{"id":11837,"date":"2019-02-13T20:47:56","date_gmt":"2019-02-13T20:47:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usaccidentlaw.wpengine.com\/?p=11837"},"modified":"2025-09-19T16:52:35","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T16:52:35","slug":"what-to-do-if-you-or-a-loved-one-has-been-in-a-motorcycle-accident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/es\/the-fine-print\/what-to-do-if-you-or-a-loved-one-has-been-in-a-motorcycle-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Qu\u00e9 Hacer si Usted o un Ser Querido Ha Sufrido un Accidente de Motocicleta"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"dklaw-section dklaw-hero dklaw-hero__blog align wp-block-dklaw-hero-blog has-background has-primary-beige-background-color\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><div class=\"dklaw-breadcrumbs align wp-block-dklaw-breadcrumbs\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\">Home<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/es\/the-fine-print\/what-to-do-if-you-or-a-loved-one-has-been-in-a-motorcycle-accident\/\" class=\"current\">What to Do if You or a Loved One Has Been in a Motorcycle Accident<\/a><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t  \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\",\n\t  \"itemListElement\": [\n\t\t  {\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n\t\t\t\t\"position\": 1,\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Home\",\n\t\t\t\t\"item\" : \"https:\/\/dklaw.com\"\n\t\t\t},{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"ListItem\",\n\t\t\t\t\"position\": 2,\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"What to Do if You or a Loved One Has Been in a Motorcycle Accident\",\n\t\t\t\t\"item\" : \"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/es\/the-fine-print\/what-to-do-if-you-or-a-loved-one-has-been-in-a-motorcycle-accident\/\"\n\t\t\t}\n\t  ]\n\t}\n\t<\/script><\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do if You or a Loved One Has Been in a Motorcycle Accident<\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-hero__blog-meta align wp-block-dklaw-hero-blog-meta\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<div class=\"dklaw-taxonomies align wp-block-dklaw-taxonomies\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/es\/learning-hub\/?_practice_area=motorcycle-accidents\" rel=\"nofollow\">Motorcycle Accidents<\/a> <\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-primary-gray-color has-text-color\">Reading Time: 11 Minutes<\/p>\n\n<\/div><span>February 13, 2019<\/span><span>Michelle Lysengen<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/motorcycle-helmet-bike.jpg\" alt=\"Black motorcycle helmet on top of bike\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-section dklaw-toc alignfull wp-block-dklaw-toc\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__sidebar align wp-block-dklaw-toc-sidebar\"><div class=\"dklaw-toc__sidebar-menu\"><h4 class=\"dklaw-toc__sidebar-toggle\">Jump To<\/h4><ul><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<div class=\"dklaw-card align wp-block-dklaw-card has-background has-primary-black-background-color\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-white-color has-text-color\">Every 4 minutes.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-primary-white-color has-text-color\">On average, every 4 minutes someone picks up the phone and calls us for help. That kind of trust says everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-button-phone\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-primary-yellow-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:8002010265\">800-201-0265<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__blocks align wp-block-dklaw-toc-blocks\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p>Currently, the national rate for motorcycle accident deaths is 28 times higher than that of car accidents involving other vehicles. Since 1997, the rate of motorcycles involved in accidents that resulted in fatalities has doubled. Motorcycles, on average, weigh only 600 lbs, and even the most well-trained driver cannot figuratively compete with a car made of 4,000 pounds of steel.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For this reason, only 20% of car accidents involving two or more vehicles result in any injury or fatality, but 80% of motorcycle accidents do. But what do you do if you or a loved one has been involved in a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/practice-areas\/motorcycle-accidents\/\">motorcycle accident<\/a> in California?\u00a0In this blog, you will learn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li>Motorcycle accident statistics in California<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Common causes of motorcycle accidents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What to do after an accident<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whether you have a personal injury claim<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How much compensation you may be entitled to\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why you should work with an Orange County motorcycle accident lawyer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to find the\u00a0right attorney <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Common Are Motorcycle Accidents in Orange County, California?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\"><table class=\"has-primary-beige-background-color has-background has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>1997<\/th><th>2017<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Motorcycle fatalities accounted for 5.7% of all fatalities<\/td><td>Motorcycle fatalities took place 14% of the time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2,320 people die from motorcycle accidents<\/td><td>5,286 people died from motorcycle accidents<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In California,<a href=\"https:\/\/injuryfacts.nsc.org\/motor-vehicle\/road-users\/motorcycles\/data-details\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a0motorcycle accidents<\/a>\u00a0occur throughout the year, with a notable increase during the summer, particularly in July. This seasonal rise is attributed to increased ridership and good weather. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2017, motorcycle deaths in California comprised 15.1% of all motor vehicle accidents. Of those, 14,400 injuries were sustained even though motorcycles represent only 3% of the drivers on the roads in Southern California. California ranks 15th highest for fatal accidents involving motorcycles.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Causes of California Motorcycle Accidents?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>California has\u00a0legalized <a href=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/the-fine-print\/why-lane-splitting-is-so-controversial\/\">lane-splitting<\/a>, permitting motorcyclists to ride between lanes of traffic on freeways. This practice is intended to enhance traffic flow and reduce congestion, with potential secondary benefits such as decreased vehicle emissions due to less idling. However, reckless drivers often fail to check for motorcycles before they merge, capitalizing on lane splitting, especially into the carpool lane. