Best Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Fountain Valley

Fountain Valley sees a lot of motorcycle riders on the local streets every day. When involved in an accident, contact the top personal injury attorney in Orange County. At The Law Offices of Daniel Kim, we specialize in motorcycle accidents.

If you own a motorcycle, then you understand the thrill of being on the open road. However, you also know firsthand how dangerous the roads can be for motorcyclists. If you or a loved one were involved in an accident, please contact our law offices to discuss your case. We offer a free evaluation to get started.

Contact a Fountain Valley Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Motorcycle accidents are life-changing. Unfortuantltey, even when the rider is not at fault, they are not properly compensated for their injuries. In fact, many victims make the assumption that insurers will easily provide them with a big settlement.

Instead, the claims process becomes an uphill battle that does not always result in the best outcome.

At The Law Offices of Daniel Kim in Fountain Valley, our team of attorneys had helped numerous clients recover maximum compensation from their accident. Our team knows how to handle the insurance companies, and we have the track record to prove it. Here is what you can expect from working with our law firm:

• 99% success rate
• Recovered over $300 million in settlements and verdicts
• Absolutely free, no-risk consultation
• We can come to you if you are unable to come to our office
• Access to the best medical care in your area
• Over 1,000 Positive reviews on Yelp and Google
• You can contact us 24-hours a day, seven days a week

If you were injured in an accident, please contact The Law Offices of Daniel Kim today and schedule your free case assessment.

Practice Areas We Specialize In

At The Law Offices of Daniel Kim, our accident lawyers exclusively handle motor vehicle accident cases. In fact, our outstanding attorneys focus on motor vehicle accidents, setting us apart from other firms.

Car Accidents – This can involve any type of crash from an Uber wreck, to maybe a teenage driver hitting you, or maybe an old lady ran a red light and rear-ended your car.

Truck Accidents – There are actually quite a few semi-truck accidents in the area. However, our law firm knows what needs to be done to protect your legal rights.

Pedestrian Accidents – These are always bad accidents because a pedestrian has no chance against a 2,000 lb. car that runs them over.

Bike Accidents – Bike accidents always lead to a serious injury, even if you are wearing a helmet.

Uber Accidents – Uber and Lyft have become so popular that sometimes it seems like every other car on the road is an Uber or Lyft driver.  Uber and Lyft have unique commercial insurance policies. Therefore, passengers and other cars who were hit by a driver can file a claim.

Catastrophic Injuries – In саtаѕtrорhіс іnjurіеѕ, the vісtіm іѕ еntіtlеd to rесеіvе muсh hіghеr compensation соmраrеd tо the ones whо ѕuffеr mіnоr іnjurіеѕ.

Wrongful Death – In California, the deceased’s spouse, child, partner, and other entitled individuals can file a claim and receive damages.

How Much a Motorcycle Accident Settlement Is Worth

All motorcycle accident victims want to know how much their accident settlement might be worth once it settles. Each motorcycle accident in Fountain Valley has a unique story and outcome, and compensation will vary case by case.

Ultimately, the damages you suffer determine what the insurance should compensate you for. Your injuries from the motorcycle accident are the main piece of an accident case.

Pain and suffering can be more difficult to put a dollar amount on. That is why hiring a motorcycle accident lawyer is a wise choice. Long-term injuries will also play a pivotal role in how we negotiate with the insurance companies to ensure you get max compensation.

This type of injury might enable you to get compensation for:

• Physical therapy and medical care for the future
• Any drugs and medications you need for pain
• Possible home remodel for easy access (a wheelchair ramp)
• A special vehicle with handicap accommodations
• A home health care aide to help your daily life

Common Causes for Motorcycle Accidents

No matter how careful you are while riding a motorcycle you are still at high risk of being hit by another vehicle while traveling on the road. The fact that there is not much between the motorcycle rider and the road or vehicle it collides with makes riders extremely vulnerable to injury or death.

Motorcycle accidents continue to increase and there are so many variables that can cause a motorcycle crash in Fountain Valley.

• Car doors
• Driving under the influence
• Poor road conditions
• Lane splitting
• Distracted driving
• Unsafe lane changes
• Speeding
• Inexperienced drivers
• Motorcycle defects
• Left-turn accidents
• Abrupt stops

Common Injuries From a Motorcycle Accident

It is a reality that riding a motorcycle is extremely dangerous and even if you wear a helmet, there are still plenty of horrible injuries that you need to worry about. Most motorcycle riders are very passionate about this activity, but also understand the incredible risk that comes along with riding.

Follow the motorcycle laws of the roads of Fountain Valley, stay aware, and be careful in order to stay safe. Common injuries include:

• Head and neck – Though a helmet can be of help in a motorcycle crash the devastation of a head and neck injury can range from minor to life-threatening. Concussions, brain damage to the head, and torn ligaments, tendons, and broken bones in the neck can be very damaging and have everlasting consequences.
• Road rash – This is an injury that happens when a motorcycle rider slides across the pavement. A good leather jacket and pants can definitely help the rider avoid serious road rash, but if you hit the pavement in normal clothes (t-shirt, shorts, etc.) you can expect to suffer from it.
• Legs and feet– The majority of non-fatal accidents on a motorcycle is an injury to the legs and feet. Broken bones, fractures, sprains as well as other injuries of the lower extremities can be problematic.
• Back and Spine – When the spinal cord is injured from the impact of a motorcycle crash, it can result in paralysis (paraplegia). This is a catastrophic injury that usually results in permanent disability for the biker.

Fountain Valley Motorcycle Accidents

Almost 56,000 people call Fountain Valley, California home with more than 80% of the population over the age of 18 years old and possessing their driver’s license.

A decent amount of these individuals also has registered motorcycles and licenses to operate them, making the streets, highways, and byways of Fountain Valley some of the most frequently traveled motorways when it comes to motorcyclists in particular.

According to the 2017 accident data from the California Highway Patrol and their Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System, there were more than 40 accidents in Fountain Valley that involved motorcycles – a figure that is up quite a bit from the year before.

Injuries and Deaths

More than 80% of accidents throughout Orange County resulted in injury. In addition, 23 of those accidents were motorcycle-related.

DUIs

According to the California Highway Patrol, DUI charges are up more than 30% over the last five years. In addition, 11% of accidents were caused by people driving under the influence.

Registered Motorcycles in California

The state of California has the most registered motorcycles of any state in the US. In fact, there are more than 800,000 registered motorcycles. This number is more than 100,000 registered motorcycles higher than the second-place state in the country.

Dangerous Intersections in Fountain Valley for Motorcycle Accidents

There are some dangerous roads in Fountain Valley, like Newland St., Slater Ave., and Ellis Ave. Other dangerous roadways include the following.

• Habor Blvd. and Edinger Ave.
• Talbert Ave. and Bushard St.
• Ellis Ave. and Brookhurst St.
• Talbert Ave. and Brookurst St.
• Magnolia St. and Ellis Ave.
• Lilac Ave. and Harbor Blvd.
• Slater Ave. and Brookhurst St.
• Warner Ave. and Euclid St.
• Warner Ave. and Brookhurst St.
• Slater Ave. and Magnolia St.

The Law Offices of Daniel Kim – Costa Mesa Office
Address: 611 Anton Boulevard, Suite #1000, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Phone: (714) 790-3519