Motorcycle Accident Attorney in SC

If you've been injured in a motorcycle crash, you need an attorney who understands how these accidents are different — and why the stakes are higher.

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you need a personal injury attorney who understands how motorcycle crashes differ from other vehicle accidents. Though the laws governing motorcycles, cars, and trucks are the same, bikers typically suffer far worse outcomes in traffic collisions.

Morton & Gettys Personal Injury Group has a firm grasp of the differences between motorcycle accidents and automobile crashes — and they know how to build a legal case that gives a motorcyclist the best possible chance of getting what is needed to make a physical and financial recovery.

That knowledge comes from legal and practical experience. As a motorcycle rider himself, attorney Joe’Terrious Neal is well aware of the added hazards bikers face on the road.

Why motorcycle accident injuries are often more severe

Motorcycle riders do not have the protection of a steel frame, airbags, or seatbelts that drivers of trucks or cars do. That means that the rider often absorbs the full impact of a collision. As a result, motorcycle accidents far more often involve catastrophic injuries — traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and complex fractures.

These injuries can mean higher medical bills, longer recoveries, and a greater likelihood of permanent disability, all of which must be fully accounted for in a personal injury lawsuit.

Overcoming the bias against motorcycle riders

Motorcyclists also often face an unfair stereotype: that they’re reckless thrill-seekers. Insurance adjusters, and sometimes juries, may assume the rider caused the crash before looking at the evidence. As a polished professional who also rides a motorcycle, Joe can build a compelling case that helps overcome that assumption. His personal and legal experience help him craft a case that tells the true story.

Understanding the unique causes of motorcycle crashes in South Carolina

Joe also is aware of some of the unique causes of motorcycle crashes, from automobile drivers failing to see riders to road hazards. A car or truck might shrug off potholes or uneven pavement, but those seemingly small obstacles are much more dangerous for motorcycle riders. This is another reason why it is important to have a personal injury lawyer who understands how motorcycles behave on the road.

We’re ready to fight for injured riders

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle crash, contact Morton & Gettys Personal Injury Group, where we understand your case and are ready to fight for you.