New Orleans Motorcyclists

Motorcycle
Accidents

As any rider will tell you, a crash could change your life in the blink of an eye. A skilled motorcycle accident lawyer can help you hold the responsible party accountable and make sure that you don’t pay out of pocket for a crash that was not your fault.

Motorcycle
Accidents

As any rider will tell you, a crash could change your life in the blink of an eye. A skilled motorcycle accident lawyer can help you hold the responsible party accountable and make sure that you don’t pay out of pocket for a crash that was not your fault.
New Orleans Motorcyclists

New Orleans
Motorcycle Accident
Lawyers

Motorcycle crashes are some of the most devastating kinds of motor vehicle accidents. Because riders will usually only have helmets and clothing to protect them in the event of a collision or crash, the injuries they sustain are often severe, and potentially life-threatening. If you’ve been hurt in a motorcycle crash in the Greater New Orleans area, turn to a legal team that has helped others in your situation get justice and fair compensation. Attorney Craig Sossaman and his team are ready to help you, so call us today for a free consultation.

Learn more about
Motorcycle Accidents

TYPES
CAUSES
COMPENSATION
Motorcycles are far smaller than most other vehicles on the road, so they are frequently overlooked drivers. People also often fail to leave enough distance between their vehicle and a motorcycle, or might misjudge the speed at which they are traveling. These actions and more can cause a collision. Our motorcycle attorneys have seen it all, and we’ve helped recover compensation for motorcycle riders who’ve been hurt in:
  • Left Turn Accidents
  • Rear-End Collisions
  • Lane Splitting Accidents
  • Lane Change Accidents
  • Broadside or “T-bone” Accidents
  • Truck or Trailer Underride Accidents
  • Chain-Reaction Crashes
While most involve other vehicles, injury crashes can also be single-vehicle accidents. The rider or other drivers might not be responsible for these types of accidents. Some crashes are caused by defective vehicle design or defective parts. Others are caused by road defects and other issues that might be the fault of a city or municipal entity.
The kinds of driver negligence involved in a motorcycle crash can vary depending on the situation, but often include:
  • Speeding
  • Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)
  • Driver Failing to Assess Speed or Distance of Motorcycle Accurately
  • Unsafe Lane Changes or Turns
  • Aggressive or Reckless Driving
There are motorcycle accidents that can be caused by other parties responsible for maintaining motorcycles or the roadways they are traveling on, so people should still speak to a lawyer even when there does not seem to be another driver at fault for a crash. People can still have recovery options, even in single-vehicle accidents.
A motorcycle accident can lead to a significant number of damages for a person, and damages are often classified as being either economic or non-economic. Economic damages are the losses you incur that can be proven and calculated while non-economic damages are far more subjective awards.

Economic damages include:

  • Lost wages & reduced earning capacity
  • Past & future medical bills
  • Motorcycle repair costs
  • Medical equipment costs
  • Therapy costs

Non-economic damages include:

  • Emotional anguish
  • Loss of services
  • Disfigurement
  • Loss of companionship or consortium
  • Pain and suffering

How Sossamon Law Can Help

Over 40 Years of Legal Experience With over more than 40 years of legal experience, any person who has been involved in a motorcycle accident in or around Metairie will want to be sure they contact the Sossaman Law Firm for help.
Sossaman provides justice for our clients. Our firm provides committed, qualified legal representation for those who’ve been hurt in our community. We’ll stand up for you and will demand justice and fair compensation.
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