Queens Motorcycle Accident Attorney
Representing Motorcycle Accident Victims in New York City
If you were injured or if someone you love died in a motorcycle accident in Queens, the Bronx, or any of the surrounding areas, contact the Harris Firm, LLC right away for a free consultation. You have the right to seek fair financial compensation for your damages, but your time—and ability—to file a claim may be limited. The sooner you act, the better.
Since 2003, our Queens motorcycle accident attorneys have been aggressively and successfully advocating for the rights of injured motorcyclists and their families. Our Queens motorcycle accident attorneys bring more than 28 years of experience to their practice of personal injury law, as well as a long, proven record of success. We understand the unique issues involved in these types of accident claims and are prepared to protect your right to a fair recovery.
Although any motor vehicle accident can result in catastrophic or even fatal injuries, motorcycle collisions tend to be especially devastating. Motorcycles lack the basic protective features of most standard automobiles, meaning motorcycle operators and passengers are at a higher risk of severe bodily injury and death. Unfortunately, injured motorcyclists in New York City also face significant challenges when it comes to recovering compensation after an accident.
Call (212) 487-8669 or contact us online to request a free initial consultation. We can assist you in Spanish, Russian, French, or another language you are most comfortable with.
What Are the Most Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents?
Although many people—including insurance adjusters, judges, and juries—believe motorcycle operators to be dangerous, risk-taking drivers, the vast majority of motorcycle accidents occur as a result of someone else’s negligence.
This negligence takes many forms, including but not limited to:
- Distracted driving, including texting while driving
- Drunk driving
- Fatigued driving/falling asleep at the wheel
- Speeding
- Aggressive or reckless driving
- Tailgating/following too closely
- Failing to check for motorcyclists in vehicles’ blind spots
- Opening car doors into motorcyclists
- Making dangerous turns and other unsafe driving maneuvers
- Merging into or directly in front of motorcyclists
- Passing motorcyclists and other vehicles illegally
- Failing to obey traffic control devices, such as red lights and stop signs
- Failing to properly maintain roadways
- Designing or constructing defective or dangerous roadways
- Manufacturing defective vehicles/vehicle parts
At the Harris Firm, LLC, we know that most motorcyclists are highly skilled, cautious drivers. Our attorneys work tirelessly to uncover all available evidence and develop personalized legal strategies that clearly demonstrate the other party’s negligence.
Common Injuries Caused by Motorcycle Accidents
- Road rash
- Brain injuries
- Spinal cord Injuries
- Broken bones/ fractures
- Internal injuries
Damages in Motorcycle Accident Cases
Because motorcyclists are virtually unprotected, they are at a high risk of sustaining catastrophic injuries when they are involved in accidents with other vehicles and objects along the roadway. Common motorcycle accident injuries include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, paralysis, broken bones, road rash, soft tissue injuries, internal bleeding, and loss of limb.
The cost of treating these types of injuries is immense, with victims facing weeks, months, or even years of medical care and rehabilitation, time off work, and other hardships.
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