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TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Jerez Law: Experienced Las Vegas Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
- The Hazards Las Vegas Motorcycle Riders Face
- Accident Rates
- Nevada Law – Motorcycle Drivers and Passengers Have Rights
- Nevada Law – Lane Splitting
- Active Military and Veterans Involved in Motorcycle Accidents
- Motorcycle Accident Statistics in Las Vegas, NV
- Motorcycle – Common Injuries
- Las Vegas Motorcycle Accident Lawyer FAQ
- Insurance Companies – Our Specialty
- Contact a Las Vegas Motorcycle Accident Lawyer for Free Consultation
LAS VEGAS’S TOP TRIAL AND ACCIDENT LAWYERS
At Jerez Law, we have an experienced team of Las Vegas Motorcycle accident attorneys. As one of the most well-respected personal injury law firms in Las Vegas, we show a high degree of dedication to our clients as we work to help them maximize their potential results. Our firm understands your rights and shows determination and commitment when it comes to fighting to help you retain them following a serious motorcycle accident.
You can feel confident that the attorneys at Jerez Law will offer as much support as possible throughout your motorcycle accident claim.
THE HAZARDS LAS VEGAS MOTORCYCLE RIDERS FACE
While motorcycle accident fatalities throughout Nevada saw a notable decrease in 2019, dropping 9.4 percent from the previous year, Las Vegas motorcycle riders are still at risk for accidents.
DANGEROUS ROADS AND INTERSECTIONS
Las Vegas has many roads that may pose dangers to motorcycle riders. Notably, I-15 and US-95 are host to many serious motorcycle accidents each year, as is the Las Vegas Strip. While Las Vegas Boulevard draws many riders due to the picturesque skyline, it too sees many motorcycle accidents each year.
Dangerous roads and intersections can increase accident risk for motorcycles for several reasons. Sometimes, dangerous roads may have significant traffic, which can raise the risk of any accident. Other times, certain roads may have poor visibility, which can prove particularly problematic for motorcycle drivers. Motorcycles already occupy less space on the road and prove harder to notice than larger passenger vehicles, so obstacles that interfere with visibility may prove even worse for them than for the average driver of a passenger vehicle.
NEGLIGENT PASSENGER VEHICLE DRIVERS
Busy cities, like Las Vegas, can pose more hazards to motorcycle riders than less-traveled areas. In busy cities, drivers often pay less attention to the smaller vehicles in the vicinity. Las Vegas has relatively heavy traffic during the day, especially during its extended rush hours, which may last from 3 pm to 7 pm. During that time, drivers may feel pressure to stay on guard as they try to navigate through traffic as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, they may fail to pay attention to the smaller motorcycles that can slip into their blind spots.
Negligent passenger vehicle drivers may have a hard time keeping up with the activities of others on the road. Drivers may drive while distracted or intoxicated, which may increase the risk that they will cause a serious accident. Worse, many drivers may have a hard time keeping up with the movement of motorcycles around them, since motorcycles occupy less space and may not fit the visual profile of other cars on the road.
LANE SPLITTING
Las Vegas motorcycle riders may know that Nevada has not yet legalized lane splitting. Lane splitting means traveling between two lanes of traffic. For motorcycle riders, lane splitting may make it much easier and faster to get to destinations, especially in heavy traffic or when traffic crawls to a standstill in response to an accident or hazard; however, this is still not legal in Nevada.
Aside from the legality of lane splitting, it also brings with it several unique dangers. Lane splitting places the motorcycle in an area where other drivers do not necessarily expect a vehicle. As a result, it may significantly increase the risk that the motorcycle rider will sustain severe injuries in an accident.
WEATHER HAZARDS
Las Vegas typically experiences extremely dry weather. Most of the time, it does not rain and motorcycle riders can count on great weather as they head out on their journeys, whether it be for a long ride or a quick picturesque cruise.
When rain does fall, it can make the roads very slick, very quickly. Over time, oil drips onto the road as vehicles drive on it, making the surface slick. Light rains s can leave that oil at the surface of the road, making it even more slick. When we get the monsoon seasonal raings, they can wash the oil off—but hard precipitation also creates motorcycling hazards.
Furthermore, many motorcycle riders who live in Las Vegas do not get significant time riding in the rain—nor do other drivers. Drivers who do not drive in the rain regularly may have a harder time dealing with potential hazards, including sliding, skidding, or forgetting to allow adequate time and space to come to a stop. As a result, poor weather conditions may increase the risk of motorcycle accidents.
ACCIDENT RATES
Clark County has one of the highest rates of incidents of motorcycle crashes throughout the State of Nevada. In a recent study, Nevada Highway Patrol reported 1500 people were injured in a motorcycle accident in Clark County in a single year. In Nevada, motorcycle accident deaths were 17% of all road fatalities even though only 3% of registered vehicle owners rode motorcycles. The last reported year on file showed that 519 people died because of a motorcycle accident that occurred in Nevada.
At our firm, we understand the negligence and recklessness of many drivers who do not pay attention to motorcycles on the road. The lawyers at Jerez Law study the motorcycle accident rates and understand what it will take to help you when you have been injured in a motorcycle accident.
