Motorcycle Accident: What Every Rider Should Know About Their Rights
Motorcycle riders face the highest risk of all road users. They are exposed to severe injuries, lack the protection that an enclosed vehicle provides, and often pay a heavy price for accidents they did not cause. The Road Accident Victims Compensation Law (RAVICL) grants motorcycle riders who were injured the right to full compensation, regardless of the question of fault.
Lev-Taieb Law Firm has specialized in representing motorcycle accident victims for 19 years. We know how to prove the full extent of the damage, how to deal with insurance companies, and how to achieve the maximum compensation you are entitled to under the law.
Why Motorcycle Accidents Differ from Regular Car Accidents
- Severity of injuries: Motorcycle riders suffer significantly more impact force. Complex fractures, head injuries, spinal injuries, and nerve damage are far more common in motorcycle accidents.
- High compensation amounts: Due to the severity of injuries, compensation sums in motorcycle accidents are substantially higher than in other accidents.
- Fault claims against the rider: There are sometimes attempts to attribute fault to the motorcycle rider. An experienced attorney knows how to counter this argument.
- Medical disputes: Insurance companies tend to obtain medical opinions that minimize the disability rating. Professional legal representation is critical.
Rider Rights under the RAVICL
Compensation Without Fault
Under the RAVICL, an injured motorcycle rider is entitled to compensation from the insurance company of the vehicle involved in the accident, whether or not the rider was at fault. Even if the rider committed a traffic offense, the right to compensation is preserved in most cases.
Main Heads of Damage
- Pecuniary damage: Lost wages, future loss of earning capacity, medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, care assistance.
- Non-pecuniary damage: Pain and suffering, loss of quality of life, aesthetic damage.
Our Process at Lev-Taieb Law Firm
- Free initial consultation: We assess your case at no charge and explain your prospects.
- Document collection: We compile all medical records, police reports, and insurance documents.
- Expert appointment: We arrange independent medical opinions to support your claim.
- Filing the claim: We submit the claim to the insurance company and to court as required.
- Negotiation and settlement: We negotiate for an optimal resolution; if no agreement is reached, we represent you in court.
Contact Us Today
Were you injured in a motorcycle accident? Do not waive the compensation you are entitled to. Lev-Taieb Law Firm — 19 years of experience, 99.8% success rate — is at your service. The first consultation is free of charge.
Contact us now: 072-2428822
For additional details about road accidents, visit our main car accidents page.