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This law has caused a significant increase in motorcycle accidents on certain high-risk roads\u00a0and highways in Orange County. As larger cars cut into the carpool lane, typically to avoid stop-and-go traffic on the freeways, they will run motorcycles off the road, into other vehicles, or against the medians. Many motorcycle accidents in California are also caused by distracted driving, speeding, and drunk driving.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Things You Should Do After a Motorcycle Accident<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dklaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/call-911.jpg\" alt=\"Dialing 911\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To protect yourself both legally and financially, there are a few steps you should take after a motorcycle crash:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Call 911<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This should be the first thing you do after any accident. First, you will need a police report of the car accident. This is especially true if you sustain any injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries. A traffic collision report includes information regarding the vehicles involved, the damage, the type of accident, and any injuries. If your personal injury case goes to trial, the police officers who came to the scene can be subpoenaed and asked to provide witness testimony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Gather Evidence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You will want to gather any necessary information from the other driver(s) involved, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li>Home or business address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Name\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insurance information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pictures or videos of the accident scene, including any damages or injuries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Witness statements and their contact information\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Collecting this information at the time of the accident will prove incredibly important. It will be easier to prove damages if you have pictures on your phone with a time and date stamp at the time of the motorcycle collision. Failure to take pictures and gather evidence at the accident scene can damage your accident claim. If you provide pictures one month later, insurance companies could argue that you caused those damages in the month you had been driving the vehicle since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Contact Your Insurance Company<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are involved in an accident, you must contact your insurance provider to let them know. They will receive a copy of the police report, investigate the accident, and contact the other party\u2019s insurance company. This will help when you speak with an attorney about your injuries and property damage from your accident. At no point during your discussions with the police or the insurance company should you discuss fault.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Seek Medical Attention<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for seeking medical attention immediately after an accident involving other vehicles. This can be as simple as undergoing a checkup with your general practitioner. Just because you don\u2019t feel symptoms of an injury immediately after a motorcycle accident doesn\u2019t mean they aren\u2019t there. In many cases, the adrenaline that kicks in during an accident will mask severe pain for 24 to 48 hours. You must seek medical attention and follow any medical advice prescribed to you to treat any symptoms or injuries you have sustained. If you wait months to seek medical attention for a&nbsp;common motorcycle accident injury&nbsp;like whiplash and your injuries have compounded, you might not be entitled to compensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Speak with an Experienced California Motorcycle Accident Attorney<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You should speak to an attorney as soon as possible. You should start gathering evidence, reviewing the accident details, and establishing negligence as soon as possible to support your claim. California has a two-year period during which you can file charges for a motorcycle accident. You won\u2019t be entitled to compensation if you fail to submit your claim within that time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some time frames for gathering evidence needed to prove negligence are as short as 30 days, so getting started immediately is essential to getting the compensation you deserve. With an attorney, qualified legal experts can make sure nothing gets overlooked. You will be informed of any documents you must provide or any actions you need to take. You might encounter problems working with insurance companies that don\u2019t want to pay out. An attorney can do all of this on your behalf.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compensation in a Motorcycle Accident Claim<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or a loved one sustained severe injuries in a motorcycle accident due to the negligence of another driver, you can submit a claim and receive damages. An attorney can help you find the average payout for motorcycle accident cases like yours. Early in the case, it might be challenging to predict how much money you may lose because of missed work, the long-term impact of your injury, or the total cost of your medical bills. Motorcycle accident victims can receive punitive and compensatory damages. Both have monetary limits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compensatory Damages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Compensatory damages are intended to make the injured motorcycle accident victim \u201cwhole\u201d again by addressing their financial, emotional, and physical losses. These damages include, but are not limited to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li>Current or future loss of wages because of an injury sustained during the accident<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical bills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Predicted cost for future medical treatment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compensation for pain and suffering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compensation for mental and physical trauma<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loss of consortium<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loss of enjoyment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disfigurement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Future caretaking and medical expenses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The amount you can receive in compensatory damages varies based on the severity of your accident and the losses you suffer. Consulting an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer can provide a more accurate assessment of the compensation you are entitled to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Punitive Damages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Punitive damages are designed to punish the responsible party. However, if you were partially at fault for the accident or the catastrophic injuries, the total damages you can receive will be reduced. Punitive damages land in your favor if the other party is at fault. Limits for compensatory and punitive damages vary from one state to another. This is why only a qualified\u00a0personal injury attorney\u00a0can help you review the specifics of your case and establish relative fault and comparative negligence. