Northport Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Fighting for motorcycle drivers and passengers since 1979

Motorcyclists enjoy the freedom of the open road. Unfortunately, motorcycle accidents can occur without warning while you’re riding on Highway 43 or Route 82, traveling along Byler Road, or moving along any other Alabama road. Motorcycles are difficult to control. When accidents happen, riders may die or suffer catastrophic injuries.

At Prince Glover Hayes, we have the experience to hold car, truck, and other motorcycle drivers accountable when their negligence causes harm. Our Tuscaloosa County motorcycle accident lawyers demand compensation for all your injuries or the death of a loved one. Our record of recoveries includes a $900,000 settlement of a motorcycle accident claim.

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Why is riding a motorcycle so dangerous?

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, motorcycle accidents are 22 times more deadly than car accidents. The IIHS reported that in 2022, in Alabama, 94 people died in motorcycle accidents. 15 percent of all traffic fatalities involve motorcycles.

Motorcycle accidents are often deadlier and cause more severe injuries because riders have virtually no protection. Unlike cars, motorcycles do not have doors, hoods, trunks, or roofs to absorb some of the impact. The only type of protection motorcycle riders may have is a motorcycle helmet. Most motorcycle accident victims suffer two impacts – one with another vehicle and another with the hard ground.

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Together, we have recovered settlements worth $728,206,685 for the state citizens.

What types of motorcycle accidents do you handle in Northport, AL?

Our Northport motorcycle accident lawyers handle all types of motorcycle accidents, including:

  • Head-on accidents
  • Broadsides
  • Rear-end crashes
  • Single-vehicle accidents
  • Multi-vehicle accidents
  • Accidents involving potholes, roadkill, and other road hazards
  • Turning accidents
  • Loss of control accidents

We handle all types of motorcycles, including cruisers, sport motorcycles, street motorcycles, touring motorcycles, dirt bikes, electric motorcycles, and enduro motorcycles.

What are the causes of motorcycle accidents in Northport, AL?

Our Northport motorcycle accident attorneys work with the police, our own investigators, motorcycle product experts, other experts, and witnesses to show how your motorcycle accident happened and who is responsible. Some of the reasons that motorcycle accidents happen in Northport include:

Negligence by drivers of cars, trucks, and other vehicles (other than motorcycles)

  • Drunk or drugged driving
  • The failure of larger vehicles to respect the right of motorcycles to use the road
  • The failure of larger vehicles to see motorcycles
  • Driver distraction
  • Speeding
  • Failure to yield the right of way

Negligence by motorcycle operators

  • Driver inexperience
  • Improper driving in curves
  • Improper turns
  • Not understanding how to ride with other motorcycle riders
  • Lane splitting
  • Failing to see and handle road hazards
  • Not understanding how to ride (or not ride) in bad weather, such as rain, glare, and fog

What injuries do motorcycle accidents cause?

At Prince Glover Hayes, we work with your physicians and our network of doctors to verify your medical diagnosis, understand all the medical treatments you’ll need, and understand how your injuries are affecting every part of your daily life. Our Northport personal injury attorneys handle:

  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Loss of limb/traumatic amputations/loss of limb
  • Simple, compound, complex, and other types of fractures
  • Burn injuries
  • Organ damage
  • Muscle and nerve damage
  • Back, neck, and shoulder pain
  • Scars and disfigurement

We also handle the following types of injuries that are fairly unique to motorcycle riders:

  • Road rash. This injury occurs when riders slide along the road, severely damaging any exposed skin. Victims may require skin grafts and plastic surgery.
  • Biker’s am. This injury may occur as a rider uses their arm to try to cushion the blow.
  • Leg injuries. These injuries are also common motorcycle injuries because the rider gets entangled in their motorcycle.

What laws regulate riding a motorcycle in Alabama?

Motorcycle riders in Alabama must comply with the following requirements:

  • They must have a valid Class M (motorcycle) license.
  • Riders must wear helmets that have a chinstrap and a solid exterior.
  • Motorcycle riders have the right to the full use of a lane.
  • Lane splitting is illegal.
  • Two motorcycles can ride two abreast in the same lane.
  • Motorcycles must have a muffler to prevent excessive noise.
  • Liability insurance in the amount of bodily injury ($25,000 for one person and $50,000 for two or more persons – in one accident), and property damage ($25,000).

Alabama has a strict contributory negligence law. This means that if you are partly responsible for an accident, you cannot recover any damages. You must be free of fault to recover.

Who do you hold liable for motorcycle accidents in Alabama?

Our Northport motorcycle accident lawyers hold everyone responsible for your accident liable. The defendants generally include one or more of the following:

  • A driver of a car, truck, or another motorcycle
  • The driver of the motorcycle on which you were a passenger
  • An employer of a driver
  • The owner of the vehicle driven by the negligent driver
  • A manufacturer of defective motorcycle parts (even motorcycle drivers can hold manufacturers accountable)
  • Other defendants, depending on how the accident happens

What compensation can I receive for a motorcycle accident claim in Northport, AL?

Our Tuscaloosa County motorcycle accident lawyers seek to place you in the same position (or as close as possible) as you were before the accident. In personal injury cases, we demand compensation for your damages so far and all your likely future damages, including:

  • Medical care of every type and nature, including hospitalizations, doctor visits, and rehabilitative care
  • Income loss, including short-term and long-term disability compensation
  • Physical pain and emotional suffering
  • Property damage, such as damage to your motorcycle
  • Loss of bodily function
  • Inability to enjoy life’s pleasures
  • Scarring and disfigurement

If a family member dies due to a motorcycle accident, we seek punitive damages in a wrongful death claim to compensate the surviving family members.

What is the statute of limitations for filing a motorcycle accident claim in Alabama?

Generally, you must file your motorcycle accident claim within two years from the date of the accident. Don’t delay. Call us now to maximize your legal and medical recovery.

Do you have a Northport, AL motorcycle accident lawyer near me?

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Yes. We meet motorcycle riders and families at our Tuscaloosa office located at 2311 University Boulevard, Suite A, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. If your health makes travel difficult, please contact us to discuss alternate arrangements. We also speak with clients by phone and through Zoom and other online platforms.

We’re here to prepare you for each step of the claims process.

Speak with our accomplished Northport, Alabama, motorcycle accident lawyers today

We understand how stressed you are. Your health isn’t good. Your bills are accumulating. You can’t work. At Prince Glover Hayes, we have the experience and working relationships to help you obtain justice. We’re ready to fight for all the compensation you deserve now. Please phone us or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation. We handle motorcycle accident claims on a contingency fee basis. This means we only receive compensation if your claim is successful.