As a biker, you know how important it is to constantly be aware of other drivers. You also know that a single crash can change your life forever. If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident, it’s important to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney as quickly as possible; you’ll need support in dealing with insurers, or even the courts, to help recover compensation for your injuries. You might be entitled to a settlement to compensate you for things like medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, a replacement bike, and more, and we’re here to help you recover what is rightfully yours.
Attorneys Michael and Jeremy D’Amico are passionate about representing injured bikers because it’s close to their hearts. Part of their local biker community, Michael and Jeremy both ride. D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC takes great pride in representing the men and women who ride and have been injured due to the negligence of other drivers. We’d be honored to offer you a free, confidential consultation with a Watertown motorcycle accident lawyer by phone or remotely so that, together, we can discuss how we can support you going forward.
Every biker is aware that they need to ride with their head on a swivel. The fact is that, no matter how aware you are, most motorcycle accidents are caused by the negligence of other vehicle drivers. They may claim they didn’t see the motorcycle or couldn’t react in time, but there are typically other factors at play on the part of other drivers, including:
For bikers, the crash isn’t the key issue– it’s the aftermath. Motorcycle crashes can result in a range of serious injuries, including broken arms and legs, head injuries, brain injuries, neck injuries, and even worse. Insurance companies take these cases seriously because they know how costly, extensive, and potentially painful the injuries sustained can be. You should too. Our Watertown motorcycle accident attorneys have extensive experience handling the most complex and serious of injury claims, and we’ll put that experience to work for you.
First and foremost, seek medical help. You may not even realize you’re injured. Once you’ve been examined by a doctor, take these steps to ensure you can strengthen and support any injury claim:
There is no hard-and-fast rule regarding the length of the process. If your insurance company is willing to compensate you fairly in a settlement without filing a lawsuit, it might take as little as six months or as long as two years to resolve your claim. In some cases, the insurance company will simply not negotiate fairly, and we will be forced to take your case to trial. Given the wide range of variables involved at that point—e.g., the extent of injuries, available evidence, coverage limits, the court docket, etc.—a claim may take several years to resolve. That said, regardless of the length of time it takes, rest assured that the committed legal professionals at D’Amico & Pettinicchi, LLC will support you every step of the way and ensure that you get the maximum compensation to which you’re entitled.
We understand the challenges of dealing with the aftermath of a motorcycle crash. We know the insurance companies will fight hard to reduce or deny your claim. We also know that many jurors still have a bias against motorcyclists, even though the reality is that most are safe, responsible operators.
Our legal team has the experience and skill needed to level the playing field. We’ll listen to your story, launch our own investigation, and fight for the compensation you need. We’ll deal with the insurance company while you focus on getting better, and while we’re often able to settle out of court, we’re always ready to go to trial, including testing strategies in our in-house courtroom.
If you or someone that you love has been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact our team of motorcycle accident lawyers today to learn more about your legal options. We support clients throughout Connecticut through every stage of a claim or lawsuit, from initial consultation and a review of your legal options through settlement or trial verdict.
When a person is involved in a motor vehicle accident, Connecticut law requires that all drivers come to a stop and call the police in the case of any injury, or risk potential criminal prosecution. In addition, if there is any property damage, all parties must provide contact information to each other.
First off, preserve your rights. Do not admit any fault or sign anything, especially any forms from the other driver’s insurance company. Meet with an attorney and inform your insurance company as quickly as possible.
Not necessarily. In fact, the vast majority of automobile accident claims in Connecticut—including motorcycle accidents—are resolved through insurance settlements.
No. However, your health insurance carrier may require that you reimburse some or all of the amount paid to treat your injuries, and those costs come out of your settlement or award.
Connecticut does not have a mandatory helmet law. Even if your state has a mandatory helmet law, it will likely not prevent you from recovering from your injuries if someone else caused the accident. It might impact the amount of damages you can recover if it is proven that your failure to wear a helmet contributed to your injuries.
