There is a bias against bikers. You know it, and so do we. Don't let the insurance company blame you for your accident simply because you ride a bike.

Keller & Keller is a top-rated Indiana motorcyle accident lawyer. Our firm has successfully represented hundreds of clients injured in Indiana motorcycle accidents. Our history and experience with Indiana personal injury cases is recognized by our peers and the insurance companies as exceptional.

7 reasons our Indiana motorcycle accident lawyers are well-known:

♦  Named “Super Lawyers” in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009 by Law & Politics
♦  We have extensive Motorcycle experience and documented results
♦  We are members in the Multimillion Dollar Advocates forum
♦  We have achieved an AV rating by Martindale Hubbell
♦  Our lawyers ride Motorcycles and actively litigate Indiana Motorcycle cases
♦  Free case evaluation and "no-pressure" legal consultation
♦  No Fee until Keller & Keller WINS your Indiana motorcycle injury case

Motorcycle accidents usually mean serious injury. In fact, 80% of all reported motorcycle crashes result in traumatic injury or wrongful death, while only 20% of accidents involving cars end similarly. Motorcycle helmets, gloves, boots, and leathers may help to reduce the severity of an injury, but they will never fully protect you from cars or trucks who never see you, follow a motorcycle too closely, or simply fail to yield the right of way.  

Witnesses to a motorcycle accident will often be bias in their version of events, and anyone not witnessing the accident will assume because you were on a bike, you are partially or fully at fault.  Motorcyclists everywhere face a bias, and it can cost you.  

How does a bias against motorcyclists hurt you?

Insurance companies know that a jury will likely place fault on a motorcyclist due to public bias.  They hope that the negative assumption the public has about motorcyclists will help them to win the case, or significantly reduce their liability and the amount they have to pay you for medical care and pain and suffering.  As an injured biker, you will need a trial-tested and experienced Indiana motorcycle injury lawyer.  
                                                    
Injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident are often traumatic, such as debilitating and life altering spinal injuries.  Injured motorcyclists often find it nearly impossible to get the insurance company to cover the entirety of their short-term and long-term care. And depending on the severity of your injury, medical care may be necessary for years. Some of the most common motorcycle crash injuries are listed below:

Mental Trauma: If the accident was highly traumatic, a victim, as well as witnesses, may be afflicted by post traumatic stress disorder. Post traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is often heard in reference to war veterans. However, it is a frightening reality for thousands of motorcycle crash victims.

Those suffering from PTSD may have a hard time sleeping. The person may also relive the event over and over again throughout the day. The sufferer may avoid the cause of the mental trauma. If the trauma occurred while riding a motorcycle, daily life can become extremely difficult. Even a ride to the store may cause the victim to relive the terrifying accident.

Treating post traumatic stress disorder is possible, and the treatments are often very successful. However, insurance companies may not cover the treatments. In this case you will need a motorcyle lawyer to help you cover the costs of therapy.

Closed Head Injuries: Closed head injuries, commonly seen in motorcycle accidents, are also known as traumatic brain injury (TBI), brain stem injury, subdural hematoma, and in the most serious cases brain death. Closed head injuries are injuries to the brain that occur without a laceration or external wound to the head.

Over 570,000 receive closed head injuries a year. Of these, over 25% will arrive at the hospital dead on arrival. Closed head injuries are prone to misdiagnosis as the symptoms may not occur immediately. In addition, a hospital staff or doctor may not give immediate care if symptoms do not appear immediately. Often this lack of timely care can negatively affect the patients’ long term outcome.

Trauma Pain: Trauma pain is any injury or wound caused by an external force. The extent of the injury can vary greatly. A bruise or minor cut is considered minor trauma pain, while a bone break or head trauma is categorized as severe. Some other examples of severe trauma pain are broken bones, open wounds or lacerations, spinal cord injuries, head trauma and whiplash. Depending on the severity, treatments to attain full recovery may be possible only after months of expensive medical treatment.

Orthopedic Injuries: Orthopedic injuries, also common in motorcycle accidents, can include the aforementioned broken or fractured bones. However, this type of injury also includes strained or sprained muscles and torn ligaments or tendons. There are many ways orthopedic injuries occur during a motorcycle crash and their severity can vary.

Spinal injuries: If a spinal injury is minor, it may only cause mild symptoms and may be easily treated. However, if the impact of the accident causes extensive damage to the spine, it may cost an accident victim their life. A spinal cord injury is extremely serious and can cause partial or full paralysis. Paralysis is a loss of function or sensation below the injured portion of the spinal cord.

Though modern medicine can work wonders, if the spinal cord has been too badly damaged, there may be no way to restore the victims’ ability to function normally. This life altering event is extremely difficult for the injured person and their family. The cost of physical therapy and other medical treatments for spinal cord injuries can quickly become overwhelming. It is of the utmost importance that the injured party and their family receive adequate compensation.

Motor Vehicle Accident Facts: There were an estimated 6,420,000 motorcycles, cars and other motor vehicles involved in accidents in the US in 2005. The cost of these accidents exceeds 230+ Billion dollars. There were about 2.9 million injury cases and 42,636 car accident deaths. An average of 115 persons die each day in motor vehicle crashes in the United States -- one every 13 minutes. According to the World Health Organization about 3,000 people die in crashes each day worldwide.