NEVADA LAW – MOTORCYCLE DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS HAVE RIGHTS
Fundamentally, a motorcycle is regarded in the law as if it were an automobile, and the same basic and general rules are applied to motorcycle accident cases as are applied in car accident cases. Nevada law makes clear: “A motorcycle is a motor vehicle.” Other cases have found a motorcycle accident is just as foreseeable as an automobile accident, and motorcycle riders face a much greater risk of injury in the event of an accident than do occupants of a car or motorcycle. A cause of action for personal injury or wrongful death can be brought as a result of a motorcycle accident.
ACTIVE MILITARY AND VETERANS INVOLVED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENTS
Active military and service members are afforded the right to bring a case when injured in a motorcycle accident. Under the federal law, the Service members Relief Act allows an active military or service member who is involved in a motorcycle accident to have extra time to bring a claim while that member remains on active duty. And Nevada courts have recognized a person who is in the deployed may have the the statute of limitations tolled for a certain period to bring a case during that time period of deployment.
If you are a part of Las Vegas’s community of active duty service members – you have a right to bring a claim if you are involved in a motorcycle accident. Your injuries may be compensable, even if you are not able to file a claim right away. Jerez Law has been proud to represent many veterans and active duty service members for injuries that have occurred in motorcycle accidents.
What Are The Benefits Of A Lawyer For Motorcycle Accidents?
There are an abundance of reasons for hiring a motorcycle crashes attorney. Suppose there are multiple parties involved in a motorcycle injury. In that case, the entire process typically becomes a prolonged and more complicated development. Thankfully, a motorcycle injury claims lawyer has the skills and experience necessary to deal with any additional issues raised by instances involving multiple parties. If you have considered facing your motorcycle accident claim alone, we ask you to reconsider whether you are genuinely personally equipped to navigate the entire process without our expertise. After all, there are many misconceptions about motorcycle accident lawsuits, motorcycle accident claims, and personal injury law in general. For example, a common misconception is that when an insurance company says you are at fault, you must accept their claims at face value along with any consequences. However, this is not the case, and there is often the opportunity to fight for a fairer settlement. It takes the right legal team and experienced motorcycle injury claims lawyer to receive equitable compensation for a motorcycle accident claim. Otherwise, frustrating learning curves and preventable stress may likely ensue if you face it alone.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the lives of more than 5,000 motorcyclists were lost throughout 2019. This [data point] is an increase of 9% compared to 2018. These statistics point to how lethal motorcycle accidents can be, which may signify that injured motorcyclists likely require more intensive medical treatment in general. When considering these statistics, we are further reminded of the importance of getting a motorcycle crash lawyer to handle all aspects of your case. Not only the personal injury side of a lawsuit but also potentially a wrongful death lawsuit.
MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT STATISTICS IN LAS VEGAS, NV
· Over 80% of motorcycle accidents cause a driver or passenger to suffer injury or a wrongful death.
· 33% of motorcycle crashes are caused by a driver turning into the path of a motorcycle.
· Over 40% of fatal motorcycle accidents involve alcohol.
· Head injury in a motorcycle accident is a leading cause of death and injury.
· Motorcycle helmets prevent some of the most common motorcycle injuries only at a rate of 29%.
· A rider with a helmet has a 73% lower fatality rate versus a rider without a helmet.
· Private health insurance on average pays for only 66% of the costs of inpatient care for motorcycle crash victims.
MOTORCYCLE – COMMON INJURIES
· Catastrophic bodily and head injury causing wrongful death.
· Immobilization and paraplegia.
· Traumatic Brain Injury and “Mild” Traumatic Brain Injury.
· Trauma to spine causing cervical, thoracic, and lumbar herniated discs.
· Broken hip and pelvis requiring emergency surgery and placement.
· Collapsed lungs and other serious injuries to internal organs.
· Multiple fractures to shoulders, arms, legs, and other body parts.
· Severe emotional distress, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
· Disfigurement, scarring, and permanent disability.
LAS VEGAS MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT LAWYER FAQ
Below you can find some of the answers to the frequently asked questions you might have about hiring an attorney. If you don’t see your question on this list, Jerez Law is dedicated and available at 877-77JEREZ to schedule a free consultation. There you can ask, learn, and discuss all aspects of your injury and how we can assist you in filing your claim.
CAN I AFFORD A LAS VEGAS MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEY?
Some motorcycle victims and their families forego contacting a lawyer after a severe accident because they are worried about the cost of the attorney. This tragedy often involves victims receiving inadequate settlement amounts after suffering severe injuries, if they recover. You can call the attorneys at Jerez Law for a free consultation and when we work on your case we don’t get paid until you win your case.
TRUSTED EXPERIENCED LAS VEGAS MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT ATTORNEYS
At Jerez Law, our experienced Las Vegas motorcycle accident lawyers are committed to protecting your legal rights and helping you obtain compensation for your injuries.
Above, we’ve covered some of the most common questions our Las Vegas motorcycle accident clients ask us, but we know you likely want to know about your situation including the strength of your case and what the next steps are for bringing it. We are here to answer those questions.
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