Motorcycle Accidents

Corpus Christi Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Seeking Maximum Compensation for Injured Riders

Being involved in a motorcycle accident can be a life-threatening experience. These are among the most dangerous and devastating traffic accidents because bikers have little protection against an impact.

Unlike the occupants of passenger cars or trucks, bikers’ bodies are fully exposed when thrown against the pavement, other vehicles, or other roadside objects. Such force can result in severe injuries, including catastrophic spinal cord and brain damage that can change your life forever.

Gonzales Law Firm offers comprehensive legal representation to help you pursue the damages you need and deserve when injured due to someone else’s negligence, recklessness, or wrongful behavior. Our family-owned law firm puts more than five decades of invaluable experience on your side when making claims against at-fault parties and their insurers.

Our team knows how to hold irresponsible parties accountable. We conduct thorough investigations backed up by supporting evidence. We also have formidable negotiation skills to overcome challenges and resistance from the other side. Our litigation experience and successful track record make our opponents think twice before heading to time-consuming and costly trials.

Reserve a free consultation with a Corpus Christi motorcycle accident attorney at Gonzales Law Firm at (361) 309-4243 or contact us online to get started. Hablamos español.

Motorcycle Accidents in Texas

According to the Texas Department of Transportation, a motorcycle fatality occurs every day on an average basis. Almost 600 riders died in these Texas crashes in 2023, and close to 2,500 were seriously injured.

Over half of all motorcycle fatalities occur from colliding with other vehicles. The small size of a motorcycle is hard to spot in traffic; they can appear further away than they are. Congested highways, violations of traffic laws by motorists, and poor road conditions all contribute to these accidents.

Common causes of motorcycle accidents include:

Impaired driving
Driver inattention
Speeding
Unsafe lane changes
Failure to yield the right of way
Following too closely
Turning in front of a motorcyclist

At Gonzales Law Firm, we also help clients who have been involved in motorcycle accidents due to the negligence of a vehicle or motorcycle part manufacturer. Defective components in vehicles and bikes can cause or contribute to accidents and injuries.

Such cases can become incredibly complex, but our Corpus Christi team has the resources to conduct a full investigation into the incident to expose such product liability.

Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Motorcyclists are highly vulnerable to injuries in collisions. Even when wearing a helmet, you can still sustain serious physical trauma. The human body is not designed to absorb the impact of a vehicle slamming into it, particularly at high speeds.

We regularly help clients who have sustained the following:

Spinal cord injuries
Traumatic brain injuries
Broken or dislocated bones
Severe lacerations or puncture wounds
Internal organ damage or bleeding
Crush injuries
Compartment syndrome (pressure within muscles that can lead to permanent damage)
Amputations
Road rash that can cause nerve damage and chronic pain

Our Corpus Christi motorcycle accident attorneys also represent clients who have sustained significant scarring or disfigurement. This can lead to extensive emotional and psychological distress for victims.

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Fierce Advocacy

Whether it's in the courtroom or at the bargaining table, our attorneys don't hold back in the fight for justice.
A Family Approach

As a family firm, every member of our team is deeply invested in your case and working towards your success.
Experience to Spare

With decades of experience across a wealth of practice areas, we're confidently prepared for any twist and turn your case may encounter.
The Voice for Victims

Our compassionate legal team is genuinely committed to being the voice of injured clients in the complicated legal process.

What Does Your Motorcycle Insurance Cover in Texas?

Motorcycle insurance is required in the state of Texas. Like motorists, motorcyclists must carry a certain amount of coverage to operate their bikes legally.

In Texas, motorcyclists must carry the following minimum liability coverage:

$30,000 of bodily injury coverage per person
$60,000 of bodily injury coverage per accident
$25,000 of property damage coverage per accident

These minimums can be exhausted quickly in a motorcycle accident claim. This is particularly true if you sustain serious injuries that require extensive medical care. For those who carry only the minimum, you will likely not have enough coverage to handle all of the expenses related to the incident.

Another factor is that many drivers are uninsured or underinsured, which can make recovering compensation in the aftermath of a motorcycle crash extremely difficult.

How Long Do You Have to File a Texas Motorcycle Accident Claim?

You generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim. This statute of limitations means you must take legal action to seek compensation for injuries or damages within this timeframe. Failing to do so will result in a case dismissal, leaving no other recourse for recovering damages.

What Is Your Texas Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?

Our team is routinely asked this question. We cannot provide an exact value until we thoroughly investigate the incident. However, we can provide an overview of the types of compensation often available to motorcycle accident victims.

These include:

All medical bills related to the incident
Lost wages and benefits if you cannot work
Out-of-pocket expenses related to your injuries
Pain and suffering damages
Loss of personal enjoyment damages
Loss of consortium for your spouse
Property damage expenses, such as repair or replacement of your bike

Can You Recover Compensation if You Were Partially at Fault?

If you were partially at fault, you can recover compensation in a motorcycle accident claim up to a specific limit. Texas operates under a “comparative negligence” system. This means your compensation will be reduced based on your percentage of fault.

For example, if you were awarded $100,000 in total compensation but your fault was determined to be 20 percent, you would recover only $80,000. However, in cases where your fault exceeds 50%, you cannot recover any compensation for your losses.

Insurance carriers and at-fault parties will often try to place as much blame as possible on you to lower or avoid payouts. That is why you need an experienced attorney at Gonzales Law Firm we work to obtain evidence necessary to prove liability, including photo or video surveillance, accident reports, witness testimony, and more.

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Call Us Today

Investigating, building a claim, and negotiating with at-fault parties and insurers in a motorcycle accident claim is complicated. It requires a proven attorney’s professional skills, resources, and experience.

Attorney Rudy Gonzales, a board-certified Texas personal injury law expert, leads our team. Take advantage of his expertise and our entire team’s commitment, knowledge, and compassion to fight for you at such a difficult time.

Call for a free case assessment with a Corpus Christi motorcycle accident attorney at (361) 309-4243. Or contact Gonzales Law Firm by email.

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