Remember, while Indiana motorcycle accidents can happen anywhere, at any time, some roads and highways are more dangerous than others. The following roadways can be particularly hazardous: I69, I65, I74, US 31, I465, and I70.

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Library for Motorcycle Accidents:

• The Most Common Motorcycle Accident In Michigan   
  Description: Many motorcycle accidents occur because other drivers do not see motorcycles approaching. Find out more about why turning in front of and running into motorcycles is the number one cause of motorcycle accidents in Michigan - and how you can help prevent these deadly accidents.
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  Description: How many people died in motorcycle accidents in 2008? How many people were seriously injured in 2008 in motorcycle accidents? What percentage of motorcycle accidents involve drinking and driving? The following motorcycle statistics answer these questions and more.
• Motorcycle Accident Prevention | Motorcycle Safety Tips | Motorcycle Accident Injury Attorney   
  Description: Below are six easy rules to follow in order to minimize your chances of having a motorcycle accident or motorcycle accident injury. Though some of them involve simple common sense and others seems intuitive, it is a fact that most motorcycle accidents occur when these rules of motorcycle safety are not followed.
• Illinois Motorcycle Laws | Illinois Motorcycle Regulations   
  Description: You can help prevent Illinois motorcycle accidents and Illinois motorcycle injuries by learning the Illinois motorcycle laws and Illinois motorcycle regulations.
• Motorcycle accident attorneys Keller & Keller provide readers with a run-down of Michigan Motorcycle Laws.   
  Description: Michigan lawmakers have tried to reduce the number of motorcycle accidents and motorcycle injuries by putting a number of laws in place to protect riders. Learn about the rules and regulations for motorcycle riders on Michigan roads.
• New Mexico Motorcycle Laws   
  Description: Keller & Keller provides a simple, easy-to-read list of New Mexico's motorcycle laws, including New Mexico helmet laws, New Mexico motorcycle passenger laws, New Mexico helmet speaker laws, New Mexico side-view mirror laws, and New Mexico lane-splitting laws.
• Harley Davidson Wobble   
  Description: Also know as the "rear steer" or "death wobble," the Harley-Davidson Wobble is a subtle but potentially dangerous vibration found in Harleys that can lead to motorcycle accidents, motorcycle injuries, and motorcycle fatalities. Learn more about the Harley-Davidson wobble.
• Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents   
  Description: Motorcycle accidents happen every day across the country, but what are the most common causes of bike accidents? In this article, we cover some of the common dangers of motorbike riding as well as how bikers can stay safe on the roads.
• How Much Is My Motorcycle Injury Case Worth?   
  Description: This helpful document covers how much your injury case is worth, and how the value of something like a tragic accident that involves injury could possibly have a dollar value attached to it.
• Indiana Motorcycle Laws   
  Description: Keller & Keller provides a simple, easy-to-read list of current motorcylce laws in the state of Indiana.
• Handling Dangerous Surfaces On Your Motorcycle   
  Description: One of the biggest hazards for motorcycle drivers is dangerous surfaces such as grating, broken pavement, slippery surfaces, railroad tracks, and grooved pavement. This article goes over tips and tricks for handling these situations with caution and safety first.
• What Are The Motorcycle Laws And Regulations In Indiana?   
  Description: Motorcycles can be more dangerous to drive than other vehicles - are you familiar with the motorcycle laws in Indiana? Learn how to stay safe and how to follow the motorcycle rules and regulations of the road.
• What Can the Hurt Report Tell Us About Motorcycle Safety Today?   
  Description: The Hurt Report remains to be the most important study to date on the causes of motorcycle accidents. Published in 1981, it provided the United States and the world with research that has lead to significant motorcycle crash prevention campaigns.

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Frequent Questions for Motorcycle Accidents:

• I was hurt in a motorcycle accident last week, and the other driver's insurance company has offered to settle. Should I accept it?
• How do I know if a motorcycle helmet is acceptable under my state's helmet law?
• I ride a motorcycle recreationally, usually only on weekends. Do I have to wear a helmet?
• I wasn't wearing a helmet when I was in an accident. Does that make a difference?
• I was in a traffic accident when a car turned left in front of me while I was riding my motorcycle. Who is at fault?
• How long will my case take?
• I did not carry insurance on my motorcycle. Can I still sue the driver who hit me?
• Is an investigation of my motorcycle accident case important?
• What am I entitled to receive for my injuries as a result of my motorcycle accident?
• Why should I take a camera with me while riding my motorcycle?
• Who is liable for injuries or death to motorcycle operators and passengers?
• Who has the right to sue for a motorcycle accident injury and death case?
• How dangerous is a motorcycle accident in comparison to an auto accident?

Videos about Motorcycle Accidents:

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Web Resources for Motorcycle Accidents:

• Motorcycle Helmets

  Description: How effective is your motorcylce helmet? This site contains valuable answers surrounding the debate of which type of helmet offers the best protection.

• Motorcycle Awareness

  Description: This site provides additional motorcycle safety tips as well as the risks associated with riding and operating motorcycle.

• Motorcycle Safety

  Description: An extensive website that provides riders with safety tips and interactive tours of biker riding courses.

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