Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Surrey

Do You Need A Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?

Whether a motorcycle, moped, motor scooter or motorized bicycle, motorcycles and motorcycle accidents account for approximately 10% of all motor vehicle fatalities in the province of British Columbia, including in the Surrey region, though motorcycles comprise only 2% of motorized vehicles on the road.

Statistically, most motorcycle accidents happen in the summer – as with most car accidents – with July being the most dangerous month for motorcycle fatalities. Summer months are also more likely to be driving months for motorcycle enthusiasts versus winter, as the weather is typically more favorable.

If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident, the sooner you speak to an experienced personal injury lawyer like Surrey area personal injury law firm Lofranco Corriero, the better your chances of ensuring you receive whatever you are entitled to. A personal injury lawyer experienced in motorcycle accident claims and cases can also help navigate through the resulting insurance and medical quagmire that can often accompany this stressful time.

Motorcycle Accident Facts & Figures

According to sources including The Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences, the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and the University of Surrey, if a motorcycle accident causes injury, those injuries will generally be ten times more severe than injuries that typically result from a serious car accident. The most common motorbike accident injuries include traumatic head injuries which can include concussion or brain damage; road rash, muscle damage which may be permanent, “biker’s arm” – severe damage from the natural inclination to put your arms out in front of you to protect the rest of your body -- and leg injuries that can vary from nerve, skin and muscle damage to shattered bones. The medical costs due to a motorcycle accident are typically six times those of a car accident and can include not only immediate medical costs, but rehabilitation or ongoing permanent care.

For over 35 years, Surrey area personal injury law firm Lofranco Corriero has proven experience in handling motorcycle accident cases and claims. Should you require a personal injury lawyer as a result of a traumatic or fatal motorcycle accident, or if you simply have questions, Lofranco Corriero is available to assist you. We provide a free, no obligation consultation and if you are unable to travel, we can come to you at a time and place of your convenience.

Have You Been Hurt In A Motorcycle Accident?

If you have been in a motorcycle accident not resulting in serious injury or death, it is generally handled through insurance in British Columbia and will not involve a lawsuit. If there is damage to the vehicles, it is always in your best interest to call the police who will advise whether they will attend the scene.

In British Columbia, ICBC Basic Autoplan insurance is a mandatory requirement for all motorists. ICBC coverage includes third party liability protection, accident benefits, underinsured motorist protection, hit-and-run and uninsured motorists protection and inverse liability.

If you have been involved in a vehicular accident including a motorbike or motorcycle in the Surrey area, try to keep a comprehensive, written incident report of your own that includes the date, time and specific location of the accident; who was involved, their address, license number, plate number, vehicle owner and insurance company; any witness information including name, address, phone number email and license plate; and any statements made by the other driver at the scene.

Any digital documentation of the motorcycle or motorbike accident scene and surrounding area, including weather conditions may also be helpful for you, your insurance company and your personal injury lawyer should one be required.

There may however be instances when personal injury accident claims can be initiated for compensation above and beyond basic insurance coverage. The benefits that you are entitled to in British Columbia all depends on your particular accident and situation but can include:

Medical Benefits covered by ICBC include reasonable and necessary medical expenses, therapy expenses, prosthesis and orthosis. Part 7 benefits for medical expenses provide up to $135,000 to pay for medical and rehabilitation expenses.

Rehabilitation Benefits cover various services and expenses that could assist and rehabilitate injured persons. Some services offered include one-time alterations to your home (if the injured person needs a more accessible home), attendant care at home, wheelchairs and various other equipment.

Lost Income Benefits contribute up to $300 per week in the first week after the car accident. These benefits do not begin however until after any EI benefits have been exhausted. Once EI benefits have finished, lost income benefits can take effect and you are entitled to these benefits for two years after an accident. If you are unable to work again these benefits will take effect.

Homemakers may also be entitled to benefits if they are unable to do their household work, generally at $145 per week.

Death Benefits may also be available to individuals who have lost loved one’s as a result of a car accident. ICBC may require a doctor of their choosing to assess your situation. Death benefits can include monetary benefits as well as coverage of funeral expenses etc.

It is always in your best interest to contact a personal injury lawyer familiar and experience with motorcycle accidents to determine the best path forward.

No-Obligation Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Consultation

Should you require the professional services of a personal injury lawyer regarding a motorcycle accident in southern British Columbia, including Coquitlam, Surrey, Burnaby, Maple Ridge, Delta, Langley or Abbotsford, contact personal injury law firm Lofranco Corriero. Please don’t hesitate to contact Lofranco Corriero at 604-235-3260 for a confidential, free, no-obligation motorcycle accident lawyer consultation in the Surrey area today.