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Pennsauken Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
Experienced representation for injured Camden County motorcycle riders
There are many reasons people enjoy motorcycles. They’re less expensive to buy and maintain than cars. Riders can enjoy the company of other riders. It’s fun to ride in the open air as the wind rushes by. Unfortunately, motorcycle riding is very dangerous. Motorcycles are harder to control than cars. Motorcycles don’t provide any physical protection. At Ferrara & Gable, we file personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits on behalf of injured riders and the families of loved ones who are tragically killed in a motorcycle crash. Our Pennsauken motorcycle accident lawyers have helped accident victims just like you obtain strong recoveries.
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How can we help?
- How dangerous are motorcycle accidents?
- Why do motorcycle crashes happen in Pennsauken?
- What types of injuries do motorcycle accidents cause?
- How do you hold the responsible parties accountable for motorcycle accidents in Pennsauken?
- What laws regulate motorcycle riding in New Jersey?
- How much is my Pennsauken motorcycle accident claim worth?
- When do I need to file my motorcycle accident claim in New Jersey?
- Do you have a Pennsauken motorcycle accident lawyer near me?
How dangerous are motorcycle accidents?
The Insurance Information Institute reported that, in 2022, more than 6,200 motorcycle accidents caused deaths, and 82,687 motorcycle accidents caused injuries. According to 2022 statistics from the NHTSA, motorcycle accidents caused 685 fatalities in New Jersey.
Motorcycle accidents are dangerous because motorcycles don’t protect riders. Motorcycles don’t have hoods, trunks, roofs, or doors. When collisions occur, riders collide with another vehicle and then collide with the hard ground.
The New Jersey Division of Highway Safety found that more than half of all motorcycle accidents with another vehicle happen at intersections. Nearly two in three motorcycle accidents happen because another driver doesn’t see the motorcycle.
Why do motorcycle crashes happen in Pennsauken?
At Ferrara & Gable, we work with investigators, the local police, motorcycle product safety experts, and others to show how your accident happened and who should be held liable.
Motorcycle crashes in Pennsauken are usually due to one or more of the following causes:
- Drunk driving
- Driving while distracted by texting, smartphones, drink, beverages, a GPS, or other causes
- Not observing the motorcycle
- Not respecting the right of the motorcycle operator to be on the road
- Speeding and other traffic violations
- Rain, snow, and other types of bad weather
- Lack of motorcycle operation education
- Lack of riding experience
- Potholes, roadkill, and other roadside dangers
- Lane-sharing
- Lane-splitting
- Not handling curves and turns properly
- Not keeping the motorcycle balanced
- Defective motorcycle parts such as brakes, tires, handlebars, frames, and engines
What types of injuries do motorcycle accidents cause?
Ferrara & Gable works with your physicians to show you how life-changing your injuries are. We review your diagnosis, treatments, possible complications, the cost of your medical care, your pain and suffering, and how your injuries are affecting your ability to work, perform daily tasks, and enjoy your life.
Our Pennsauken personal injury lawyers handle the following types of injuries:
- Spinal cord damage, including paralysis
- Traumatic brain injuries and concussions
- Loss of limb/traumatic amputation
- Compound, complex, multiple, and other types of fractures/broken bones
- Third-degree burns
- Permanent scarring and disfigurement
- Road rash
- Nerve damage and muscle damage
- Ligament, tissue, and tendon damage
- Chronic pain
- Internal bleeding and organ damage
- Crush injuries
- Loss of sight
- Loss of hearing
- Fatalities
Road rash is a very serious injury that occurs when a motorcycle rider slides along the roadway after falling from his/her motorcycle. Road rash victims may need skin grafts and plastic surgery. Some of the dangers of road rash include infections and scarring.
How do you hold the responsible parties accountable for motorcycle accidents in Pennsauken?
Our Pennsauken motorcycle accident lawyers work with you, investigators, the police, motorcycle product safety experts, and traffic reconstruction experts through the discovery process to show how your accident happened. We file claims against the responsible parties, which might include:
- A car driver
- A truck driver
- Another motorcycle driver
- An Uber/Lyft driver
- An employer of the driver
- The owner of the vehicle if they’re not the same as the driver
- Manufacturers of defective motorcycle parts
- A seller of alcohol, if the person they sold alcohol to was visibly intoxicated or a minor – and later caused your accident due to their intoxication
- The New Jersey Department of Transportation, Camden County, or the Delaware Port Authority for failing to properly design or maintain the road where the accident occurred
Passengers can also file personal injury claims against negligent motorcycle drivers.
What laws regulate motorcycle riding in New Jersey?
New Jersey's motorcycle manual provides that:
- Motorcycle drivers must have a “motorcycle” license
- Drivers and passengers must wear US DOT-approved helmets
- Owners must have the state-required liability insurance
- Passengers must have their own seats
- Motorcycle riders must wear eye protection unless the motorcycle has a windscreen
- Motorcycles should have headlights that can be seen in daytime
- Motorcycles should have a rearview mirror
Riders should dress appropriately, be visible, and take motorcycle education courses.
How much is my Pennsauken motorcycle accident claim worth?
Our Pennsauken personal injury lawyers demand compensation for all your current and future:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages, income, and benefits
- Physical pain and emotional suffering
- Property damage
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of bodily function
- Loss of life’s pleasures
- Loss of consortium
At Ferrara & Gable, our lawyers file a wrongful death action if a parent, child, or spouse dies due to the negligence/fault of others. We demand that the wrongdoers pay for the funeral and burial costs, the loss of income your family member would have provided, and the loss of personal support (guidance, support, and) your loved one would have provided the family members.
When do I need to file my motorcycle accident claim in New Jersey?
Generally, motorcycle accident cases must be filed within two years from the date of the accident. Some claims have much shorter time requirements. We recommend that you contact us as soon as possible.
Do you have a Pennsauken motorcycle accident lawyer near me?
Ferrara & Gable meets motorcycle accident clients at our office at 601 Longwood Avenue in Cherry Hill, NJ. We’re just a short distance from Pennsauken. You can park close to our office. Clients can also take the Rt. 38 bus to our office. If you’re too injured to come to our office, our lawyers can make arrangements to see you at your home or a local healthcare facility. We also conduct phone conversations and online consultations.
We’ll answer all your questions, explain your rights, and guide you calmly and clearly through the claims process.
Contact our respected Pennsauken motorcycle accident attorneys now
Motorcycle accidents often cause catastrophic injuries that require a lifetime of medical care. Many motorcycle accident injuries are permanent. Many injuries are chronic. At Ferrara & Gable, we have a 50-year track record of fighting for personal injury victims. We’re respected by former clients, insurance companies, and the legal community for our compassion for our clients, our advocacy skills, and our record of results. We’ve helped many injury victims and families obtain strong recoveries. Call our Pennsauken motorcycle accident attorneys or contact us today to schedule a free consultation. Our Pennsauken motorcycle accident lawyers represent clients throughout Pennsauken, Camden County, and South Jersey.