many riders supplement their training with regular riding courses. Motorcyclists may be more likely to keep their vehicles well-maintained and well-tuned. They know what is at risk and generally don’t engage in distracted driving. Drivers, on the other hand, may be using their cell phones, changing the radio, or even may choose to drive while intoxicated. When riders are hurt due to the negligence of another driver, the consequences can be severe. Victims may struggle with serious injuries. Families may struggle trying to pay high medical costs or have trouble paying bills due to lost wages. Some families are devastated by the loss of a loved one when a rider suffers wrongful death after a crash.

If you or a loved one was hurt in a motorcycle crash, consider reaching out to the Hayes Law Firm Upstate Attorneys, LLC, motorcycle accident attorneys in Greenville, South Carolina. Our firm can review the circumstances of your accident, speak to insurance adjusters, and fight to help you and your family get the justice you may deserve under the law. You and your family may be entitled to seek damages for your lost wages, medical costs, pain and suffering, and property damage.

Traumatic Brain Injury and Motorcycle Accidents in Greenville, South Carolina

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, lower-extremity injury is the most common type of motorcycle accident injury, second to upper-extremity and head injuries. The average medical costs for lower-extremity injuries was $20,745. However, head injuries, while less common, can be far more expensive and serious. According to the Journal of ClinicoEconomics and Outcomes Research, the average yearly cost of traumatic brain injury for patients ranged from $25,174 for mild traumatic brain injury to $81,153 to moderate traumatic brain injury. For many families, the cost of moderate traumatic brain injury exceeds the amount of money they make in a given year. Traumatic brain injury is one of the leading causes of disability in the U.S.

Traumatic brain injury can result in a range of symptoms ranging from complete disability to other conditions including problems sleeping, mood changes, depression, memory problems, dizziness, fatigue, and other issues. Individuals may not be able to work or may no longer be able to participate in life activities. Traumatic brain injury can result in time missed from work, high medical expenses, and pain and suffering due to lifestyle changes. To make matters more complicated, mild traumatic brain injuries may not always be diagnosed immediately after an accident occurs. Victims and families may wonder about a loved one’s mood changes, memory difficulty, or problems sleeping, but they may not connect these symptoms right away with a patient’s injuries.

The Hayes Law Firm Upstate Attorneys, LLC are motorcycle accident attorneys in Greenville, South Carolina who understand the unique challenges that victims and families face after a motorcycle accident. Our firm can review your injuries, help you understand your rights, and help you fight to seek justice under the law. The aftermath of a motorcycle accident can be overwhelming for all parties involved, but you are not alone.

Understanding Minimum Liability Laws in South Carolina

Liability laws in South Carolina may not have riders in mind. Motorcycle riders can suffer more serious bodily injuries in an accident than passengers in a motor vehicle. Drivers are only required, under South Carolina law to have $25,000 in bodily injury coverage per person. The minimum amount a person can have in insurance for property damage is $25,000. If you have been seriously injured in a motorcycle crash, these limits can have serious implications for your case. The cost of your injuries may be far higher than $25,000.

The Hayes Law Firm Upstate Attorneys, LLC, a motorcycle accident attorney in Greenville, South Carolina may be able to help. Our firm can review the negligent party’s insurance policy. Sometimes drivers have a higher policy than required by the state. In other cases, individuals could still be held negligent for the damage they cause. If you’ve been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, consider speaking to the Hayes Law Firm today. We can review all avenues to helping you get the maximum possible compensation permitted under the law.

Protecting the Rights of Motorcyclists in Greenville, South Carolina

The Hayes Law Firm Upstate Attorneys, LLC offers compassionate and caring counsel to individuals injured in motorcycle accidents in Greenville, South Carolina. Our firm understands that the aftermath of any crash can be stressful and challenging, but that motorcycle crashes can be uniquely difficult because victims may suffer more serious injuries. If you’ve been seriously hurt in a crash, consider reaching out to a qualified lawyer today. The Hayes Law Firm Upstate Attorneys, LLC are Greenville, South Carolina motorcycle accident attorneys who can help.