Houston Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

After a motorcycle accident, you're facing insurance companies that will do everything they can to pay you as little as possible, or nothing at all. They often try to blame the rider, using stereotypes and bias against motorcyclists to reduce their payout. A skilled motorcycle accident attorney knows these tactics and fights back on your behalf.

With experienced legal representation, you have someone in your corner who understands motorcycle accidents, knows the true value of your claim, and will fight to get you the maximum compensation you deserve while you focus on healing.

Most likely not. The majority of motorcycle accident cases settle without ever going to trial. However, sometimes filing a lawsuit is necessary to get the insurance company to offer fair compensation. Your attorney will handle all court filings and legal proceedings if needed—you won't be facing this process alone. The goal is always to get you the compensation you deserve as efficiently as possible, whether through settlement negotiations or, if necessary, in court.

Don't accept a lowball offer or give up if your claim is denied. Insurance companies count on accident victims not knowing what their claim is truly worth. The best thing you can do is contact an experienced motorcycle accident attorney immediately, ideally right after your accident, before you even speak to the insurance company.

Your lawyer can evaluate whether the offer is fair or if your denied claim has merit, and will handle all communications with the insurance company, ensuring you aren't taken advantage of when settling, during a vulnerable time.

The landscape of personal injury has changed substantially over the last couple of decades. At one time, most cases could be settled out of court with skilled negotiations by the attorney. The process has changed, and often, litigation is required to settle a motorcycle accident case and reach an adjuster with the authority to offer fair compensation.

Even though most motorcycle accident cases settle before trial, most will require initial litigation to receive fair compensation.

A free consultation gives you clarity during a confusing time. You'll learn what your rights are, what your case may be worth, how the claims process works, and what mistakes to avoid that could hurt your recovery. An experienced attorney can answer your specific questions about medical bills, lost wages, bike repairs, and pain and suffering.

There's no obligation to hire anyone, just an opportunity to understand your options and make an informed decision about your next steps.

Every case is different. In straightforward cases where injuries are clear and liability is obvious, you might settle within a couple of months after completing your medical treatment. However, serious motorcycle accidents with significant injuries, disputed fault, or multiple parties often take longer, sometimes a year or more.

While no one wants their case to drag on, rushing to settle before you've fully recovered or before your attorney has built a strong case can cost you significantly. Your attorney's priority is getting you full compensation, not a quick settlement that leaves you short.

It depends. If the helmet would not have prevented or reduced your specific injury, then not wearing a helmet should not affect your case. Our experienced attorneys know how to handle helmet issues in motorcycle accident claims.

Texas follows a "modified comparative fault" rule. You can still recover damages if you were 50% or less at fault. However, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were 20% at fault and your damages are $100,000, you would receive $80,000.

In Texas, the statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit for personal injury from a motorcycle accident was two years from the date of the accident. You must file your lawsuit within that time, or limitations may bar your claim. If the injured motorcycle rider was a minor, the limitations period begins ticking when they reach 18.