Motorcycle Accidents

Philadelphia, Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Motorcycle accidents provide a much higher potential for serious personal injury than accidents involving passenger vehicles. Motorcycles are not designed to absorb impact, and provide absolutely no protection for their riders, allowing even the smallest accident to cause serious injuries.

Despite this increased risk, the sense of freedom offered by motorcycles makes them a popular choice for thousands of Pennsylvanians, many of whom will never experience an accident. When accidents do occur however, the experienced motorcycle accident attorneys at Atlee Hall, LLP, are prepared to help you recover from your injuries and get back in the seat.

Motorcycle Accident Causes and Damages

Motorcycles may be involved in accidents due to vehicle malfunction, or errors on the part of the rider, but by far the most common cause is negligence on the part of another driver. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over two thirds of motorcycle accidents are caused by drivers of other vehicles that do not see bikers. Erratic lane changes, common distractions, and failure to provide sufficient space can all lead to a collision, and all too often, these collisions are deadly to the biker.

Because there is no helmet law in the state of Pennsylvania, motorcyclists are over 27 times more likely to die in an accident than drivers of other types of vehicles. In addition to wrongful death, injuries may include:

• Paralysis
• Spinal injuries
• Brain injuries
• Internal lacerations
• Burn injuries

The location of, and speed at the time of the impact will determine the seriousness of the injuries sustained, but when your body makes direct contact with asphalt serious injury is almost guaranteed.

The motorcycle accident lawyers at Atlee Hall, LLP have over 30 years assisting motorcycle accident victims and their families receive compensation for injuries caused by the negligence of others. We understand the call of the open road, and the freedom offered by motorcycles, and are devoted to helping you get back on your bike.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident anywhere in Pennsylvania, please contact the experienced motorcycle accident lawyers at Atlee Hall, LLP  to find out how we can help get you the compensation you deserve. We have offices in Lancaster and Philadelphia.