Over 50 Years of Fighting for Injured Riders in Virginia
Recover compensation for your economic and non-economic losses with our experienced motorcycle accident lawyer in Virginia. Pursue your compensation today and pay nothing unless we win your case.
You Deserve Full Compensation for What You’ve Lost
Motorcyclists are among the most vulnerable travelers on the road because they lack the solid protection that car passengers have. When they get into a crash, they often suffer severe injuries such as brain or spinal cord damage. They also face unfair treatment from insurers or juries due to their perceived status as reckless riders.
Usually, insurers or the party at fault use Virginia’s Contributory Negligence rule to deny compensation by holding the riders partially responsible for the collision. Insurers also offer low settlements to minimize their financial liability.
Our motorcycle accident lawyers in Virginia have 50+ years of experience negotiating with insurers to help you obtain the compensation you deserve. We prepare a strong case to present at trial (if required) so you can secure the full compensation you’re owed.
Why Motorcycle Accident Claims in Virginia Are Harder Than They Look
Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries We Fight for in Virginia
Motorcycle injuries are rarely minor because of the lack of protection for the riders, which can cause even life-altering traumas. Moreover, they often result in significant financial burdens or even make you incapable of earning and dependent on the compensation you may recover from the at-fault party.
What Compensation Can You Recover after a Virginia Motorcycle Accident
Our law firm prepares the case to take to the trial so that you can get the full compensation you deserve, not just a fraction of what insurers initially offer.
1. Economic Damages
This compensation includes hospital care, surgeries, therapy, and future medical treatment for life-altering injuries. It also covers lost income, reduced earning capacity, and the costs of long-term care.
2. Non-Economic Damages
Pain, emotional distress, and deteriorated quality of life are real losses for people. These are often neglected or minimized by insurers, especially in motorcycle accident cases, because they are invisible, but we challenge these tactics aggressively.
3. Punitive Damages
In cases involving extreme negligence, such as impaired driving or distracted driving, courts may award additional damages to penalize misconduct. Our motorcycle accident attorneys pursue punitive damages where the facts support it.
4. Wrongful Death
When a motorcycle crash results in loss of life, families may pursue compensation for financial and emotional loss. A wrongful death claim can recover funeral costs, lost future income, and loss of companionship.
Virginia Laws You Must Understand to Protect Your Compensation Rights
Helmet Laws
Virginia law requires all motorcycle operators and passengers to wear helmets (Virginia Code § 46.2-910). If you were not wearing a helmet, then insurers might argue it contributed to the injuries; that’s why we call medical experts to determine whether that claim is valid.
Lane Splitting
It is illegal to split and filter between lanes while riding a motorcycle. If you were riding between lanes of traffic at the time of a crash, then the opposing insurer would use this to argue contributory fault. That’s why we gather evidence early to establish what actually occurred, to prevent insurers from shifting blame to you to avoid paying.
Virginia’s Contributory Negligence Rule
Insurers weaponize Virginia’s contributory negligence law in motorcycle collision cases. We build strong cases that help to tackle juror bias against riders and insurer bad faith in claim handling. Collier & Collier works with crash reconstruction experts to ensure you are not wrongfully found at fault by the opposing counsel.
2-Year Statute of Limitations
According to Virginia law (code § 8.01-243), injured riders can usually file a claim within 2 years and, in the case of government organizations, within 6 months from the date of the crash. That’s why acting quickly with legal guidance is critical to protect your right to compensation.
What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident in Virginia
- Call 911: Move away from the traffic or dangers and call 911 to get first aid and ensure a police report is filed. Do not move the motorcycle unless it is necessary to preserve the evidence.
- Do Not Admit Your Fault: Avoid communicating with the opposing counsel and don’t give any statement like “I’m sorry” because insurers can use it against you.
- Seek Medical Help: You must go for a medical checkup even if it seems unnecessary because internal bleeding and traumatic brain injuries may not immediately present symptoms.
- Document the Scene: Take pictures or video of your vehicle position, road, weather conditions, skid marks, and the other driver’s license plate. If your helmet or gear was damaged, photograph it as well.
- Gather Witnesses’ Information: Collect names and contact details from everyone who witnessed your collision before they leave the scene.
- Do Not Speak with the Opposing Insurer: The insurance company may use your statements to challenge your claim; that’s why you should decline any request to give a recorded statement and let us handle the communication on your behalf.
- Contact Us: Immediately call us, and we will act immediately to preserve evidence, secure surveillance footage, and begin building your motorcycle accident case before the insurer can establish a narrative that shifts blame to you.
How Collier & Collier Builds Your Motorcycle Accident Case
Immediate Evidence Preservation
We act quickly to secure physical evidence before it is lost or overwritten, and document the entire scene to prove you were not at fault. After that, our motorcycle accident lawyer in Virginia consults with accident reconstruction or medical experts to determine the full scope of injuries
Countering the Contributory Negligence Defense
Our motorcycle accident attorneys in Virginia draw on the firm’s 50 years of experience to review prior cases and prepare a strong defense. We include witness statements from the scene and supporting data such as CCTV footage and medical reports to refute the opposing counsel’s arguments.
Work with Medical Experts to Document the Severity of Your Injuries
In some cases, injured individuals may experience delayed symptoms of the collision after some time due to internal bleeding. That’s why we always consult medical experts to document the full scope of your injuries and how they can affect you in the future.
Negotiate with a Trial-Ready Case to Ensure Maximum Compensation
Insurance companies try to offer you small amounts of compensation immediately so that the case won’t go to trial. But at Collier & Collier, we prepare every case for trial, so insurers are compelled to offer fair compensation. If they refuse, we will proceed with litigation to enforce your rights in court.
Proudly Serving Motorcycle Accident Victims Across Virginia
Motorcycle crashes often occur on the urban corridors of Northern Virginia, along the historic routes through Central Virginia, and in the Richmond metro area. No matter where your crash occurred, we can represent you throughout Virginia. We also offer consultations at your home or hospital when needed.
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