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), over 4,000 motorcycle accident fatalities take place on average each year. 44% involved one motorcycle, and 56%<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Speaking With a Motorcycle Accident Attorney Is Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have been involved in a motorcycle crash in California, it is important to speak with a qualified motorcycle attorney. An attorney can help you navigate the complex legal environment and deal with insurance companies. Accident victims sometimes try to represent themselves and file a claim without a lawyer, but it can get messy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Attorneys also know when certain documents must be submitted to insurance companies or the courts to process your claim. They also know what information you need to substantiate your compensation claims. Having this knowledge ahead of time and an understanding of personal injury law can significantly expedite the process. There are a few reasons why you should contact an Orange County motorcycle accident lawyer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Personal Injury Claims Are Time Sensitive<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Using a motorcycle accident attorney makes submitting a claim much easier. When you set about to receive compensation, you begin by submitting a demand letter to the insurance companies of those involved in the accident. This states the injuries you have sustained and how much compensation is required to remedy them. There are many deadlines and rules regarding this process, and large insurance companies will fight tooth and nail to avoid paying out the money you deserve. When dealing with individuals who do not have legal representation, they often stall and wait out the process until your time is up. With an attorney by your side, they will have to fight your legal representative, not you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Get the Compensation You Deserve Quickly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An experienced motorcycle injury attorney will help you determine if you are entitled to compensation. You don\u2019t have to worry about gathering documentation or evidence for your physical, emotional, and mental damages when working with an attorney. A motorcycle injury lawyer will negotiate a fair settlement on your behalf and can help you file a lawsuit if necessary, which can happen if a settlement cannot be reached.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Save Time and Hassle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Following an accident, individuals often face physical pain, severe injuries, vehicle damage, and medical expenses. With an Orange County motorcycle accident lawyer, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li>Determine how much compensation you are entitled to<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let someone else negotiate with large insurance companies on your behalf<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get answers to any questions you have as they arise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have peace of mind during a stressful and overwhelming time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Be aware that a statute of limitations applies, meaning the countdown to file a claim begins immediately after the accident. You need to act quickly and get a qualified California motorcycle accident attorney on your side. Working with a motorcycle accident lawyer will help you save time. You also save the hassle of going to court by settling out of court. This helps you get compensation for your motorcycle accident injuries faster and with less inconvenience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Don\u2019t Pay Unless You Win Your Case<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best parts about working with a personal injury attorney near you is that you do not have to pay unless you win your motorcycle accident case. Accident attorneys will take on your case and only receive part of your settlement as compensation once your case is settled. If you do not win your case, you do not pay. This makes working with an attorney a no-brainer for most people involved in a motorcycle accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Free Case Evaluation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people are uncertain whether they truly need an attorney or even if they have a case. Speaking with an attorney under no obligation and hearing all the facts can be very enlightening and informative. A free consultation can help you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-arrow-list\">\n<li>Learn more about what financial compensation you are entitled to<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Figure out the next steps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect you with an experienced attorney\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get the fair compensation you deserve free of charge (until you win)\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-toc__block align wp-block-dklaw-toc-block\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find the Best Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Orange County<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>DK Law brings decades of experience fighting for clients injured in motor vehicle accidents. Our team has the skills and expertise to get you maximum compensation. If you were injured in an auto accident, contact one of our top-rated motorcycle accident attorneys immediately. Our team of motorcycle accident attorneys in Southern California can help you start your legal proceedings on the right foot with a <a href=\"\/contact\">free case evaluation<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dklaw-author align wp-block-dklaw-author has-text-color has-primary-black-color has-background has-tertiary-blue-background-color\"><div class=\"dklaw-author__block\"><div class=\"dklaw-author__image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/dklaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/michelle.jpeg);\"><\/div><div><p class=\"dklaw-author__block-about\">About the Author<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-heading-serif\">Michelle Lysengen<\/h4><h6><\/h6><p>Michelle is a content specialist at DK Law and creates content that highlights company events and breaks down complex legal topics into digestible, engaging content. 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