If you or someone you know has been injured in a motorcycle accident, a collision due to road hazards, or a negligent driver, the same laws apply as if you were in a car or truck. While most drivers are trained to look for other vehicles, oftentimes they will miss a motorcycle or bicycle. You should attend to your medical needs immediately. If the other driver was at fault in the accident, that driver and his insurance company may be responsible for reimbursing you for reasonably necessary medical expenses, your pain and suffering, any lost wages as a result of the accident, as well as other reasonable damages. There may also be other insurance available, such as medical payment ("med pay") coverage on your own insurance policy, or Uninsured/Underinsured ("UM/UIM") coverage, which can be used to pay for medical expenses from the accident and to compensate you for your injuries. However, don't delay in seeking medical treatment. Also, be very wary against giving a recorded statement to the other driver's insurance company, as they are obtaining the statement for their benefit, not yours. Some years ago, Mr. Achrem handled a case where a motorcyclist was traveling down Boulder Highway at night and came upon a construction site where traffic was being moved around it. Because the contractor had failed to remove the original white line, the motorcyclist continued straight until it was too late. In the resulting impact with a concrete barrier, virtually all of the flesh of this man's right leg was ripped off by a piece of rebar that was sticking up. The motorcyclist ended up in an uncovered, deep hole at the construction site until he was finally able, on his own, to summon assistance. The case was ultimately settled before trial for hundreds of thousands of dollars. All accidents are different. Consult with an experienced attorney as soon as possible, to determine your legal rights. With over 40 years of combined legal experience, we have the resources, expertise and legal knowledge it takes to protect your legal rights. Achrem & Associates "From the claim to the courtroom, we're there when you need us most." Nevada Supreme Court Rule 196(4) requires the following disclaimer: "The State Bar of Nevada does not certify any lawyer as a specialist or expert."
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