Motorcycle Accidents

Every year, about 50,000 people are injured and another 3,000 are killed in motorcycle accidents. Motorcycles are smaller, less protected, and often overlooked by careless drivers.  Because of the increased vulnerability of motorcyclists and the negligence of other drivers, motorcycle accidents can be devastating events, which often involve serious injuries and all too often, death.

Reports show that negligence is a common cause of motorcycle accidents.  The risk of accidents is greater with increased speed, alcohol involvement, and bike size.

If you or a loved one has suffered serious injury or death in a motorcycle accident due to another driver’s negligence or wrongdoing, you may be eligible to recover compensation for your losses. An experienced and qualified attorney can help you file motorcycle accident lawsuit in order to seek compensation.

While another driver’s negligence is typically the cause of motorcycle accidents, others may be culpable in these tragic situations.  Highway officials may be found negligent if roads are not properly maintained. In addition, if a motorcycle accident was the result of a defective auto or cycle part, the manufacturers or repairers may be held liable.

As an avid motorcyclist, Frank Lamothe, has the knowledge and experience you need to obtain damages for your motorcycle accident and related losses.  Mr. Lamothe rides motorcycles regularly on the road as well as off.  He also competes in off-road trail races.  Mr. Lamothe is a member of the American Motorcycle Association, the Motorcycle Sport Touring Association, Southern Enduro Riders Association and the Louisiana Dual Sports Riders Association.

Attorney Lamothe has taken motorcycle safety courses offered by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation.  He has represented a number of motorcyclists who were injured due to the fault of others and has a personal stake in seeking fair compensation for motorcyclists. His own son rides motorcycles and is a Motorcross and Enduro competitor.

Please contact the Lamothe Law Firm to learn more about your legal rights and options if you have been injured in a motorcycle accident.