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Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Services in Palm Beach Gardens
When you hire a motorcycle accident lawyer in Florida, you’re getting someone who understands the specific challenges motorcyclists face after a crash. Unlike car accidents, motorcycle crashes almost always result in more serious injuries. Riders don’t have the same protection as people in enclosed vehicles.
We see these crashes happen all over Palm Beach Gardens. Northlake Boulevard near the Gardens Mall sees regular accidents during rush hour. Military Trail between PGA and Donald Ross gets dangerous when cars make sudden lane changes. Even residential areas like Mirasol and BallenIsles have their share of motorcycle accidents when drivers fail to see riders.
Our legal team investigates every aspect of your accident. We visit crash sites, review police reports, interview witnesses, and work with accident reconstruction experts when needed. Insurance companies often try to blame motorcyclists for accidents that weren’t their fault. We build cases that show exactly what happened and who was responsible.
The legal process starts with a free consultation. You tell us what happened, we review any documents you have, and we explain your options. If we take your case, you don’t pay anything unless we recover compensation for you.
Injured in a Motorcycle Accident? Let Us Help You
Injured in a Motorcycle Accident? Let Us Help You
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561-689-8180Motorcycle Injury Claims
Motorcycle injuries are different from typical car accident injuries. Riders hit the pavement at high speeds with minimal protection. We regularly handle cases involving:
Road rash that requires skin grafts and multiple surgeries. Broken bones in the arms, legs, hips, and ribs. Head injuries range from concussions to traumatic brain injuries. Spinal cord damage can cause partial or complete paralysis. Internal organ damage from impact forces.
Last month, we settled a case for a rider who was hit by a driver turning left across traffic on Burns Road. The impact threw him 30 feet. He spent two weeks in the ICU with a punctured lung, fractured pelvis, and multiple broken ribs. The driver’s insurance company initially offered $50,000. We recovered over $400,000 after showing the full extent of his injuries and future medical needs.
Medical treatment for motorcycle accident injuries often continues for months or years. You might need multiple surgeries, physical therapy, and ongoing pain management. Some riders can’t return to their previous jobs because of permanent limitations.
We work with medical experts who understand motorcycle injuries. They review your medical records, examine you if needed, and provide detailed reports about your prognosis and future care needs. This documentation becomes part of your injury claim and helps prove the full value of your case.
Insurance companies want to settle quickly for less than your claim is worth. They know that serious injuries are expensive to treat, and they try to avoid paying for long-term care. We don’t settle cases until we understand the complete picture of your injuries and recovery.
Wrongful Death Motorcycle Accidents
Some motorcycle accidents in Palm Beach Gardens result in fatalities. When a rider dies because of someone else’s negligence, family members can file a wrongful death claim under Florida law.
These cases are the hardest ones we handle. Nothing brings back a loved one. But wrongful death claims provide financial support for families who have lost income, companionship, and future support.
Florida’s wrongful death statute allows specific family members to recover damages. Spouses can recover for loss of companionship and support. Children can recover from the loss of parental guidance and support. Parents can recover when an adult child dies. The estate can recover for medical expenses before death and lost wages.
We’ve represented families after fatal motorcycle accidents on Interstate 95, Florida’s Turnpike, and local roads throughout Palm Beach County. One case involved a rider killed by a drunk driver near the Gardens Square shopping center. The driver ran a red light at Military Trail and killed a father of three. We secured a settlement that provided financial security for his family.
Time limits apply to wrongful death cases in Florida. You generally have two years from the date of death to file a claim. Missing this deadline means losing the right to recover compensation.
Hit and Run Motorcycle Accidents
Hit and run accidents happen more often than you might think in South Florida. A driver hits a motorcyclist and leaves the scene. Sometimes they panic. Sometimes they’re driving without insurance or a valid license. Sometimes they’re impaired and don’t want to get caught.
We handled a hit-and-run case last year involving a rider who was struck on Alternate A1A near the beach. The driver fled, and police never identified them. The rider had serious injuries and no way to collect from the at-fault driver.
Florida law requires drivers to carry uninsured motorist coverage. This coverage protects you when you’re hit by a driver who doesn’t have insurance or who can’t be identified after a hit-and-run. Your own insurance company pays your claim under your uninsured motorist policy.
