Paso Robles Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

Even if everyone survives, motorcycle accidents almost always result in life-altering injuries. Our Paso Robles motorcycle accident attorneys are proud to help injured motorcyclists fight to win the compensation they need to recover financially, physically, and emotionally in the wake of a serious accident. Our goal is to win a settlement as quickly as possible, but when insurers fail to cooperate satisfactorily, we aren’t afraid to take a case to trial. No matter the potential value of your claim, we stand ready to help you pursue the best outcome possible. Call 1-800-GO-HARRIS today to set up a free case review.

What Do I Have to Prove to Win My Case?

The answer depends upon the specifics of your accident. Typically, the basis of a motorcycle accident claim is negligence. In other words, your lawyer will work to prove that the other driver was at fault for your accident. Your Paso Robles motorcycle accident lawyer will work with you to prove the following elements to an insurer or a California judge or jury:

• The Defendant Owed You a “Duty of Care:”All motorists owe each other an implicit duty of care. This means that drivers are obligated to obey traffic laws and take reasonable steps to prevent avoidable accidents. In motorcycle accident cases, proving a duty of care may involve gathering evidence like the police report, eyewitness testimony, and statements from others who were involved in the incident.
• The Defendant Breached that Duty of Care:Violating the implicit duty of care is a basis for negligence. In the context of a motorcycle accident, negligence usually involves a traffic violation like speeding, driving while impaired, or driving recklessly. The legal test is whether the driver failed to act by the level of care that a “reasonable” person would have exercised under the same circumstances.
• The Breach of the Duty of Care Was the Proximate Cause of Your Accident: To win your case, you must prove that the defendant’s breach caused the accident. Evidence of causation may take the form of the police report, photo and video footage, eyewitness accounts, and expert testimony.
• You Suffered Damages:In California, motorcycle accident victims can seek compensation for economic and non-economic damages. If the defendant acted with fraud, malice, or oppression, it may even be possible to win a punitive damages award, which will substantially increase your total compensation amount.

How Much is My Claim Worth?

The potential value of your claim will vary based on the specifics of your case. However, there are a few key facts your Paso Robles personal injury attorney may consider when approximating a value:

• Property Damage: If any of your property was damaged in the accident, you may be able to recoup its replacement value or repair costs. As such, be sure to provide your attorney with a record of any expenses you’ve incurred, like receipts and invoices.
• Medical Bills: Your medical bills will likely make up a substantial portion of your accident-related expenses. When valuing your claim, your lawyer may consider the costs of medical procedures, lab tests, prescriptions, prosthetics, and more.
• Pain and Suffering:Your pain and suffering, also known as your “non-economic” damages, may account for a significant portion of your potential settlement or verdict. Typically, lawyers employ one of two methods for estimating the monetary value of a client’s pain and suffering. Your attorney may multiply the total cost of your medical bills by a number between 1.5 and 5. This is called the “multiplier method.” Others use the “per diem” approach, which involves assigning a value to each day from the accident to the day you’re expected to attain “maximum medical improvement.”

Call 1-800-GO-HARRIS to Speak with a Paso Robles Motorcycle Accident Attorney Today

The motorcycle accident attorneys at Harris Personal Injury Lawyers are renowned throughout the State for our aggressive litigation strategies. Throughout the years, we have won numerous six-figure settlements for our clients, many of which have been on behalf of injured California motorcyclists. To discuss your case in a free consultation, give us a call at 1-800-GO-HARRIS or send us a message online.