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The third Monday in June (June 15, 2020) is Ride to Work Day for motorcyclists. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), this day celebrates the joys of motorcycle riding each year. The NHTSA wants everyone to make riding safer for motorcyclists.

“Florida is ranked high in motorcycle accidents involving injuries and deaths. When accidents happen, it is important for victims to know when, and why, they should contact an attorney. In this blog, we provide information for all motorcyclists,” said Fort Myers Motorcycle Accident Attorney Randall Spivey of Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A.

1. There are deadlines for filing a lawsuit.

Most cases start with the insurance company trying to reach a mutually acceptable settlement with the injured victim (the plaintiff). It is important for the plaintiff to have an attorney to argue his/her case. If an insurance adjuster refuses to agree to a fair settlement, then the case may go to court. There is a limited time in which to file. This is called the “statute of limitations.” Each state has its own statute of limitations. Florida’s statute of limitations is Statute 95.11.

2. Evidence collection is important to a case.

Collecting and preserving evidence must be done as soon as an accident occurs. Memories fade and evidence can be lost. Photographs showing injuries must be taken. The motorcycle should be inspected by a professional. Witnesses need to be interviewed. Law firms often hire accident reconstructionists, investigators and other experts to work on a case. 

While the motorcycle accident victim is in the hospital or at home, our Fort Myers Motorcycle Accident Attorney will secure services and handle the vital tasks, while the victim is focusing on his/her recovery.

3. The motorcycle accident victim may be tempted to settle too quickly.

Motorcycle accident victims should not accept a settlement from an insurance adjuster without first contacting a motorcycle accident attorney. With the financial stress of possibly being out of work and other issues, it may seem like the right thing to do is to accept the settlement. However, a motorcycle accident attorney has experience dealing with insurance adjusters and knows how to negotiate a fair settlement or when it is time to go to court. Once a motorcycle accident victim signs a paper agreeing to a settlement, he/she can no longer seek more money for the same accident, even if the injuries turn out to be worse than originally thought.

4. A motorcycle accident attorney is assisting and supporting a victim at every stage of the case.

Motorcycle accident attorneys work with doctors to have medical payments for services paid out of any eventual settlements. They understand a victim’s rights and how to protect them. Insurance companies have attorneys working on their side. Motorcycle accident victims need an attorney on their side and should not go it alone. 

“If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, please contact our experienced legal team. We know how to preserve your rights. We represent people involved in numerous types of personal injury and wrongful death accidents throughout the state of Florida. All of our clients have unique personal injury cases. Our firm provides personal contact and communication along with aggressive representation. We are available 24/7, and there are no costs or attorney fees until we have a monetary recovery for you,” said Attorney Spivey.

Fort Myers Motorcycle Accident Lawyer  Randall L. Spivey is a Board Certified Trial Attorney – the highest recognition for competence bestowed by the Florida Bar and a distinction earned by just one  percent (1%) of Florida attorneys.  He has handled over 2,000 personal injury and wrongful death cases throughout Florida.  For a free and confidential consultation to discuss your legal rights, contact  Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A., in Lee County at 239.337.7483 or toll-free at 1.888.477.4839,or by email to Randall@SpiveyLaw.com.  Visit SpiveyLaw.com for more information.  You can contact Spivey Law Firm, Personal Injury Attorneys, P.A.in Charlotte County at 941.764.7748 and in Collier County at 239.793.7748.