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Motorcyclists deserve space and respect on the roads and you deserve to have your case heard if you’re involved in a motorcycle crash.
Too many people assume motorcycle crashes are inevitable because riding a motorcycle is considered a risky activity. But many aren’t the motorcyclist’s fault. Whatever the cause, motorcycle claims need to be promptly investigated.
Brien Roche has extensive experience trying motorcycle injury cases in Fairfax, Virginia, and D.C. He was a motorcyclist himself, understands the risks, and knows that some drivers don’t keep a good lookout for motorcycles.
Motorcycle ridership in this country is increasing and sadly this means the number of injuries and fatal accidents is increasing, too. Crashes can be caused by many things, including issues with the bike itself.
With most types of motorcycle defect claims, a riding expert will be needed to explain how a certain type of defect caused the rider to lose control.
Causes of motorcycle injuries may include:
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Brien Roche has handled injuries for many others in trials. See why we’re the right choice for your injury case in Northern Virginia.
If your injuries from the motorcycle accident are serious and/or it seems there may be long-term damage, you should consider hiring counsel.
An attorney can help you if the case is complex or disputed. In these circumstances, you should hire a lawyer early to protect you and your interests.
In any type of complex suit, you need counsel. There are tough issues that may arise in these cases.
On the other hand, if your case involves only minor injury to yourself and minimal property damage, you may not need a lawyer.
In most motorcycle accident cases, a personal injury lawyer represents you, the plaintiff, for a contingency fee. A contingency fee is a legal fee that is dependent on the outcome of the case. In most instances, the fee is one-third of the gross recovery in damages. So if the gross recovery is $100,000, then the attorney's fees is one-third of that. If there's no recovery in the case, then there are no attorney's fees due. This system of contingent fees allows people who could not otherwise afford counsel to hire a lawyer. If people couldn't afford a lawyer, many valid claims wouldn't be pursued. Note: The attorney may be required under the rules of the State Bar to hold the plaintiff responsible for costs. Most State Bars require that the personal injury lawyer tells the plaintiffs they may be responsible for the cost of litigation. Those costs include the cost of filing a suit and the cost of experts. There may be other costs, too.
