What to Do if You’re Involved in a Motorcycle Accident

When you’re involved in a motorcycle accident, it can be an overwhelming experience. Adrenaline is rushing, sirens are blaring, and your mind is racing. In those moments, many people don’t know what to do and end up making mistakes that can be costly to their health and to their legal rights. Being prepared and understanding how to respond in an extreme situation like this can help protect your safety and build a strong legal case. Here, we’ll discuss what to do if you are involved in a motorcycle accident. 

Call 911 and Seek Medical Attention

Your first priority in any accident should be to seek medical attention. Call 911, be seen by the EMTs, and go get the treatment you need. Motorcycle accident injuries can be severe and life threatening. Even if you feel fine and aren’t experiencing any visible injuries, you should still go to the hospital so that they can make sure there aren’t any internal injuries. The rush of adrenaline you may experience in an accident can mask pain and injury symptoms.

Seeking medical attention immediately is important not just for your physical health, but to establish that you did seek treatment if you were to have any injuries that appear later on after the accident. Detailed medical records are one of the most important pieces of evidence that your attorney can use in your case, so getting that process started as early as possible is beneficial.

Document The Scene

Next, if you are able to, document the scene. Get names and contact information of everyone involved in the accident, including any witnesses. Take photos or videos of the scene if you can. Even if your injuries are too severe and you aren’t physically able to take photos, it can be helpful to write down all the details that you can recall about the accident as soon as you can, while it is still fresh in your mind. As time passes, our memory becomes less reliable and pieces of information can be mixed up or forgotten. Documenting as much as you can as early as possible helps to make sure that everything is accurate. This documentation can help prove who is at fault and ensure that you receive fair compensation for your injuries.

Contact an Attorney

Your next step is to call an experienced motorcycle accident attorney. These types of cases can be complex, so it is best to have an attorney on your side to make sure you get the compensation you deserve. They can help you navigate the legal system and help you build a strong case. Insurance companies tend to do anything in their power to avoid paying out your claim. Motorcycle accident attorneys know this and will fight hard on your behalf to get you the best outcome in your case. At O’Connor Law, we’ve been handling these cases for more than 35 years. We understand how the system works and have had a record of success in getting motorcycle accident victims the results they deserve. 

O’Connor Law is the official motorcycle attorney of Pennsylvania through an organization called Support Bikers. We are partnered with them to offer legal services to the biker community throughout the state. Support Bikers is a community created by bikers and for bikers to share businesses, community events, and reputable services of all kinds. Recognition from Support Bikers is a stamp of trust from the motorcycle community that we are honored to have at our firm.  

Get Support

Finally, if you’re struggling financially after an accident, you can reach out to Support Bikers and fill out a Wrecked Rider application. The Wrecked Rider Fund was created to offer assistance with financial needs after an accident. When your application is approved, you will receive a $200 check from them to cover immediate expenses. You can find more information on the Wrecked Rider Fund and learn more about Support Bikers at their website: www.SupportBikers.com.

Contact Our Office

If you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle accident, please contact our office online or give us a call at 1-800-518-4529. Your initial consultation is always free and you don’t pay anything unless we win your case.