Oklahoma Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Beaver County Motorcycle Accident Case:

$78,000 Jury Award

An unemployed man was riding his motorcycle around when a car slammed into him. The automobile driver apparently attempted to turn left into the motorcycle rider’s lane but instead collided with him.

He suffered soft tissue damage and a broken wrist after falling off his bike. The motorbike rider filed a negligence lawsuit against the automobile driver, alleging that the defendant was responsible for his injuries, as well as a 35 percent reduction in his hand and arthritis.

The defendant claimed that the plaintiff motorcycle rider was drag racing with other motorbike riders and hence was not entitled to compensation due to his contributory negligence.

The jury determined that the plaintiff was 30 percent responsible for the accident. He was still eligible to recover because the percentage of contributory negligence was less than 51 percent, but his $78,000 motorcycle accident lawsuit judgement was lowered to $54,600.

Marshall County Motorcycle Accident Claim: $6,415,000 Award by Jury Verdict

Several people were involved in this motorcycle collision. When a vehicle hauling a boat changed lanes and hindered their progress, a man and a woman were traveling calmly on a motorcycle.

Because the cyclists were unable to stop quickly enough to avoid the accident, the result was a serious collision. The woman was hurt in the leg, and the male motorbike rider incurred a herniated disc in his back.

The two motorcyclists filed a lawsuit against the truck driver, claiming that he changed lanes carelessly and should have been more attentive to avoid a motorcycle accident.

The defendant categorically denied any wrongdoing and offered no settlement offer. The case was litigated at trial. The jury awarded $6,415,000 in damages for the following:

• $172,000 in medical expenses
• $526,000 in lost wages
• $2,717,000 in pain and suffering
• $3,000,000 in fines
• $6,415,000 in total

Major County Motorcycle Accident; $30,000 Jury award

A automobile rear-ended a young man in his mid-twenties who was waiting on a motorcycle at a red light signal. In his lower back, he had excruciating pain and soft tissue injury. He sued the automobile driver for these injuries, as well as the fact he was unable to start full-time work that he was supposed to start soon after the accident.

The defendant acknowledged that he was responsible for the accident and the plaintiff’s injuries. She even claimed that her car’s defective brakes contributed to her failure to stop in time to avert the incident.

However, the driver’s insurance company disputed the full extent of the damages claimed, claiming that this did not prohibit the plaintiff from re-starting his employment. The judges awarded the young man $30,000 in the following manner (giving him some credit for lost earnings):

• $5,500 in medical bills
• $6,900 for pain and suffering
• $17,600 in lost wages
• $30,000 in total

Motorcycle Accident in Stephens County; $28,000 Jury Award

A motorcycle driver was riding down the highway when a car approaching from the opposite direction turned left in front of him. The rider received soft tissue damage to his legs and feet as a result of the collision. In addition, he developed an unsightly scar on his right leg. The victim filed a lawsuit against the driver, alleging that he should have been more cautious and vigilant while turning.

Although the defendant conceded guilt, he maintained that the plaintiff’s injuries were not as serious as he claimed. After failing to reach an agreement, the case went to trial on the sole question of damages, with the jury deciding that $28,000 was the acceptable amount.

2007; Caddo County Motorcycle Accident; $14,000 Jury Award;

A man in his forties was riding his motorcycle between two automobiles when the car in front of him rear-ended him, sending his motorcycle crashing into the car in front of him.

The biker received numerous injuries as a result of the accident, including soft tissue damage throughout his body. He filed a lawsuit against the driver who started the chain reaction.

The defendant agreed to begin the collision but contested that the encounter caused the plaintiff’s injuries, citing the plaintiff’s expert testimony regarding the motorcyclist’s pre-existing ailments.

Despite the plaintiff’s earlier pains being evidenced, the jury awarded him a $14,000 verdict ($12,000 for medical bills and $2,000 for pain and suffering).

If you are injured while riding a motorbike and suffer property damage, brain injuries, medical bills, or other losses, contact an attorney or a group of personal injury lawyers for a free consultation.

A motorbike rider may be eligible to compensation from the other driver or their insurance company if they were at fault in the vehicle collision.

Motorcycle Accident in Cotton County; $495,000 Jury Award

Mr. Grady, was riding his motorbike around a tiny town in northern Cook County when a truck driver abruptly and unexpectedly drove into his lane, colliding with him.

Grady had just entered a left-turn lane and was about to turn when the vehicle merged into the same lane without signaling, yielding, or even looking up from his phone.

Grady’s knees, wrists, hands, and shoulders were severely broken and torn in the motorbike accident, necessitating considerable medical treatment and surgery.

He sued both the driver and the driver’s employer; however, because the driver’s behavior was considered to be deliberate and wanton (talking on the phone while driving), it was determined that it was not in the course of his work, and the employer was dismissed as a defendant. Grady’s auto insurance provider will be responsible for paying the $495,000 verdict.

Motorcycle Accident in Woods County; $50,000 Jury Award

Ms. Miller was riding her motorbike down a busy street in Oklahoma, when she spotted a car following her closely. The automobile approached her bike from behind and attempted to get around her.

However, the car collided with her motorcycle, resulting in an accident. Miller sa uffered a shattered collarbone as well as other injuries all over her body as a result of the incident.

Both sides claimed the other driver was at fault for failing to slow down, keep a good lookout, and being otherwise careless. The jury believed Miller and gave her a $50,000 payment, but they also assigned her 45 percent of the blame for the disaster, effectively halving the amount.

Kiowa County, $100,000 Motorcycle Accident Settlement Claim

Both vehicles were traveling down hwy 183 in Kane County when the accident occurred. Defendant cut plaintiff off when he turned left to enter a fast food drive in.  They collided head-on, leaving Paul with a shattered bone and other injuries.

Plaintiff filed a negligence suit against defendant, claiming damages for lost wages, medical bills, and other expenses. They reached an out-of-court settlement for $100,000, which was the maximum amount covered by their insurance coverage.

$250,000 Motorcycle Accident Settlement in, Garvin County

A head-on collision was involved in this motorcycle accident settlement. the plaintiff, was riding his motorbike down a state highway when the defendant’s vehicle over the median line and collided with him. Plaintiff shattered his leg as well as other injuries sustained by the rider, and his health finally deteriorated to the point where he required an amputation.

Plaintiff filed a negligence lawsuit against the other driver. While the defendant did give a defense, it was short-lived, presumably due to the plain nature of who was at fault in this case. As a result, both parties promptly agreed to accept the insurance company’s policy maximum sum of $250,000.

If you have been in a motorcycle accident, speak with an attorney from our office regarding the insurance policy that applies to you after the event. After speaking with insurance providers, a personal injury lawyer may be able to help increase the settlement value of motorcycle accidents significantly.