Giving Motorcyclists In Kentucky A Voice After A Serious Accident

Insurance companies often try to take advantage of people who are injured while riding a motorcycle. They will label you as a reckless driver based on nothing more than your choice to ride on two wheels.

At the law firm of Satterley & Kelley PLLC in Louisville, our lawyers have the experience to make careless drivers pay when they injure or kill someone who was riding a motorcycle. We represent motorcyclists and their family members throughout Kentucky, making sure they get a fair settlement from the insurance company and have the financial means to resume their lives once more.

Holding Careless Drivers And Their Insurance Companies Accountable

Even the most careful motorcyclist cannot guard against some types of negligence on the road. In many cases, the driver simply does not have the time or space to avoid a collision.

Here are examples of accidents that can be hard for a biker to avoid:

• A driver makes a left-hand turn in front of a motorcyclist.
• A driver pulls out in front of a motorcyclist from a side street, parking lot or driveway.
• A driver veers into the same lane as a motorcyclist.
• A driver strikes a stopped motorcyclist.
• A road crew leaves gravel or other debris on the roadway.

To hold a careless driver accountable, you need to begin building your case immediately. An experienced attorney can offer guidance for steps to take after an accident.

Gathering Evidence For A Stronger Case

Acting in your best interest immediately following an accident can be difficult, and getting the help you need can be a confusing process. It is possible for those involved in a motorcycle accident to make mistakes along the way, but our attorneys at Satterley & Kelley PLLC have the experience to help guide your path toward getting financial help.

The longer you go without contacting a lawyer, the harder it may be to prove the other driver was at fault. Evidence surrounding an accident is rarely permanent, and there are ways it could escape your claim:

• Vehicle damage repaired
• Memory of the accident fades
• Witnesses become hard to find
• Security footage erased
• Road damage fixed
• Cause of injuries becomes harder to prove

Putting proof together can be an important initial step. The next step is using it. With over 30 years of collective experience, Satterley & Kelley PLLC has the skills to work with you to build a case for compensation.

Dealing With Insurance Companies That May Not Pay

Even with a strong claim with supporting evidence, insurance companies are not always eager to pay. A skilled attorney who has dealt with resistance from policy providers can assist you in avoiding common pitfalls. The insurance company may:

• Refute medical evidence
• Use personal surveillance on victims
• Conduct interviews designed to create contradictions
• Study social media profiles
• Hide behind confusing paperwork