Covington's trusted motorcycle and scooter accident attorney

At our firm, you only pay us if we collect money for you. Our initial consultation is FREE. We handle ALL personal injury cases on a “contingency” basis. This means that at the end of your case, we charge a percentage of the total amount we ultimately receive for your personal injury claim. Any expenses we incur (for instance, police reports, medical records, etc.) are charged, dollar for dollar at the end of the case, ONLY if we obtain money for you.

Handling any personal injury case without the help of an experienced motorcycle injury attorney can get out of hand and become complicated very quickly.  

Do you have health insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or VA Benefits that paid for your injuries?  If so, how much will they expect in reimbursement?  What are your total damages, including future medical treatment, lost wages, and pain and suffering?  Is the insurance company being fair with respect to the damages to your motorcycle?  

At our firm, we take care of every aspect of your case, allowing you to focus on getting better.  We make sure that the insurance company treats our clients fairly under the law and that all other issues are handled properly.

At our firm, you only pay us if we collect money for you.  Our initial consultation is FREE.  

We handle ALL personal injury cases on a “contingency” basis.  This means that at the end of your case, we charge a percentage of the total amount we ultimately receive for your personal injury claim.  Any expenses we incur (for instance, police reports, medical records, etc.) are charged, dollar for dollar at the end of the case, ONLY if we obtain money for you.

The law regarding the types of damages that can be claimed following a motorcycle accident are the same as those regarding car accidents.  Following a motorcycle accident, the injured person has property damage claims and personal injury claims.  

Property damage claims include damage to the motorcycle and even damage to clothes or other possessions.  It also includes rental coverage during the time the motorcycle is being repaired.  

Personal injury claims include things like the person’s medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, future disability, mental anguish, and lost enjoyment of life.  

We take pride in making sure our clients understand their rights after being involved in an motorcycle accident.  

Motorcyclists are often unfairly blamed when a wreck happens.  Common things drivers say when they are involved in a car versus motorcycle accident include: “he came out of nowhere,” “he was in my blind spot,” “he was weaving through traffic,” or “he was going too fast.”  Due to this unfair prejudice, motorcyclists sometimes find themselves having to prove that an accident wasn’t their fault.

Being very clear about how a wreck occurred, the positions of the vehicles, and the precise sequence of events can help the driver of a motorcycle prove that he or she was not at fault.  The insurance company will try to match up statements with the evidence to determine who is liable for the accident.  

Gathering evidence immediately following the accident is also very important.  Taking pictures and videos of the accident scene and gathering information from potential witnesses can be very helpful in proving that you were not at fault for the wreck.

Motorcycle accidents often result in severe injuries.  It is important that our clients receive the necessary medical treatment for their injuries and we take pride in assisting them through the recovery process, every step of the way.  

Unfortunately, after a motorcycle accident, the at-fault insurance company is not legally required to “pay as you go” to the doctor.  Instead, they want to settle your entire claim in one lump sum.  Sometimes, the insurance adjuster will offer a small amount, knowing that a person cannot afford the medical treatment they really need.  

We understand that not everyone has health insurance to cover necessary doctor visits.  In such cases, we assist our clients in finding doctors who are dedicated to their recovery and who work with us to make sure our clients receive the treatment they need, even if they don’t have insurance.    

Motorcyclists often have an uphill battle convincing insurance companies that the other driver was at fault for causing a motorcycle versus car accident.  The at-fault driver often says that the motorcycle “came out of nowhere” and sometimes, police reports do not clearly or accurately show what happened.  

If your motorcycle insurance claim is denied, that is not the end of the road.  We have successfully represented people whose claims were initially denied.  Once we are hired, we will investigate the case fully and make sure that the insurance company has all the facts and is comparing apples to apples.  

If the insurance company continues to deny your claim, you must make a decision whether to file a lawsuit in order to pursue your claim.  In Louisiana, victims of a motorcycle accident have one year within which to file a lawsuit.  If they don’t, their claims vanish as if the accident never occurred and they cannot seek compensation.  

As with any personal injury claim, the amount an injured person may expect to receive following a motorcycle accident depends on many factors.  

First, a determination must be made as to liability.  In Louisiana, we have comparative liability law, meaning that even if a person is only partially liable for causing an accident, they are responsible for paying part of the damages.  For example, if a person is found 25% liable for causing an accident and the total damages are $100,000, that person is responsible for $25,000 of the damages.  

Second, the extent of the victim’s injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages must be calculated to determine the value of the claim.  This is sometimes a complicated process, especially when a person’s injuries and damages may continue into the future.  

Every case is different and we treat all of our clients as individuals.  Once a case is ready for resolution, we work hard to analyze its monetary value and communicate with our clients every step of the way.

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Being a police officer is a hard job and it doesn’t get easier when it comes to writing accident reports.  The police officer comes onto the scene of the accident after it has happened, after vehicles have been moved, and sometimes, even after one or more of the parties has been transported to the hospital.  A police officer is oftentimes tasked with writing a report without the benefit of having key facts.  

If a police report contains a minor error following a motorcycle accident, you should get in touch with the police department and ask if they can have the officer contact you to discuss the report.  If there is a minor error, the officer will most likely work with you to correct the problem.  

If you disagree with the officer’s assessment of fault following a motorcycle wreck, the officer will be less likely to amend their report, unless you present important evidence (such as video of the accident), which they didn’t have before.  

While a police report cannot be used as evidence in a civil trial, the insurance company will definitely rely on it to make their decisions.