Nashville Motorcycle Accident FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do immediately after a motorcycle accident?

Following a serious Nashville motorcycle accident, it is important that you exchange contact and insurance information with the other party or parties involved in the accident. It is also vital that you seek medical attention as soon as possible, even if you feel you are not seriously injured. You may have sustained back or neck injuries that may not present themselves until a later date. If possible take photos of the scene (even pictures taken with your phone can be helpful, if you do not have a camera with you) and get the information of any witnesses present.

At what point should I contact an attorney?

It is crucial that you contact an attorney as soon as possible after the accident. Usually a good point to call a Nashville motorcycle accident attorney is after you seek medical care, particularly if you have suffered serious injury. It is especially helpful to consult an attorney before talking to law enforcement or the other party’s insurance company about the cause of the accident. Saying or doing the wrong thing may result in the blame of the accident being laid on your shoulders.

How do I know what my claim is worth?

The potential worth of your motorcycle accident claim will vary greatly depending upon the extent of your injuries, property damage, the circumstances of the accident itself, and more. A motorcycle accident lawyer can carefully review all aspects of your case in order to determine its worth and can then seek the financial compensation you deserve from all available resources.

Won’t the insurance company just pay my claim?

Unfortunately, you cannot simply rely upon the insurance company (whether yours or the other party’s) to pay the full value of your claim, no questions asked. Particularly when it is not your insurance company who is paying the claim, you may find that they will offer you a settlement that is far below the true value of your claim. They may even try to deny payment by proving that you were at fault in the accident. You need a lawyer to represent your interests and show the insurance company you mean business. This can maximize your monetary recovery.

If you have more questions and would like to learn more about your case, contact a Nashville motorcycle accident lawyer at our firm today!