Motorcycle accidents are far more complex than car accidents.  If you are injured in a motorcycle accident, it is likely that your injuries are far more severe than if you had been in a similar accident but were driving a car instead.

Insurance policies surrounding motorcycle accidents are also more complicated.  Although Delaware Law requires that each motorcycle have $15,000 of insurance coverage for medical bills and lost wages, motorcycle policies often have very high deductibles.  Since injuries tend to be severe in motorcycle accidents, $15,000 is almost never enough to cover all of your medical bills.

When we handle a motorcycle accident case, we work with your motorcycle insurance carrier, your health insurance carrier, and your medical providers to get your bills paid.  This can be a daunting process that you should not handle on your own.

In a typical auto accident case, if the party who is at fault does not have enough insurance, other insurance policies may allow you to receive benefits.  In a motorcycle case, however, getting these benefits is much more difficult.  Many car insurance policies specifically exclude motorcycles.  We will make every effort to determine how much coverage is available to you and whether you can utilize other insurance policies to compensate you for your injuries.

There are also documentation issues in motorcycle cases.  As part of our representation, we will interview witnesses and keep records of the facts of the accident so that we can prove your case.

We are experienced attorneys who have handled thousands of motorcycle accident cases in over 30 years.  If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident, it is absolutely necessary to seek the help of a lawyer with our level of experience.

Please call us today for a free consultation.  If you prefer e-mail, fill out the “Contact Us” box to your right.  The e-mail will be sent directly to founding partner, Eric Doroshow’s inbox.

The following are some frequently answered questions concerning motorcycle accidents:

Q: Why are motorcycle accident claims different from auto accident claims?

A: Motorcycle accident claims are different than auto accident claims because there are often motorcycle-unique causes for the accident, the injuries are usually more serious, there are different laws concerning motorcycle riding, and the physics of a motorcycle accident are much different than those involved in an auto accident.  Also, there are unique insurance issues in Delaware dealing with motorcycles. Often the insurance companies try to limit benefits for medical bills and lost wages under your PIP policy. We’ll fight to make sure we collect the maximum available to you.

Q: Can I recover even if I wasn’t wearing a helmet?

A: Yes. Delaware does not require that the driver of a motorcycle wear a helmet, it only has to be located on the motorcycle.

Q: Can I recover from a motorcycle accident even if I did not collide with a car?

A: Yes. For many motorcyclists, swerving is just another part of riding. Car drivers often fail to see motorcyclists, and as a result, the motorcyclist must swerve to avoid an accident. If you are riding, and a negligent driver causes you to be involved in a motorcycle accident because you were avoiding another collision, you may still be able to recover compensation for the injuries you suffer.

Q: Do I need a motorcycle accident attorney?

A: An experienced motorcycle accident attorney is absolutely crucial to the outcome of your motorcycle accident claim. He or she will be familiar with all aspects of the law that make your motorcycle accident unique. For the last 30 years, our firm has handled thousands of motorcycle accident claims. We are knowledgeable about helmet laws, motorcycle insurance, and motorcycle riding laws.

Q: How do I get in touch with you?

A: We have six offices throughout Delaware to serve you. Please contact us today at 1-866-359-2108 for a free consultation at the office nearest you. Or E-mail us at: EricDoroshow@dplaw.com. If we take your case, there is no fee unless we collect for you.

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