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How Are Motorcycle Accidents Investigated in California?

How Are Motorcycle Accidents Investigated in California?

Motorcycles are a popular means of transportation in California. This is not surprising, considering California’s scenic views and warm weather that a motorcyclist can enjoy better than a driver in a car or truck. There are over 800,000 registered motorcycles on the roads in California and an equally high number of motorcycle crashes. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation. To help you build a strong accident claim, partner with a skilled motorcycle accident attorney.  

Younglove Law Group is an experienced team of motorcycle accident attorneys helping victims in California. California’s laws surrounding motorcycle accidents are complex regarding personal injury, so it is important to know how motorcycle accidents are investigated. 

How Are California Motorcycle Accidents Investigated?

When a motorcycle accident occurs, in order to determine who should be compensated for any losses suffered, investigators must determine what caused the motorcycle accident and who was at fault. 

What Caused the Motorcycle Accident?

When investigating a California motorcycle accident, one of the first things that investigators will look into is what could have caused the accident to occur. Some common causes of motorcycle accidents include:

  • Making a sharp turn too quickly
  • Driving over gravel or debris in the road
  • Poor road conditions like hazardous weather
  • Vehicle failure
  • Lane splitting
  • Changing a lane too close to a vehicle in front of or behind them
  • Being hit by another vehicle from behind
  • Distracted driving
  • Another driver’s failure to see a motorcyclist

Understanding what caused a motorcycle accident may help determine who may be responsible for the accident and what damages you may collect for the losses you have suffered from it. 

Determining Fault in a California Motorcycle Accident

California is an at-fault state, meaning the liability of damages after an accident falls to the party or driver who was at fault for the accident’s occurrence. Depending on the degree of fault of the at-fault party, the victim’s compensation may be increased or decreased. 

Many people assume that a motorcyclist is at fault due to their reputation for being more dangerous than a four-wheeled vehicle, but do not let anyone convince you that you are at fault without reviewing evidence. Other drivers’ negligent acts often cause motorcycle accidents. Especially if you have suffered an injury as a result of the accident, the following evidence is helpful when determining fault:

  • Witness statements
  • Photos of property damage, the scene of the accident, and any visible injuries
  • Accident report

An experienced motorcycle accident injury attorney may be able to help you gain access to this crucial evidence. 

Can You Collect Damages After a Motorcycle Accident?

Following a motorcycle accident that has left you injured, you may be entitled to collect compensation for the losses you have suffered as a result. Some damages you may be eligible for include:

  • Medical expenses
  • Property damage
  • Pain and suffering
  • Lost wages
  • Loss of earning potential

To help you understand what damages you may be eligible to collect for your losses, you may want to partner with a California motorcycle injury attorney. 

California Motorcycle Accident Injury Attorneys Are on Your Side

Motorcycle accidents can be devastating for the victims and their loved ones as they heal from their losses. As you try to heal from your injuries, understanding how California officials will investigate your accident is vital as you build a motorcycle injury claim. To build a strong injury claim, partnering with a motorcycle accident injury attorney will be helpful. 

Younglove Law Group is a team of award-winning motorcycle accident attorneys helping victims in California get justice for the losses they have suffered. Offering clients aggressive and experienced representation, our legal team focuses on helping our clients build strong claims. For a free case review, fill out our online contact form or call (949) 691-3660. 

September 10, 2021/by younglovelaw
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