FAQs

If you were injured in a motorcycle accident caused by an uninsured driver, you may still have options for recovery. Your liability insurance won’t pay for your own losses, but you may be entitled to insurance benefits if you carry uninsured motorist (UM) coverage.

You could file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver, but if they don’t have the money to pay for your losses, you may not receive the compensation you need even with a favorable verdict. A lawyer can help you determine the best way to pursue the compensation you deserve.

If an insurance adjuster contacts you to discuss your claim after a motorcycle accident, avoid apologizing or admitting fault for the crash in any way. If they ask you any questions about the accident, keep your responses brief and to the point.

Don’t offer any extra details or your opinions about the accident, as anything you say to the adjuster may be used against you later on. If you have an attorney, it’s best to simply refer the adjuster to them. If you don’t have an attorney, a lawyer can still provide useful advice about what to say and what not to say to the insurance company.

In many cases, insurance companies make lowball initial settlement offers in the hopes that desperate accident victims will accept far less than they deserve. Don’t fall for this underhanded tactic.

If you don’t feel comfortable negotiating yourself, an attorney can demand fair compensation during settlement talks on your behalf. Attorneys have the experience needed to estimate the full value of your claim and the negotiating skills needed to fight for full compensation.

After a motorcycle accident, you may be understandably concerned about the cost of hiring an attorney. At The Wilhite Law Firm, we provide our services on a contingency basis, which means we don’t get paid unless you do. We also offer free initial consultations and charge no upfront costs to start work on your case.