But here’s the problem: Your own insurance company doesn’t want to pay either. They use the same tactics as any other insurance company to minimize what they pay. They’ll argue your injuries aren’t as serious as you claim. They’ll say you were partially at fault. They’ll offer low settlements, hoping you’ll accept.
We deal with uninsured motorist claims regularly. We know how to handle these cases and get fair compensation even when the at-fault driver is never found.
Hurt in a Motorcycle Accident? Let Us Help You
Hurt in a Motorcycle Accident? Let Us Help You
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Every motorcycle accident case involves dealing with insurance companies. They have teams of adjusters, investigators, and lawyers working to pay as little as possible.
The insurance company will contact you quickly after an accident. They sound friendly and concerned. They ask for a recorded statement about what happened. They want you to sign medical authorizations so they can access all your medical records. They might even offer a quick settlement.
Don’t give recorded statements without talking to a lawyer first. Don’t sign medical authorizations from the other driver’s insurance company. Don’t accept quick settlement offers.
Insurance adjusters are trained to get information they can use against you. A recorded statement becomes evidence. They’ll use your own words to argue you weren’t seriously injured or that you caused the accident. Medical authorizations let them dig through your entire medical history, looking for pre-existing conditions they can blame for your current injuries.
We handle all communication with insurance companies. We respond to their requests, provide the information they’re entitled to receive, and negotiate for maximum compensation. We’ve been doing this for years, and we know their tactics.
Compensation for Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accident victims in Florida can recover several types of compensation. The goal is to make you whole again financially, even though money can’t undo injuries or erase what happened.
Medical expenses include all treatment related to the accident. Emergency room visits, hospital stays, surgeries, doctor appointments, physical therapy, medications, medical equipment, and future medical care. Keep records of everything.
Lost income covers wages you couldn’t earn because of your injuries. If you missed work recovering, you can recover those lost wages. If your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous job, you can recover lost future earnings.
Pain and suffering compensate you for the physical pain and emotional distress caused by the accident and your injuries. This is harder to calculate than medical bills or lost wages, but it’s often the largest part of a settlement or verdict.
Property damage covers the repair or replacement of your motorcycle and any other damaged property. Even if your bike is repairable, diminished value compensation accounts for the fact that a previously wrecked bike is worth less than one that’s never been in an accident.
The value of your case depends on your specific injuries, the facts of the accident, the available insurance coverage, and other factors. Every case is different. Free consultations let us review your situation and give you realistic expectations about potential compensation.
Motorcycle Accident Investigation
Building a strong motorcycle accident case requires a thorough investigation. Physical evidence disappears quickly. Witnesses forget details. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to prove what happened.
We start investigating immediately after you hire us. Our team visits accident scenes and photographs the location, road conditions, traffic controls, and sight lines. We identify businesses or homes with security cameras that might have recorded the crash. We interview witnesses while their memories are fresh.
Police reports provide basic information but often contain errors or incomplete information. We get the full police file, including any supplemental reports, witness statements, and diagrams. If the investigating officer made mistakes or drew wrong conclusions, we find evidence to correct the record.
Vehicle damage tells a story about how the accident happened. We photograph all vehicles involved and work with experts who can analyze damage patterns and determine impact speeds, points of impact, and vehicle movements before the crash.
Traffic camera footage, nearby security cameras, and dashcam videos provide objective evidence of what happened. We send preservation letters to businesses and government agencies to prevent footage from being deleted or recorded over.
Medical records document your injuries from the moment you received treatment. We gather records from the ambulance company, emergency room, hospitals, doctors, specialists, and therapists. Complete medical documentation proves the nature and extent of your injuries.
Types of Motorcycle Accidents We Handle
Motorcycle accidents happen in many different ways throughout Palm Beach Gardens and the surrounding areas. Left-turn accidents occur when a driver turns left in front of an oncoming motorcycle. The driver either doesn’t see the rider or misjudges their speed. These crashes often happen at intersections along Northlake Boulevard, Military Trail, and Central Boulevard.
