Helena Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

 

In Helena, motorcycles have become a popular substitute for four-wheel passenger vehicles. From a motorcycle’s ability to navigate through traffic to its fuel efficiency, there are many advantages to its riders. However, despite these benefits, motorcyclists remain at a high risk of suffering a severe injury in an accident. If you or a family member have been injured in a motorcycle accident in Montana, a Morrison Sherwood Wilson Deola attorney may be able to help you recover compensation for your damages. 

Our Helena motorcycle accident lawyers have 40 years of experience protecting injured victims and have recovered millions of dollars for individuals and businesses in Montana.

Did You or Someone You Love Suffer Injuries in a Helena Motorcycle Accident?

Everyone responds to traumatic events differently. For many people, their bodies naturally address traumatic events by producing an excess of the stress hormone, “epinephrine,” which is more commonly known as adrenaline. Known as the “flight or fight” reaction, this rush of adrenaline is intended to keep you safe. Unfortunately, it also dulls many of your senses and can mask pain and injuries after an accident.

Even after suffering injuries, shock and adrenaline can trick motorcycle accident victims into thinking they are unscathed. Victims suffering internal injuries may walk away from a crash believing they are fine, only to end up with debilitating pain hours, days, or even weeks after the accident. Some latent injuries can worsen over this time, leading to more serious issues or even death.

To ensure prompt treatment of injuries, always prioritize getting checked out by a medical professional after an accident, even if you believe you were unharmed. Timely medical treatment is not only essential for your health and well-being, but it is also imperative for holding the at-fault party responsible for the harm they have caused you.

Recover Compensation for Damages Suffered in a Helena Motorcycle Accident

Suppose you or someone you care about suffered an injury in a Helena motorcycle accident because another driver failed to exercise reasonable care. In that case, the Morrison Sherwood Wilson Deola team may be able to help you file a claim for the damages you have suffered.

Helena motorcycle accident victims and family members may be eligible to receive compensation for damages such as:

  • Pain and suffering

  • Past and future medical expenses, including:

    • Physical therapy

    • Reconstructive surgery

    • In-home rehabilitation

    • Ambulance ride

    • Emergency medical treatment

  • Reduced earning capacity

  • Property damage

  • Lost wages

  • Funeral costs

  • Change in lifestyle

  • Loss of companionship

  • Mental anguish

  • Loss of personal enjoyment

The State of Montana allows motorcycle victims a three-year window (starting on the date of the accident) to file a claim for their injuries and two years to file a claim for any damaged property.

In order for the court to award you damages for a motorcycle injury, the at-fault party will need to be identified. As with most personal injury claims in Montana, liability in motorcycle accident cases is based on the concept of negligence. Therefore, it must be proven that the at-fault party was irresponsible or careless and that their negligent behavior is what directly caused the motorcycle accident.

Proving Liability in a Helena Motorcycle Accident

To prove liability in motorcycle accident cases, Morrison Sherwood Wilson Deola lawyers work with accident reconstruction specialists who are familiar with issues specific to motorcyclists and motorcycle accidents. We employ experienced investigators and use qualified experts in accident reconstruction and other related engineering and medical fields to help prove our clients' cases in court.

Our team of skilled investigators and negotiators works diligently to defend the interests of our clients. We consult experts who use the following to reach an honest conclusion:

  • Physical evidence at the scene

  • Law enforcement reports

  • Principles of math and physics

Our partnerships with various specialists allow us to accurately document and explain the severity of our clients’ injuries and how they affect their lives.

Have You Lost a Loved One in a Montana Motorcycle Accident?

Between 2016 and 2017, motorcyclist fatalities in Montana rose 29.4%. In the past, motorcyclists between the ages of 18 and 34 had the highest rate of death, but motorcycle fatalities are rising among riders over 35.

Since motorcycles are much smaller than other vehicles, they are more susceptible to going unnoticed by other drivers. Motorcycles also do not have many of the safety features that benefit occupants of passenger vehicles, such as airbags, seatbelts, and even the vehicle’s durable outer shell. As a result, what would otherwise be a routine fender-bender in an enclosed vehicle can be catastrophic on a motorcycle. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists are about 29 times more likely to die in a traffic crash than people in passenger cars.

Family members may be able to file a claim to recover compensation for a loved one who died in a motorcycle accident. In Montana, these claims, known as wrongful death claims, are handled differently than other personal injury cases. At Morrison Sherwood Wilson Deola, we are experienced with Montana wrongful death claims and are familiar with the state’s specific regulations.

Potential damages in wrongful death claims are categorized as either economic or non-economic losses. Monetary damages that the court can easily quantify, such as medical bills and funeral expenses, are economic. Non-economic damages encompass the emotional and mental trauma of motorcycle accidents, such as pain and suffering or loss of companionship.

Contact an Experienced Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Helena, Montana

At Morrison Sherwood Wilson Deola, we fight for our clients in cases that help make Helena safer and fairer for everyone. We believe insurance companies, banks, and investment companies should treat people justly.

Morrison Sherwood Wilson Deola lawyers also believe that the quality of your lawyer should never depend on the size of your bank account. This is why we represent Helena motorcycle accident victims on a contingency fee basis; You owe us nothing unless and until we recover compensation for you.

To schedule your consultation with a Morrison Sherwood Wilson Deola Helena motorcycle accident attorney, call our office at (406) 442-3261 or submit a completed contact form so we can begin discussing your legal options.