.svg)
Is My Case Worth a Million? Case valuation requires thorough analysis of injury severity, permanency, and available insurance resources. Under Washington law, damages assessment encompasses medical expenses, wage loss, future care requirements, diminished earning capacity, and non-economic losses including pain and suffering. Our firm has achieved seven-figure settlements and verdicts for catastrophically injured motorcyclists. We provide evaluations founded on medical evidence, expert analysis, and applicable legal standards. Not speculative figures designed to attract clients.
What If I Was Partially at Fault? Washington's pure comparative negligence system allows recovery regardless of your degree of fault. Your damages award is reduced proportionally to your percentage of responsibility, but fault exceeding 50% does not bar compensation entirely. This distinguishes Washington from modified comparative fault jurisdictions. Never make fault admissions or provide statements regarding causation before consulting experienced motorcycle injury counsel who can properly assess liability and protect your interests.
What If I Don't Have Insurance? Lack of personal insurance does not preclude recovery if another driver's negligence caused the collision. Their liability coverage remains accessible for your damages. However, absence of uninsured/underinsured motorist protection or Personal Injury Protection coverage may limit certain recovery channels and complicate reimbursement structures. Our attorneys conduct comprehensive insurance investigations to identify all applicable policies and maximize available compensation through every viable source.
Should I Seek Immediate Medical Attention? Immediate medical evaluation is non-negotiable following any motorcycle collision. Life-threatening conditions including internal bleeding, traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord damage routinely present with delayed symptomatology. Postponing medical assessment compromises both your physiological recovery and the evidentiary foundation of your legal claim. Prompt medical documentation establishes critical causal linkage between the collision and resulting injuries.
Who Is Responsible for My Medical Bills? Washington's payment structure typically requires your Personal Injury Protection coverage, if applicable, to provide initial medical expense payment. Private health insurance may also apply. The at-fault party's liability carrier bears ultimate reimbursement responsibility through settlement or jury verdict. Our firm implements rigorous expense tracking processed from the start of your case to ensure full recovery of all medical costs, loss of earnings and other damages caused by negligent parties.
Should I Provide a Statement to the Other Driver's Insurance Company? Absolutely not. All communication with adverse insurance carriers must be exclusively handled through your legal representation. Adjusters employ proven tactics to elicit statements that minimize their exposure and devalue legitimate claims. Even benign-sounding admissions such as "I feel fine" create recorded evidence which can be used to deny or reduce your rightful compensation.
Do I Need Legal Representation? Legal counsel is imperative if you have sustained injuries in a motorcycle collision. These cases present distinct legal complexities and technical challenges that differentiate them from standard automobile litigation. Insurance companies routinely leverage these specialized legal issues and the fact that most riders are unfamiliar with the full scope of their legal rights. Our attorneys are experienced motorcyclists with extensive litigation experience representing injured riders throughout Washington. We possess both the technical knowledge and trial experience necessary to secure maximum compensation.
What Are Your Fees? Metier Law Firm represents injured motorcyclists exclusively on a contingency fee basis. No upfront retainer is required, and all case costs will be advanced by the attorney and reimbursed upon the resolution of the case. Our compensation is entirely contingent upon successful recovery. If we don't win or settle your case, you don’t owe any fees. This structure ensures access to experienced legal representation regardless of financial circumstances.
What Is the Statute of Limitations for Washington Motorcycle Injury Claims? Washington law establishes a three-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims arising from motorcycle collisions. Failure to file within this deadline results in permanent forfeiture of your right to legal recovery. Certain circumstances, particularly those involving government entities, impose significantly shorter filing deadlines. Early consultation with qualified counsel is critical to preserving all legal rights and avoiding procedural bars.
What Rights Do Passengers Have After a Washington Motorcycle Accident? Injured passengers possess comprehensive legal rights to pursue full compensation following motorcycle collisions. As non-operators, passengers may assert claims against the motorcycle operator, other involved drivers, or multiple defendants depending on comparative fault determination. Washington law affords passengers identical legal protections and damage recovery rights as motorcycle operators. Prompt legal consultation enables proper identification of all liable parties and maximization of available compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering and all other damages.
