Baton Rouge Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit Representation
Although motorcycles have many exciting benefits, it is important to recognize that they leave riders more vulnerable to catastrophic injuries when involved in an accident than other motorists. Everyone on the road needs to show motorcyclists respect and drive safely around them, but many motorists don’t. Each year, negligent motorists cause more than a thousand motorcycle accidents in Louisiana, resulting in hundreds of serious injuries and dozens of deaths.
If you have been in a serious motorcycle accident in Louisiana or lost a loved one in a motorcycle wreck that someone else caused, you deserve experienced legal counsel who will fight to recover the compensation you need. Our team at Chris Corzo Injury Attorneys is driven by our strong Christian values and an unwavering dedication to our clients. We believe in helping our clients however we can, including litigating in court if it is necessary to get the best recovery possible.
Reasons why you should choose our Baton Rouge motorcycle accident lawyers include:
- We have obtained more than $10 billion in verdicts and settlements for injured clients*.
- We have represented thousands of clients in claims and lawsuits.
- We have been here for the people of Louisiana for more than 15 years.
- We have been recognized by Super Lawyers®, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and more.
- We have a client-centered “you pay nothing unless we win” policy.
- We have offices in Baton Rouge and Gonzales for your convenience.
Our legal professionals are available 24/7. Schedule a free, no-risk consultation by calling or contacting us online or dialing (225) 230-3110 at any time.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Louisiana
All motorists, regardless of the type of vehicle they drive, have a duty of care to everyone else on the road. A frustrating number of drivers fail to exercise good judgment when they get behind the wheel, however. If a crash happens and a motorcyclist is involved, the rider could suffer the worst injuries, all due to another motorist’s decisions.
Many motorcycle accidents are the result of:
- Speeding: Breaking the speed limit is one of the most common forms of reckless driving. While speeding, a motorist will have less time to respond to other vehicles on the road.
- Unsafe lane changes: Many motorcycle accidents happen when a driver of a larger vehicle attempts to merge or change lanes without signaling, checking mirrors, or looking at blind spots. Motorcycles are smaller than the average vehicle, so extra care needs to be taken to notice them in blind spots and mirrors.
- Sudden stops: Motorcycles can stop in a shorter distance than larger and heavier vehicles. If a motorcyclist needs to come to a sudden stop to avoid a collision, any vehicle driving behind the motorcycle might not be able to stop in time, resulting in a rear-end collision. Such an accident will be even more likely if the other motorist is tailgating the motorcyclist.
- Unsafe left turns: An inordinately high number of motorcycle accidents are caused when a car turns left in front of an approaching motorcycle. As a car attempts to make a left turn at an intersection, the driver may misjudge an approaching motorcyclist’s speed or fail to notice them entirely, leading to a potentially deadly collision.
- Distracted driving: Texting while driving or doing anything that takes a driver’s attention away from the road can lead to a devastating motorcycle accident.
- Intoxicated driving: A driver under the influence of alcohol or drugs is much more likely to fail to notice or adequately respond to a motorcyclist as they navigate the roadways. Drunk driving causes a reduction in focus, worsened motor controls, lengthened reaction times, blurred vision, and other serious dangers.
- Failing to stop: Drivers who run red lights or stop signs put everyone at risk, including motorcyclists who are already at a higher risk of severe injuries if an accident occurs.
- Open car doors: On narrow streets where motorcyclists are traveling parallel to a row of parked cars, an inattentive driver might open their car door to exit their vehicle without checking for approaching motorcycles. The result can be a “dooring” accident that involves the motorcycle crashing into the door at high speed.
As a motorcyclist, you can reduce the possibility of a crash by maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles, following all traffic rules, traveling at appropriate speeds, signaling when turning or changing lanes, and keeping an eye on parallel parked cars. However, even the best motorcyclist can’t account for the mistakes and negligence of all the motorists around them. Our Baton Rouge motorcycle accident attorneys are prepared to assist with claims involving all types of collisions, no matter the complexity of the circumstances. If you are not sure whether you have a strong claim, we are happy to evaluate your case and walk you through your legal options.
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- Willie W.
Billions of Dollars Recovered for Our Clients
Big or Small, We Maximize Them All
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$8,750,000 Truck WreckRear-end: Chris’ client suffered head, neck, elbow, arm, wrist, rib, back, and leg injuries in a truck wreck in Pointe Coupee Parish.
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$2,900,000 Truck Wreck
Rear-end: Chris’ client suffered headaches, neck, back, and various soft-tissue injuries in a truck wreck in Pointe Coupee Parish.
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$3,100,000 Car Wreck
Side-Swiped: Chris’ client suffered head, neck, and back injuries in a car wreck in East Baton Rouge Parish.
