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Many Gaithersburg, MD, motorcyclists are injured when others on the road behave negligently. After a motorcycle crash, you need a Gaithersburg motorcycle accident lawyer. Regan Zambri Long’s team understands the challenges motorcycle accident victims face, including severe injuries and insurance company bias.
Our experienced attorneys have represented countless riders throughout Montgomery County, securing the compensation they need for recovery. If you’ve been injured while riding in Gaithersburg, contact our law firm today for a free consultation to discuss how we can help protect your rights after a motorcycle accident.
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Motorcycle riders are at disproportionate risk on Maryland roads. They lack the protective structure, airbags, and crumple zones that shield car passengers. Motorcyclists absorb the full impact of a collision, often suffering catastrophic injuries even in lower-speed crashes.
The National Highway Safety Traffic Administration (NHTSA) reported that motorcycles comprised 15 percent of traffic fatalities in 2022. Other drivers often fail to notice riders because of their smaller visual profile. Maryland reports an average of 73 riders or motorcycle passenger fatalities each year and more than 1,000 injuries.
Motorcycle injuries often require extensive medical treatment, rehabilitation and can result in permanent disability. Common injuries include:
Injured riders must often overcome anti-motorcycle bias, or the belief that they are at fault because of motorcycles’ inherent dangers. Regan Zambri Long’s attorneys use a thorough investigation and compelling evidence to prove the other motorist’s negligence. We will ensure your case accurately states what happened and who is responsible. Call our motorcycle accident lawyers today to discuss your legal options.
Montgomery County motorcyclists are often injured by someone else’s negligence. Our Gaithersburg, MD, law firm has successfully represented clients through motorcycle personal injury claims.
Negligent drivers are the most common cause of motorcycle accidents. Many drivers check for approaching cars but don’t register the smaller profile of motorcycles and end up failing to yield right-of-way. Other negligent behaviors include:
Inconvenient road hazards for passenger vehicles can cause catastrophic motorcycle crashes. Potholes, broken pavement, and sudden road surface changes can cause motorcyclists to lose control.
Roadway debris, including gravel, leaves, spilled loads from trucks, or objects fallen from vehicles, also cause serious injuries for riders. Unexpected surface changes lead to traction loss, due to the smaller contact between motorcycle tires and the road.
Drivers turning left often cross directly into the paths of oncoming motorcycles. Many left-turn collisions occur because the turning driver looks for vehicles but does not visually register the smaller motorcycle profile.
The resulting T-bone or head-on crashes usually direct maximum force to the minimally protected rider, causing catastrophic injuries or traffic fatalities.
Many motorcyclists engage in lane splitting, riding between lanes of stopped or slowed traffic. Maryland law does not explicitly permit lane splitting, making the practice technically illegal. Liability is often questioned in lane-splitting cases. Regan Zambri Long gathers evidence of all contributing factors, such as traffic conditions, driver awareness, sudden vehicle movements, and road design.
When you’ve been injured in a Maryland motorcycle accident, you deserve fair compensation. Call Regan Zambri Long today to schedule a free consultation with a Gaithersburg personal injury lawyer.
Motorcycle accidents often involve multiple responsible parties. Identifying all liable parties involved ensures riders recover maximum compensation.
Negligent car and SUV drivers are responsible for most motorcycle collisions. Maryland auto insurance coverage minimums are $30,000 per person and $60,000 per accident for bodily injury. Many motorcycle injuries, however, exceed minimum limits. Identifying other at-fault parties is essential to recovering full compensation.
Trucks have large blind spots, limited maneuverability, and massive weight compared to motorcyclists, making truck accidents catastrophic for riders. Driver fatigue and failure to check blind spots result in many injuries and fatalities.
Trucking companies may bear vicarious liability for their drivers’ negligence while on the clock. Company insurance policies often have higher coverage limits, which can be essential for a fair settlement.
Motorcycles are particularly vulnerable to potholes, uneven pavement, or debris. When government entities responsible for road maintenance and design fail to address these hazards or provide adequate warning, they may bear liability for resulting accidents. Claims against government entities involve special procedures and shorter notification deadlines than standard personal injury cases.
Defective parts sometimes cause accidents regardless of rider skill or other drivers’ actions. When design flaws or manufacturing defects in brakes, throttle controls, or steering mechanisms lead to crashes, manufacturers may be liable.
When you’ve been involved in a motorcycle crash, let Regan Zambri Long pursue compensation for you. Call our motorcycle accident lawyers today for a free case evaluation.
Motorcycle accidents often require extensive medical treatment and prolonged recovery. A fair settlement should cover all your losses.
Economic damages account for all financial losses and out-of-pocket expenses, including:
Non-economic damages include pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment, and emotional trauma.
In cases of gross negligence, a jury may award punitive damages to punish the liable party and deter similar behavior in the future.
Fatal motorcycle accidents are emotionally and financially devastating. Maryland’s wrongful death statute allows family members to seek compensation for funeral and burial expenses, lost financial support, and non-economic damages for loss of companionship, guidance, and emotional support.
Let Regan Zambri Long fight for the compensation you deserve. Call us today to schedule your free case review.
Maryland motorcycle accident cases are impacted by several laws. An experienced lawyer will ensure these laws don’t stop you from collecting compensation.
Maryland requires all motorcycle operators and passengers to wear DOT-approved helmets while riding. universal helmet requirement differs from states with partial laws covering only younger riders or those with limited experience.
Maryland’s contributory negligence standard bars anyone responsible for an accident from recovering compensation. Biases and stereotypes about riders often lead to unfair assumptions about fault. Additionally, though the law does not consider failure to wear a helmet proof of negligence, some insurance companies may try to claim that it bars the rider from compensation.
Maryland gives injured riders three years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit. Filing after the statute of limitations has expired will result in your case being dismissed. When a government entity is liable, you may have a shorter window for filing your lawsuit.
Don’t let insurance companies or deadlines keep you from recovering what you are owed. Call our Gaithersburg, MD, motorcycle accident lawyers today to discuss your next steps.
After a motorcycle accident, you need an attorney with expertise and resources to fight for you. Regan Zambri Long manages every aspect of your case while you focus on healing.
Our team immediately begins gathering physical evidence and eyewitness testimony to verify your claim. We visit accident scenes, work with accident reconstruction specialists, and obtain electronic evidence, including traffic camera footage, business surveillance videos, and dashcam recordings. Police reports, medical records, and insurance details help us strengthen your claim.
Insurance companies usually try to minimize motorcycle accident payouts. Our experienced negotiators use detailed records of medical attention and evidence to prove your losses. We will demand a settlement that covers all your losses. We’ll take them to court if the insurance company does not cooperate.
Most motorcycle accident claims settle, but Regan Zambri Long prepares each case as though it will go to trial. Our attorneys have extensive experience presenting motorcycle accidents in court and making full recoveries.
We counter potential juror bias through careful jury selection, effective evidence framing, and explaining how the defendant’s negligence directly caused your injuries.
Regan Zambri Long takes motorcycle accident cases on a contingency fee basis. You don’t pay any fees until we recover in your favor. We will advance all costs related to investigation, expert witnesses, and legal fees so that you can pursue justice.
If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident in Gaithersburg or the surrounding areas, contact Regan Zambri Long today for a free consultation. Our experienced personal injury lawyers will explain your legal options and guide you with our professional skills and personal commitment.
You deserve justice and compensation. Our Gaithersburg motorcycle accident lawyers will fight for you. Call us today to discuss how our experienced legal team can secure the full and fair compensation you deserve.
