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Upstate New York Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

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Motorcycle enthusiasts can name plenty of reasons for their love of two-wheels. Everyone has their own story about why they ride – camaraderie with other riders, fuel efficiency, the adventure and sense of freedom, and the easy ability to move through traffic, to name a few. In fact, motorcycle riding is more popular in New York than ever. We currently have over 750,000 licensed motorcyclists on the road.

For many people, motorcycling is a fun sport as well as an energy-efficient means of transportation. There are plenty of things you can do to protect yourself. However, motorcycling can be dangerous. It requires skill, concentration, and reasonable precautions.

According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcyclists are 34 times more likely to die in accidents than passengers in a motor vehicle.

One of the biggest risks to motorcyclists is other drivers who do not safely share road space. When a motorist makes a careless decision near a motorcycle, the driver could cause a serious accident or even a fatal accident.

When you’ve been injured, the physical, emotional, and financial toll can be devastating. The pain and trauma can be immense. The motorcycle accident lawyers at Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC will help you understand your rights and legal options. We will ensure the negligent driver involved in your accident is held accountable and lives up to his or her responsibility for your personal injuries and losses.

At Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC, our Albany NY lawyers are committed to fighting for the compensation you deserve – past, present, and future. If you or someone you love have been injured in a motorcycle accident, let our personal injury lawyers help you.

Give us a call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

Can You Sue for a Motorcycle Accident in New York?

MCLC’s Essential Legal Guide to
Motorcycle Insurance in New York

Yes, and you should use an experienced motorcycle accident attorney to help you. Victims of motorcycle accidents are dealing with:

Whether we are negotiating a modest settlement or litigating a catastrophic case, all motorcycle accident cases are important to us – big or small.  

When Should I Hire a Motorcycle Accident Attorney?

As soon as you can after the accident.

Insurance companies will predictably contact you soon after the accident. Expect a call from an agent or claims adjuster. They will ask you to provide a recorded statement. Do not do this until you have legal representation.

You may also be offered a quick lump-sum settlement. That money is not likely the fair value of your injuries. You want an attorney to help you recover for all your damages – past, present, and future pain and suffering, medical bills, and lost wages.

If you need help, just give us a call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

What Are the Major Causes of Motorcycle Accidents?

Negligent and inattentive drivers cause most motorcycle crashes, causing serious injury or death to other drivers. Many factors contribute to motorcycle accidents, but most crashes are caused by:

Why Choose MCLC as Your Motorcycle Accident Lawyers?

If a driver hurts a motorcyclist or a motorcycle passenger because of careless actions, that driver should be held accountable.

With decades of combined experience, our team of litigators have gained a preeminent reputation for excellence in general auto and motor vehicle litigation. We recognize that motorcycle lawsuits involve far more than personal injuries – emotional trauma, your reputation, and your livelihood can be affected and sleepless nights can result. 

Our clients trust our talented team of attorneys to protect you through the complex, and often emotional process that accompanies motorcycle accident claims. We work closely with you from the beginning to aggressively represent your interests throughout settlement negotiations, discovery and depositions, motion and appellate practice, and trial, if necessary.

Any lawyer can claim to have the qualities you need for your motorcycle accident claim, but a truly qualified attorney will have:

All these things create a verifiable track record indicating your motorcycle accident attorney is worthy of your trust.

Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC is a firm of attorneys experienced in the complexity of motorcycle accidents. These cases are different than conventional auto accidents and we know the intricacies. We have decades of combined experienced handling personal injury and motorcycle claims. We are litigators – that’s what we do.

Our peers and professional community have awarded us year after year for our skill and capabilities and our clients consistently provide us with positive feedback.

We are frequent and effective communicators. You will hear from us often. You will know the status of your accident claim throughout settlement negotiations and the litigation process. We are your advocate, by your side every step of the way.

Last, when choosing an attorney, remember that all your questions are valid, and we will answer them for you. We will provide you with every bit of information you need to make an informed decision.

Let us help you and your family. Just give us a call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

New York Motorcycle Fatality Attorneys

Motorcycles offer you adventure and sense of freedom, but they also provide less protection to riders and their passengers than motor vehicles. For that reason, motorcycle accidents often result in catastrophic injuries: traumatic brain injury, neck and back injury, amputation, and wrongful death.

Why are motorcyclists more prone to severe injury and death in collisions?

  1. Motorcyclists are exposed to direct impact – there is no benefit of a metal frame, there is no airbag, there is nothing between you and impact.  
  2. Motorcycles can be more unstable than a vehicle because they ride on two wheels, not four.
  3. Motorcycles are much lighter (sometimes by thousands of pounds) than a vehicle, so impact can cause catastrophic injury.
  4. Motorcycles are small and difficult to see, so motorists fail to yield, open their vehicle door directly into the path of the motorcycle, among other things.
  5. Poor road conditions, such as potholes, are particularly hazardous to a motorcycle.

Many people stereotype motorcyclists as nuisances who are reckless and irresponsible drivers and deserve their injuries. Not on our watch. We do not believe in any such nonsense. We are here to fight for you and fight against this common misconception.

If your loved died as the result of a motorcycle accident, let us help you and your family. Our attorneys have decades of combined experience with wrongful death claims, and we have a preeminent reputation for excellence in litigation.

We will be your advocate from the beginning. Call (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

Where Do We Represent Motorcycle Accident Victims?

Our Albany NY personal injury lawyers represent motorcycle accident victims in every city, county, state and federal court in every county across New York State, including:

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If you or a loved one have suffered personal injuries in a motorcycle accident, you need a lawyer. Don’t wait any longer. Call the personal injury attorneys of Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC for a free, confidential consultation, and let us help you get the full and just compensation you deserve.

To discuss your case, call at (518) 855-3535 or use our Contact page to send us a secure message.

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