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Motorcycle Accident Trial Lawyers Serving Wyoming

Many people think that there’s no better way to take in the awe-inspiring scenery of Wyoming than on the back of a motorcycle.

As you twist and climb the state’s gorgeous landscape, you get wind in your face and breathtaking views.

For many bikers, the thrill of those views from the open road makes up for any risk. Of course, motorcyclists are at risk each time they hop on their bikes. That’s because motorcycles place bikers in a vulnerable position without the protection offered by bigger vehicles.

When a driver of a car or truck disobeys the laws of the road and causes a motorcycle accident in Wyoming, bikers can suffer.

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident caused by a negligent driver, you face challenges. You’re hurt, you can’t work, and your bike could need expensive repairs. You may worry about how you’ll pay your medical bills.

Instead of worrying about your bills, you can make the driver who was responsible for your accident pay. A motorcycle accident lawyer in Wyoming can help you figure out if another driver’s negligence caused your motorcycle accident.

Call Wyoming motorcycle accident attorney Jeremy Hugus, at Platte River Injury Law Firm, for a free consultation.

If you’d like to know more about Wyoming’s motorcycle crashes before talking to a motorcycle accident lawyer, keep reading. Here, you’ll find information on motorcycle accident claims and motorcycle laws in Wyoming.

Complexities of a Motorcycle Accident Claim

Motorcycle accidents require an experienced lawyer who understands the complexities involved. Motorcycle accident claims can be more complicated than auto claims for two reasons.

Catastrophic Injuries Occur

Because motorcycles leave their riders more vulnerable than cars, catastrophic injuries can occur. Bikers may experience serious injuries or death, even if they wear all the right safety equipment.

Such injuries may require months of expensive medical treatment and may alter the biker’s ability to work or function in daily life. A catastrophic injury should receive a maximum personal injury settlement.

Proving Who Caused the Motorcycle Accident

A successful personal injury lawsuit requires you to prove that another driver caused the accident. Because judges and juries often don’t understand bikes, you need a motorcycle accident lawyer that can help them see that you weren’t responsible for the collision.

In Wyoming, even if you were partly to blame for the accident, you may still be able to sue the other driver. You can sue if you were 50% or less responsible for the accident. You’ll be able to recover compensation according to the other driver’s responsibility percentage.

For instance, let’s say you have $100,000 in damages (like medical bills and lost wages). If the other driver was 75% responsible for your accident, you could possibly recover $75,000.

How to Receive Compensation for Your Motorcycle Accident

Even cautious, law-abiding motorcycle riders can’t always avoid an accident. If you suffered a motorcycle accident in Wyoming due to another driver’s mistake, you may be able to sue.

To find out whether your motorcycle accident meets the requirements for a personal injury lawsuit, contact an experienced Wyoming motorcycle attorney, like Jeremy Hugus, at Platte River Injury Law.

An attorney will help you determine who was responsible for your accident and calculate all potential damages.

Damages are the physical, emotional, and financial harm you’ve suffered because of your accident. Under Wyoming law, you can receive reimbursement for your medical bills, lost wages, and damage to your motorcycle.

You can also receive payment for emotional damages caused by your accident, such as insomnia, fear of driving, or reduced enjoyment of relationships.

To prove that the other driver caused you to suffer harm, you’ll need to show that they were negligent. This legal concept—negligence—means the driver meets four requirements.

Duty of Care

The driver had a duty to drive safely and follow traffic laws.

Breach of Duty

The driver didn’t follow traffic law or showed a lack of responsibility in some way. For instance, maybe the driver was distracted by texting and crashed into you. This behavior breaches the duty to drive safely and watch out for bikers.

Caused Injury

The negligent driver caused your injuries. For instance, if you already had a broken nose before your motorcycle accident, you can’t sue the other driver for your broken nose. You can sue for injuries sustained in the crash.

Damages Occurred

To sue someone for negligence, you need to have enough damages to make it worth a lawsuit. This means that a simple bruise or scratch that heals quickly probably wouldn’t justify a lawsuit. However, an injury that requires medical treatment should be enough.

Motorcycle Laws in Wyoming

Motorcycle laws are enacted to protect Wyoming bikers from harm. Before taking your bike on a Wyoming road, you’ll want to know the following requirements.

Riders age 18 and under must wear a safety helmet;
Protective eyewear is not required;
If carrying a passenger, a bike must have a passenger seat and footrest;
The motorcycle must have at least one rear-view mirror;
Handlebar grips must be below shoulder height;
Bikers can share a lane with another motorcycle if both consent;
Lane splitting (riding between cars) is illegal; and
Motorcyclists must have a license and carry the required liability insurance.

Wyoming’s laws for off-road riding are lessened, but riders should follow all motorcycle laws when on Wyoming highways.

What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

If you experience a motorcycle accident in Wyoming, you’ll likely sustain injuries. Your first priority should be to seek medical treatment. If you’re in a condition to think about other details, you should complete the following steps:

Call the police and file a police report;
Take photos of the accident scene, including damage to your bike;
Get names and contact information for any witnesses to the accident;
Keep copies of all medical records and invoices, from ambulance bills to over-the-counter drugs;
Keep receipts for motorcycle repair bills;
Keep documents for lost wages; and
Call a motorcycle accident lawyer to discuss your possible claim.

You may feel overwhelmed after a motorcycle accident, and that’s understandable. After all, you’ve suffered trauma.

Platte River Injury Law is available to investigate your accident and determine who was responsible. We take care of all your lawsuit details so that you can focus on rest and recovery.

Call an Expert Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Wyoming

If you’re wondering how to pay your medical bills, lost wages, and repair costs, a personal injury lawsuit could help. Platte River Injury Law helps accident victims recover the money they’re owed. We fight insurance bullies so you can relax, knowing experts are standing up for you.

We treat you like a person, not a case file. During a free consultation, we will listen to your story with compassion and advise you of your legal options.

We help clients maximize their motorcycle accident settlements. If you’re ready to get started on your motorcycle injury lawsuit, give us a call today.