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motorcycle crash LAWYER FOR SERIOUS INJURY VICTIMS
IN TEXAS AND ILLINOIS
A motorcycle crash can change everything — from serious injuries to months of lost work. Our team helps riders pursue the compensation they deserve after crashes caused by careless drivers, unsafe intersections, or hazardous road conditions.
Whether your wreck happened on a busy interstate, a rural farm road, or within a fast-growing metro area, we know how to navigate the insurance process and hold the responsible parties accountable.
With experience in complex personal injury and property damage claims, our attorneys know how to protect riders — and get results.
Whether your wreck happened on a busy interstate, a rural farm road, or within a fast-growing metro area, we know how to navigate the insurance process and hold the responsible parties accountable.
With experience in complex personal injury and property damage claims, our attorneys know how to protect riders — and get results.
Causes of Motorcycle Crashes
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Motorcycle crashes happen for many reasons — distracted drivers, unsafe lane changes, speeding, or failure to yield. In regions where weather can shift quickly and construction zones are common, riders face even more risk. Our firm investigates every factor: from skid mark patterns and helmet damage to the sequence of traffic signals. We work closely with a range of experts—including accident reconstruction engineers, biomechanics specialists, medical experts, and roadway safety analysts—to establish liability and maximize your recovery. Our team has extensive experience deposing defense experts and will seek to strike any expert who is not qualified or whose opinions are unreliable or merely conclusory. |
REMEMBER
Immediately move to preserve evidence at the scene of the incident including videos and photographs of the motorcycle, road conditions, weather conditions, obstructions, construction in the area, traffic lights, and the other vehicles involved. |
What to Do After a Motorcycle Crash
- Get medical care immediately — even if you feel fine.
- Report the crash to local authorities and request a copy of the accident report.
- Take photos of the scene, license plates, and weather conditions.
- Contact Gilani Law Firm before giving any statement to insurance companies.
The sooner you act, the stronger your claim.
common injuries from motorcycle crashes
Motorcycle crashes often lead to severe injuries — fractures, road rash, spinal trauma, and head injuries.
We work with top medical experts to document long-term effects like nerve damage and chronic pain. Every case is built to reflect the true cost of recovery — not just today’s hospital bills.
Insurance and compensation
Motorcycle insurance laws vary by region, but riders everywhere face the same battle: insurers undervaluing claims.
Our attorneys know how to demand full compensation — for past pain and suffering, lost wages, future medical care. etc. We’re experienced in handling disputes involving underinsured motorists and hit-and-run drivers.
Motorcycle insurance laws vary by region, but riders everywhere face the same battle: insurers undervaluing claims.
Our attorneys know how to demand full compensation — for past pain and suffering, lost wages, future medical care. etc. We’re experienced in handling disputes involving underinsured motorists and hit-and-run drivers.
Frequently asked questions - Motorcycle crashes
Who’s usually at fault in a motorcycle accident?
Fault depends on negligence — for example, a driver making an unsafe lane change, following too closely, or failing to yield. But local comparative-fault rules can reduce your recovery if you’re found partially responsible.
That’s why a proper investigation — witness statements, crash reconstruction, and scene photos — matters from day one.
How do insurance claims work for motorcycle wrecks?
Motorcycle insurance requirements and coverage limits differ by region. Many riders carry minimum liability coverage, which might not cover serious injuries. You may have options through underinsured motorist (UIM) or medical payments coverage, but insurers rarely explain your rights clearly.
A skilled attorney can evaluate all available sources of recovery, including the at-fault driver’s policy.
What if the other driver says they didn’t see me?
That’s one of the most common excuses in motorcycle crash cases. Visibility doesn’t excuse negligence — drivers must check blind spots, signal turns, and yield appropriately.
Helmet color, lane position, and lighting can be key evidence in proving you were fully visible and operating safely.
How do weather and road conditions affect my case?
Rain, potholes, or construction zones often play a role in motorcycle wrecks.
In some areas, local agencies or contractors may be responsible for unsafe road maintenance or poor signage.
An experienced attorney can determine whether a third-party claim is possible — not just against another driver, but against whoever created the hazard.
How long do I have to file a motorcycle accident claim?
Every region has a strict legal deadline (called a statute of limitations) for filing personal injury claims — in Texas and Illinois it is 2 years.
If you wait too long, your right to compensation may be gone completely.
Don’t assume time is on your side — act early to protect your case.