Motorcycle Accidents FAQ

After a motorcycle accident in Texas, your first priority should be getting to safety and calling 911. If you are able, photograph the accident scene, your motorcycle, the other vehicle, and any visible injuries. Collect contact and insurance information from the other driver and any witnesses. Seek medical treatment immediately, as motorcycle accident injuries can be more severe than they initially appear. Do not admit fault or give detailed statements to the other driver's insurance company. Contact a personal injury attorney experienced with motorcycle cases before signing anything or accepting any offers. Our firm is here to help you protect your rights from the start.

Yes, you can still recover damages in Texas even if you were not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident. Texas law only requires helmets for riders under 21 or those who have not completed a safety course or do not carry adequate insurance. Even if you are over 21 and were not wearing a helmet, the other driver's negligence is still the primary cause of the accident. The insurance company may argue that not wearing a helmet contributed to the severity of your injuries, but this does not eliminate your right to compensation. An experienced attorney can counter these arguments and fight for your full recovery.

Motorcycle accidents often result in severe injuries because riders lack the protective enclosure that cars provide. Common injuries include road rash and severe skin abrasions, broken bones and fractures, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries and paralysis, internal bleeding, and lower extremity injuries such as crushed legs and feet. Many motorcycle accident victims face lengthy recovery periods, multiple surgeries, and permanent scarring or disability. These devastating injuries can change your life forever, which is why it is so important to pursue full compensation. Our attorneys understand the true cost of these injuries and will fight for every dollar you deserve.

Insurance companies frequently dispute motorcycle accident claims because of persistent bias against motorcyclists. Adjusters may argue that the rider was being reckless, speeding, or weaving through traffic, even when the evidence does not support these claims. There is an unfair stereotype that motorcycle riders are inherently risk takers, and insurance companies exploit this bias to deny or reduce claims. They may also dispute the severity of injuries or argue that preexisting conditions contributed to the harm. An attorney experienced in motorcycle accident cases knows how to overcome these biases and present the evidence in a way that holds the at fault driver accountable.

Lane splitting is the practice of riding a motorcycle between two lanes of traffic moving in the same direction. As of now, lane splitting is not explicitly legal in Texas, and riders who engage in this practice may face traffic citations. If you are involved in an accident while lane splitting, the insurance company will likely argue that you were at fault or contributed to the crash. However, even in these situations, the other driver may still bear significant responsibility, especially if they made an unsafe lane change or failed to check their mirrors. Our attorneys can analyze the specifics of your accident and fight to protect your right to compensation regardless of the circumstances.