Lane change accidents happen when a driver merges into a lane already occupied by a motorcycle. Cars have blind spots where motorcycles can disappear from view. Drivers who don’t check their mirrors or look over their shoulders cause these crashes. Interstate 95 and Florida’s Turnpike see regular lane change accidents involving motorcycles.
Rear-end collisions occur when a car hits a motorcycle from behind. Unlike rear-end crashes between cars, these accidents almost always cause serious injuries to the rider.
The impact often throws the rider forward off the bike onto the road or into another vehicle.
Road hazard accidents result from dangerous road conditions. Potholes, uneven pavement, debris in the road, or poor road design can cause riders to lose control. These cases are different because they involve claims against government entities responsible for maintaining safe roads.
Drunk driver accidents happen too often in South Florida. Impaired drivers have slower reaction times and impaired judgment. They drift into other lanes, run red lights and stop signs, and cause crashes that kill or seriously injure motorcyclists.
Injured in a Motorcycle Accident? Let Us Help You
Injured in a Motorcycle Accident? Let Us Help You
Get your FREE & confidential case review todayFlorida Motorcycle Accident Laws
Florida law affects every motorcycle accident case. Understanding these laws helps you understand your rights and what to expect during the claims process.
Florida is a no-fault insurance state for car accidents, but motorcycles are exempt from the no-fault system. That means injured motorcyclists don’t file claims under their own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage like car accident victims do. Instead, riders file claims directly against the at-fault driver’s insurance.
The at-fault driver must have bodily injury liability coverage to pay for your injuries. Florida requires minimum coverage of $10,000 per person. But serious motorcycle accidents often result in medical bills and losses far exceeding $10,000. If the at-fault driver has minimum coverage or no insurance at all, your uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage provides additional compensation.
Florida follows a modified comparative negligence rule. If you’re partially at fault for the accident, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you’re more than 50% at fault, you can’t recover anything. Insurance companies use this law to argue that motorcyclists share fault even when accidents are clearly caused by other drivers.
The statute of limitations gives you four years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit. Wrongful death cases have a two-year deadline. Missing these deadlines means losing your right to compensation, no matter how strong your case is.
Florida requires motorcyclists to wear helmets if they’re under 21 or if they don’t carry at least $10,000 in medical insurance coverage. Helmet laws don’t prevent you from recovering compensation even if you weren’t wearing a helmet, though insurance companies will try to argue your injuries would have been less severe with a helmet.
Why Choose Zoeller Law
Our law firm focuses on personal injury cases, including motorcycle accidents, throughout Palm Beach Gardens and Palm Beach County. We know the local roads where these accidents happen. We know the police officers who investigate crashes. We know the insurance companies we’re dealing with and their tactics.
We’ve recovered millions of dollars for injured clients over the years. Every case is different, but our approach is consistent. We investigate thoroughly, build strong cases, and fight for maximum compensation.
You’ll work directly with experienced lawyers, not paralegals or case managers. We answer your questions, keep you updated on your case progress, and explain each step of the process. You’re going through one of the most difficult times in your life. You deserve a lawyer who treats you with respect and keeps you informed.
We work on contingency fees. You don’t pay any attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you. If we win your case, we take a percentage of the recovery. If we don’t win, you don’t owe us anything. This arrangement lets injured riders hire experienced lawyers without worrying about upfront costs or hourly fees.
Most motorcycle accident cases settle before trial. Insurance companies know we’re prepared to take cases to court if they don’t offer fair settlements. Our track record of successful verdicts and settlements gives us negotiating leverage.
Contact Our Palm Beach Gardens Office
If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, call Zoeller Law for a free consultation. We’ll review your case, answer your questions, and explain your legal options. Time matters in these cases. Evidence disappears, witnesses move away, and legal deadlines approach.
You’re dealing with injuries, medical treatment, missed work, and financial stress. Let us handle the legal aspects of your case while you focus on recovery. We serve motorcycle accident victims throughout Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, West Palm Beach, Lake Park, Riviera Beach, and all of Palm Beach County.
Zoeller Law has offices convenient to Palm Beach Gardens residents. Call us today or contact us online to schedule your free case evaluation. One conversation could make the difference between accepting a low insurance offer and recovering the full compensation you deserve.
