Exploring the beautiful state of Connecticut on the back of a motorcycle is a thrilling and exciting event, but can turn deadly when negligence or recklessness is at play. Whether you are enjoying the views around Stanley Quarter Park or you are driving down Corbin Avenue toward Kensington, when another driver causes an accident, you may be entitled to recover compensation, and an experienced New Britain motorcycle accident lawyer is here to help.
For over 100 years, the team at Jacobs & Jacobs has built a reputation based on high levels of legal skill and hard work. We have the financial resources and staff needed to handle any kind of injury case and can prepare each case as if it were headed to trial. We have a track record of success when it comes to obtaining results through large verdicts and settlements on behalf of our clients and are now ready to turn our time and attention to your motorcycle accident case.
In 2024, motorcyclists accounted for 3.6% of all traffic injuries, and 15% of all traffic fatalities were motorcyclists across the United States. Additionally, 35% of those who perish in a motorcycle accident aren’t wearing helmets, yet even with protective gear, individuals find themselves injured when another driver’s negligence or recklessness causes a collision.
At Jacobs & Jacobs, we have handled numerous devastating motorcycle accident cases and understand how frustrating and terrifying it can be to be injured or have a loved one killed because of another party’s negligence. We have sought and secured compensation for clients in a number of different motorcycle accident claims, including those caused by the following:
Determining cause is often one of the first steps we take in a motorcycle accident claim. Once cause has been identified, we are more able to pinpoint the party liable for the accident and calculate the full amount of compensation you are entitled to recover.
When you or a loved one has suffered injuries and other damages in a motorcycle accident caused by a negligent party, you’re likely entitled to compensation. Your attorney is here to calculate the full amount of compensation you deserve, which can include:
There are numerous injuries that can be suffered in a motorcycle accident in New Britain. The most common include broken bones and fractures, road rash, traumatic brain injuries, internal organ or nerve damage, internal bleeding, damage to the body’s soft tissues, neck and back injuries, spinal cord damage, amputations or limb loss, and death.
Following a motorcycle accident, it is important that you move yourself to a place of safety and call 911. Even if you do not feel seriously injured, it is important that the police report to the scene and you get checked over by medical professionals for any invisible or delayed injuries. You also should exchange contact and insurance information with the liable driver and take photos of your injuries and the accident scene.
A motorcycle accident lawyer can take a number of actions on your behalf during an injury claim. First, they are there to listen to your side of the story, investigate the crash, and collect important evidence. They can also build a case to prove negligence, defend you against any shifted blame, and negotiate with the liable party on your behalf.
In a motorcycle accident, there are numerous parties who might be at fault, and the exact party liable in your case depends on the facts of your accident. However, the most common parties liable in motorcycle accidents can include other drivers, the actual owner of a vehicle, or the employer of a negligent driver.
When the time comes to hire a motorcycle accident lawyer in New Britain, the attorneys at Jacobs & Jacobs are here for you. Contact our offices today to learn more and schedule your initial consultation.