Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Austin, TX
Protecting Texas Motorcycle Riders Injured by Careless Drivers.
Motorcyclists face unique risks on Texas roads.
And when accidents happen, the injuries can be devastating.
At ME Law, we understand the challenges motorcycle crash victims face, and we’re here to fight for your recovery with experience, tenacity, and compassion.
If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident in Austin, TX, contact us online or at (512) 503-0707 to schedule a free case evaluation with our personal injury law firm.
What To Do After a Motorcycle Accident in Austin
Being involved in a motorcycle accident can leave you shaken, confused, and uncertain about your next steps. To protect your legal rights and improve your chances of receiving the compensation you deserve, it’s important to act quickly and thoughtfully.
Here’s what to do following a motorcycle crash:
- Move to a safe location if you can and immediately call 911 to report the accident.
- Check for injuries—both your own and others’—and seek prompt medical care, even if you believe you’re uninjured. Some symptoms may appear later.
- Once it’s safe to do so, thoroughly document the accident scene. Take photographs of vehicle damage, visible injuries, and surrounding conditions such as road debris or skid marks.
- Collect names, phone numbers, and insurance information from all drivers involved in the accident.
- Speak to any witnesses at the scene and ask for their contact details in case their statements are needed later.
- Avoid making any statements that could be interpreted as accepting responsibility. Do not apologize or admit fault.
- Notify your insurance provider about the incident without delay.
- Maintain a comprehensive record of all crash-related information, including medical diagnoses, expenses, treatment notes, and official reports.
- Reach out to an experienced motorcycle accident attorney in Austin as soon as possible to guide you through the legal process.
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Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle wrecks often occur because drivers fail to notice or respect riders on the road. Many of the common causes of car accidents—distracted or reckless driving, drunk driving, road rage, etc.—are also at play in motorcycle accidents.
However, there are some unique risks for bikers, which include:
- Lane splitting and unsafe passage
- Cars making unsafe left-hand turns
- Cars refusing to allow a motorcyclist to change lanes
- Cars failing to check blind spots before merging
- Poor motorcycle or vehicle maintenance
- Poor road conditions, such as road hazards and pavement defects
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Common Motorcycle Wreck Injuries
Motorcyclists don’t have the protection of a vehicle frame, seatbelts, or airbags, so injuries are often severe or life-altering. Wearing a helmet can help limit the likelihood of traumatic brain injury or death, but you could still suffer catastrophic injuries.
Our motorcycle accident lawyer in Austin will fight for compensation that reflects the full scope of your losses. Contact us today if you or a loved one was in a motorcycle wreck and suffered:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Road rash and deep lacerations
- Fractures and broken bones
- Amputations
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Internal organ damage
- Disigurement or permanent scarring
- Burn injuries
- Death
Motorcycle Accident Liability
Texas follows a comparative negligence rule, which means that even if you were partially at fault, you may still recover damages. Motorcycle riders are often unfairly blamed. At ME Law, we push back on bias, investigate thoroughly, and build a case rooted in facts—not assumptions.
To success in your case, we must prove:
- Duty of Care: The other driver had a legal duty to operate their vehicle safely and follow traffic laws.
- Breach of Duty: The other driver failed to meet their duty of care—through reckless driving, distracted driving, etc.
- Causation: Their actions directly caused the accident and your injuries.
- Damages: You suffered financial and physical harm as a result (medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, etc.)
Types of Compensation for a Texas Motorcycle Accident
In a successful personal injury claim, you may be entitled to both economic and non-economic damages.
Economic or special damages compensate you for financial losses incurred due to the motorcycle accident. These may include:
- Medical costs, including rehab and long-term care
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning capacity
- Property damage
Non-economic or general damages cover non-monetary, personal losses experienced by the victims and their families. They include:
- Emotional distress
- Pain and suffering
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Lowered quality of life
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium
In rare instances, punitive damages may be awarded to punish the defendant when there’s evidence of gross negligence.
Our Texas motorcycle accident attorney can assess the damages you may be entitled to following your collision. We will fight hard for you to receive a fair motorcycle accident settlement that covers all your losses—both financial and personal.
Contact Our Austin Motorcycle Accident Attorney Today
After a motorcycle crash, insurance companies act fast to protect their bottom line—often at your expense. At ME Law, our Austin personal injury lawyer takes on negligent drivers and insurers to help you get the answers and compensation you deserve.
While you focus on healing, we’ll handle everything else: investigating the accident, determining fault, building a strong case with trusted experts, and negotiating for a fair settlement. Your case matters, and you don’t pay us unless we win.
Contact us today for a free, confidential case review by calling (512) 503-0707 or by filling out the contact form below.
What Our Clients Say
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He was super timely with communications and most importantly helped resolve the issue without needing to escalate it to court.
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