Motorcycle Accident Questions
Boise, Idaho
If I am involved in a motorcycle crash, what should I do?
Never leave the scene of the accident, otherwise you could face criminal charges. Remain calm and call the police. If you are injured, seek medical attention. Your injuries may not surface for a few days or weeks, so it is important to ensure you are OK. If there has been an injury, death, or any kind of damage, you should call the police. Write down the personal information, license number and insurance details of the other driver involved. Also collect contact information for any witnesses. Document any evidence at the scene. This could be loose gravel, wet pavement, a blind corner, etc. Take photos if you are able.
What should I say to the other party involved in the accident or their insurance adjuster?
You should refrain from saying anything too specific about the accident; how it occurred, what you were doing right before the crash, etc. And never, under any circumstance, should you admit fault. Even if you are obviously guilty, even if you injured the other party and you are fine, never say you were in the wrong. Sometimes following an accident people will blurt out false statements. An admission of guilt, even if it is wrong, could prevent you from collecting compensation you otherwise deserve. When you are ready to make a statement to the other party involved, you should have a witness present (a lawyer is recommended), so your statement can not be fabricated.
If I was partially responsible for the motorcycle accident, can I still collect compensation?
Damages from a motorcycle accident can involve different types of negligence, including comparative negligence and contributory negligence. Idaho is a comparative negligence state that follows a 50 percent rule. What this means is if you were hurt, you may only collect damages if your fault in causing the injury is considered 49% or less. If your fault level reaches 50 percent, you can not recover any damages resulting from the accident. This is one reason why it is so important to have professional, legal representation.
Can a failure to wear a helmet reduce the claim for damages?
Sometimes. If the evidence establishes that your failure to wear a helmet contributed to the severity of your injuries, your damages could be reduced by the extent of the injuries that a helmet could have prevented.
What are some common motorcycle accident injuries?
- Severe burns or “road rash”
- Multiple broken bones
- Serious injures including TBI and spinal cord injuries
- Back and neck injuries
- Amputation
If you or a loved one lives in the Boise area and has been injured or killed in a motorcycle accident, we know you are going through a difficult time. The knowledgeable attorneys at Gregory & Swapp can answer your questions and fight to protect your rights in a court of law. Please contact our Boise motorcycle injury lawyers today to set up your free, confidential consultation.
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