Car Accident Attorney

Milwaukee, Wisconsin Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Car Accidents and Motorcycle

Due to their small size and agile nature, motorcycles are much more easily able to engage in intricate maneuvers to get through traffic or avoid a motorcycle accident. However, this small size can also be a disadvantage, making motorcycles less visible to other vehicles on the road and increasing the likelihood of a collision with a car. Often, determining fault in a car accident involving a motorcycle can be complicated and requires a detailed analysis of the circumstances surrounding the accident.

Whether you drive a car or a motorcycle, it is important to consult an experienced car accident attorney if you have been involved in a car-motorcycle accident. The lawyers at The Cochran Firm Wisconsin can help make sure your rights are protected so that you receive the compensation you deserve.

A Deadly Combination

When a car collides with a motorcycle, the consequences are often deadly. The lack of protection afforded by motorcycles places drivers at a high risk of serious injury in the event of an accident. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycles have a fatality rate that is 20 times higher than passenger vehicles per 100 million miles traveled. Additionally, while the fatality and injury rates for cars and trucks have been steadily declining in recent years, these rates are on the rise for motorcycles.

Approximately 85% of fatal motorcycle accidents involve a collision with a car, and most often the motorcycle driver suffers the worst injuries. In 98% of fatal car accidents involving a motorcycle, the motorcycle driver is the one who dies.

Complex Variables

There are many causes of car-motorcycle accidents. Sometimes the accident is caused by the car, and sometimes it is caused by the motorcycle. Often, a thorough investigation will be necessary to determine the true cause of your accident.

The following negligent actions by car drivers often result in car-motorcycle accidents:

• Lack of attention paid to rear and side view mirrors
• Failure to check blind spots
• Aggressive driving
• Distracted driving

Actions committed by motorcycle drivers that contribute to these accidents include:

• Aggressive driving
• Maneuvering between lanes or other places where vehicles are not expected to drive
• Failure to make the motorcycle visible to others on the road
• Failure to wear a helmet or other safety gear

Cochran Firm Wisconsin Can Help

The Cochran Firm Wisconsin has been helping injured car and motorcycle accident victims receive compensation for their damages for more than 30 years. We are a large national law firm with the resources to battle the insurance company so that you receive a fair settlement covering your injuries, property damage, and lost wages. We will fight aggressively to protect your rights, providing you with the highly personalized legal representation you deserve every step of the way.

Please contact our experienced Milwaukee car accident attorneys today to schedule your free initial consultation. The Cochran Firm Wisconsin serves clients in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.