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Motorcycle Accident Attorney Los Angeles: What to Do After a Crash

Medical Care After a Crash

Seek medical attention after a motorcycle crash, even if you feel fine. Adrenaline can mask injuries, and symptoms such as headaches or sore ribs can be more serious than they first seem. Medical records document your injuries and may be reviewed when a claim is evaluated.

Evidence After a Crash

Evidence can be lost over time. Skid marks fade, witnesses may be hard to reach, and vehicles may be repaired or moved. If it is safe to do so, take photographs, collect contact information from witnesses, and ask for the police report number.

Do not assume the police report captured everything.

Talking With Insurers

Insurers evaluate claims using their own criteria. An adjuster may request a recorded statement. Consider speaking with a licensed attorney before you give one.

Talking With an Attorney

Some deadlines are short, so consider speaking with a licensed attorney about timing. An attorney can explain how evidence may be requested or preserved. It is worth asking how fees and case costs work and getting the terms in writing.

Checklist After a Crash

Early on

• Seek medical attention, even if you feel fine
• Ask that all of your injuries be documented
• Accept ambulance transport if it is offered

Soon after

• Photograph the scene, vehicles and visible injuries
• Keep your damaged helmet, clothing and motorcycle parts
• Begin documenting pain levels, mobility issues and medication needs

In the following days

• Follow your doctors’ recommendations
• Consider speaking with an attorney before communicating with insurers
• Keep a journal of pain, limitations and recovery challenges
• Be cautious about posting about the accident on social media, and do not delete existing posts

Damages That May Apply

Damages depend on the facts of your case. A licensed attorney can explain which categories may apply, which can include:

• Medical expenses: Emergency room, surgery, hospitalization
• Ongoing treatment costs: Physical therapy, specialists, medications
• Lost wages: Current income and future earning capacity
• Property damage: Motorcycle repair or replacement, safety gear, personal items
• Pain and suffering: Physical pain, emotional trauma, lifestyle limitations
• Permanent disability: Accommodation costs, mobility equipment, home modifications

Contact us soon for an evaluation.