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Paducah Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle Wreck Lawyers Serving Paducah Residents

Motorcycle accidents are some of the most heartbreaking and tragic accidents observed on the road. Motorcyclists travel with limited safety mechanisms, and when an accident happens, they are more likely to be injured than someone traveling in a car. A Paducah motorcycle accident lawyer can provide valuable assistance in helping injured cyclists recover fair compensation for injuries caused by another driver. At Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz, our motorcycle accident lawyers have the resources and support staff needed to help those injured in bike crashes recover the compensation that they deserve for losses such as medical bills, lost earnings, and everything else they’ve been through. On behalf of our clients, we take steps to identify all forms of damages that the law may entitle them to receive.

Seeking Compensation for Motorcycle Accident Victims in Paducah

Similar to a traditional car accident case, a motorcyclist injured in an accident will have to prove that the other driver negligently caused the accident in order to recover a settlement or verdict to compensate for losses sustained. Establishing the legal elements of negligence is the first step in recovering damages for your injury claim. In order to prove the elements of negligence under Kentucky law, a motorcycle accident attorney in Paducah must prove the following:

  • That the at-fault driver owed a duty to the victim,
  • That the at-fault driver breached that duty,
  • That the breach caused harm to the victim, and
  • That the victim suffered damages.

Negligence may be found in many different ways, including an inattentive driver, a drunk driver, a speeding driver, or a driver following too closely. Additionally there may be other causes for the accident, such as defects in the road, motorcycle, or at fault vehicle, and our attorneys are trained to look for subsequent product liability claims that may exist.

Under Kentucky law, time is of the essence when a wreck takes place, as there is a typically a strict one year statute of limitation to resolve the personal injury claim or file a lawsuit in the appropriate court. With such a short time frame it is important to determine if the at-fault party has sufficient liability insurance coverage. In Kentucky, all drivers are required to have minimum liability insurance coverage of $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident. However, all drivers do not purchase liability insurance coverage. Due to the often severe nature of motorcycle accidents it is also possible that the at-fault driver may not have enough liability insurance coverage to fully compensate the injured motorcyclist. In such cases and instances where the at-fault driver has no insurance, an uninsured/underinsured motorist claim may be asserted.

After a motorcycle accident, you may have to be taken to the emergency room for broken bones, contusions, and road rash. You may even require extensive physical therapy after being released from the hospital, and your lacerations and road rash could lead to permanent scarring. On top of incurring medical bills for your treatment, you may have to take time off from work. Medical bills and lost wages are considered economic losses, which can be recovered. There are also non-economic losses such as pain and suffering, loss of consortium, loss of enjoyment of life, and permanent disfigurement. An experienced motorcycle accident lawyer in the Paducah area will be aware of all possible damages associated with a motorcycle accident and will work to obtain the maximum compensation on your behalf.

Hire a Knowledgeable Motorcycle Accident Attorney to Represent You

If you or someone you know has been injured in a motorcycle accident in Paducah, Mayfield, Murray, Madisonville, Hopkinsville, or Henderson, Kentucky, our team is ready to assist you. With over 30 years of experience our firm has handled motorcycle crash cases throughout the South, including Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Missouri, which means we are familiar with what it takes to build a successful case. Along with motorcycle accidents, our personal injury attorneys can also help you seek compensation in cases involving automobile accidents, truck accidents, work injuries, or product liability claims. Our firm employs over 30 attorneys and 100 staff members, all with the knowledge and desire to ensure that you are fairly compensated. Please call Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz at 800-529-4004 or complete our online form for a consultation with a Paducah motorcycle accident attorney. After your free consultation you will see that NST is the way to go!