Motorcycle Accidents

Denver’s Leading Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Motorcycle accidents have a higher injury and fatality rate than any other type of motor vehicle accident. The Governors Highway Safety Association reported over a hundred deaths due to motorcycle crashes in Colorado in 2019 and 2020. Therefore, you need to contact an experienced Denver, CO motorcycle accident lawyer if you’ve been seriously hurt from a crash caused by someone else’s negligence.

At the Law Office of Jarrett Benson, we understand that the aftermath of a motorcycle accident can be catastrophic, both physically and financially. So, we make it our mission to get you maximum compensation for your medical bills and losses. We’ve achieved record-breaking settlements and verdicts for our Denver clients.

Why Choose Us as Your Motorcycle Accident Attorneys?

Over a decade of experience litigating thousands of accident cases in Colorado
Hands-on case management
Proven track record
Expert resources and negotiation strategies
Millions of dollars in compensation recovered

Under Colorado law, you have the right to pursue an injury claim or lawsuit against such a driver seeking full and fair monetary compensation for your damages. You will have three years from the date of the accident to file your claim. As your Denver personal injury lawyer, I will aggressively represent you at the settlement table with the insurance carrier or in court before a judge and jury.

Common Causes of Motorcycle Injuries in Denver

Left-turn accidents
Inexperienced drivers
DUI
Speeding
Dangerous road hazards and conditions
Distraction
Reckless driving

Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Road rash
Broken bones
Severe burns
Loss of limbs
Concussion
Spinal injury
Death

Who Is At Risk for Motorcycle Accidents?

While anyone who rides a motorcycle is at risk of getting into an accident, people at greater risk are those who:

Don’t wear a helmet
Overspeed
Don’t have a valid Colorado driver’s license
Ride under the influence

Motorcycle Laws in Colorado

All motorcycle riders in Denver, Colorado, must abide by relevant laws and regulations set by the State’s Department of Transportation to ride their motorcycles and ensure road safety legally. Apart from obeying standard traffic laws, here are some common laws locals should know about:

Riders under 18 must wear a helmet approved by the DOT.
All riders must wear some form of eye protection.
Motorcycles cannot share a lane with a vehicle.
Riders can’t attach their motorcycles to other vehicles.
Colorado requires riders to purchase insurance with a minimum of $25,000 per person for bodily injury coverage, $50,000 per accident for injury coverage, and $15,000 for property damage.

Motorcycle Accident Claims and Recovery

Motorcycle accident claims are different from car accident claims due to additional prejudices and liability issues that come from the biased actions of reckless riders. Hence, most juries can reduce or reject settlement claims. Hiring an experienced Denver motorcycle accident attorney to represent you can help you reach a fair settlement. They can calculate your damages and argue for full compensation by removing the bias and winning over the jurors.

With their help, you can recover compensation for various expenses, such as:

Past and future medical bills, including doctor’s visits and therapy
Lost wages due to inability to work
Property damage, including repairs or replacement
Pain and suffering
Permanent disability or scarring

Personal Injury Case Timeline

March 30

Investigation
We investigate the facts of the accident, the location, obtain photos and police reports, and take witness statements.
March 29

ANALYZE INSURANCE
We immediately analyze your relevant property and health insurance policies to see what coverage applies to your case.
March 27

CONTACT INSURANCE
We contact your insurance company and the other’s party’s insurance company. We do this right away.
March 26

RESOLVE DAMAGES
We help you resolve any property damages and/or medical treatment. This may take weeks to months.
March 25

SUMMARY OF DAMAGES
We collect all medical bills and reports, and records of wages lost, and we evaluate the damages.
March 24

FULL EVALUATION
A full evaluation of your case is performed with you, usually after you’ve finished any needed medical care.
March 23

BILLING INSURANCE
We send medical records and/or other damages and proof to the insurance companies.
March 22

NEGOTIATION
We attempt to negotiate an out-of-court settlement. This can take several months.
March 21

DEPOSITIONS
We prepare written questions for the other side to answer, and we take depositions from the defendant and witnesses.
March 19

DISCOVERY
Both sides investigate the facts of the case and examine all of the evidence in what is called the discovery process.
March 18

EVIDENCE
After providing the evidence of your claim and answering any written questions, we prepare you for your deposition, which we attend with you.
March 17

TRIAL/ARBITRATION
We prepare for and take the case to trial or arbitration once the date is set by the court.
March 16

SETTLEMENT
We confirm your medical bills and liens are paid/resolved, and we distribute settlement funds to you.
March 15

SETTLEMENT TIMING
Settlements can happen at any time during your case once you finish your medical care.

Initial Case Review

Pre-Suit

Litigation & Trial

Settlement

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If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, our team of highly-trained Denver, CO car accident attorneys can help you seek maximum compensation. This compensation can help you pay for medical bills, property damage repairs, and recover from income loss, mental trauma, etc. We’re just a phone call away. So, feel free to reach us at (720) 730-3345 or use the contact form for a free consultation.

The clock may already be ticking. Don’t wait any longer. Contact us today to secure your rights and future.