According to statistics from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), in 2019, there were 103 motorcycle fatalities statewide. Being involved in a motorcycle wreck can be a traumatic experience. Due to the limited protection available to motorcyclists, such accidents usually cause minor to severe injuries, including disfigurement, facial fractures, road rash, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, limb amputation, paralysis, or even death.
If you or a loved one have been hurt in a motorcycle accident caused by someone else's negligence, you may be eligible to recover damages. At The Law Offices of Daniel T. Goodwin, we are committed to providing outstanding legal services and compassionate representation in personal injury and motorcycle accident cases. As experienced Colorado personal injury attorneys, our team will fight vigorously to protect your rights and help seek fair financial compensation for your injuries, damages, as well as the pain and suffering you have experienced.
At The Law Offices of Daniel T. Goodwin, we are proud to represent motorcycle accident victims in Nederland, Broomfield, all surrounding Front Range areas, as well as the Peak-to-Peak region of Colorado.
The period after a motorcycle accident can be very confusing to sort through. However, the next steps you take or do not take could significantly impact the outcome of your injury claim. When involved in a motorcycle accident, make sure to take the following steps:
The sooner you take these actions after the incident, the better. Over time, you may forget necessary details or misplace crucial information.
In order to prevent or limit motorcycle accidents, the government of Colorado has imposed stringent motorcycle laws to which all motorcyclists must adhere.
Lane splitting involves a traffic maneuver in which a motorcyclist drives between two rows of cars moving in the same direction. Under Colorado law, lane splitting or lane sharing with cars is illegal. The Colorado Department of Transportation explicitly prohibits motorists from riding between lanes of traffic.
In Colorado, motorcycles are allowed to share a lane or "co-ride" with one other motorcycle. However, you cannot attach your motorcycle to another motorcycle or vehicle.
Colorado is an “at-fault” state. This means that the at-fault party will absorb liability for injuries or damages sustained by accident victims. The available options to seek damages include:
Colorado uses the "modified comparative negligence" rule, with a 50% bar. Under the system, a victim's ability to recover damages is reduced if they are found to be partially responsible for their injuries. However, you can only recover damages if found to be less than 50% at fault for the accident. Nonetheless, your total compensation awarded will be reduced depending on your percentage of fault.
Getting injured in a motorcycle accident can be an overwhelming and emotional situation. Such an incident can cause devastating, long-lasting consequences on your physical, financial, and mental health. Thankfully, you don't need to go through such challenges alone. It is important to retain knowledgeable Colorado personal injury attorneys as soon as possible to protect your rights and help you seek deserved compensation.
At The Law Offices of Daniel T. Goodwin, our attorneys have devoted their careers to protecting the rights of motorcycle accident victims and their loved ones. Our team can help you with the following:
As your legal counsel, we can help hold the liable party accountable and pursue fair financial compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, future medical treatment, pain, discomfort, and suffering, or other losses. Reach out to our firm today to get the help you need.
If you or a loved one were injured in a motorcycle accident involving a negligent party, contact us at The Law Offices of Daniel T. Goodwin to schedule a consultation. Our Colorado personal injury attorneys can offer the representation you need. We proudly serve victims in Nederland, Broomfield, all surrounding Front Range areas, and the Peak-to-Peak region of Colorado.