Motorcycle Accidents
Were you injured in an accident on your motorcycle due to another motorist’s reckless or careless behavior? You may have a right to pursue financial relief for the losses you suffer due to your injuries. However, insurance companies can make it challenging for injured riders to obtain compensation for their losses. If you suffered injuries in a motorcycle accident, get legal help pursuing compensation and justice. Contact The Motorcycle Injury Attorneys for a consultation to discuss how our lawyers can advocate for your rights and interests following a devasting motorcycle crash.
About The Motorcycle Injury Attorneys
Attorneys Mike Deering and Chris Hedrick formed The Motorcycle Injury Attorneys to provide effective legal representation and top-notch client service to motorcycle accident victims in Virginia Beach and throughout the Hampton Roads region. Mike and Chris have over 30 years of combined legal experience in injury cases. As motorcycle riders themselves, Mike and Chris personally understand the hazards that motorcycle riders face on the local streets and highways. They have deep compassion for riders who have suffered traumatic injuries in crashes caused by negligent motorists.
Mike Deering has been a fierce litigator and negotiator for clients since 2011. His passion for obtaining the best possible results enables him to advocate effectively for his clients’ interests at the negotiating table and in court. Mike focuses on serving his client’s needs, taking the time to understand motorcycle accident victims’ concerns and goals to provide tailored legal representation. He understands that motorcycle injury victims need more than an attorney – they need an advocate who will guide them at each stage of the legal process to pursue a fair and favorable result. Mike practices in courts throughout the seven cities and in surrounding counties.
For over 20 years, Chris Hedrick has built a reputation as one of the most respected attorneys in Hampton Roads. He understands the stress and difficulty motorcycle accident victims can experience as they recover from life-altering injuries. That’s why he vigorously advocates for his clients’ rights and interests, fighting back when insurance companies take advantage of motorcycle injury victims’ anxiety and pain to minimize the value of their claims. Chris treats everyone who walks through The Motorcycle Injury Attorneys’ doors with the dignity and respect they deserve. He will take the time to listen to your story and provide straightforward, honest advice at every stage of your case.
Recovering Compensation in a Motorcycle Accident Claims
A motorcycle accident claim can allow you to pursue financial relief for losses incurred due to injuries and property damage. Our firm will pursue compensation for your:
- Motorcycle repair costs or reimbursement for the value of your motorcycle if totaled in the accident
- Costs of medical treatment and rehabilitation of your accident injuries
- Costs of long-term care you may need for permanent disabilities
- Lost wages/income or reduced earnings as your recover from your injuries
- Lost future earning capacity and job benefits if you cannot return to your job
- Pain and suffering and reduced quality/enjoyment of life
What Steps Should You Take After a Motorcycle Accident
After a motorcycle accident, you can protect your legal rights and your health by taking the following steps:
- Report the crash to law enforcement and request copies of police accident reports
- Seek immediate medical attention to obtain a diagnosis of the injuries you suffered in the accident
- Follow your healthcare provider’s treatment recommendations and instructions, and keep all follow-up appointments
- Request copies of medical records from your treatment
- Keep any bills, receipts, or invoices of expenses you incur because of the accident
- Gather your pay records if you miss work or have reduced earnings
- Contact a motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible to pursue a legal claim against the driver or other parties at fault for the accident.
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