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A motorcycle crash can change your life in an instant. You might be facing serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and relentless calls from insurance companies, all while trying to figure out your next move.
In Florida, the steps you take in the hours, days, and weeks after a crash can make a huge difference in your health, your case, and your future. This guide walks you through what to do right away, what to focus on in the weeks ahead, and how a motorcycle accident attorney from Levin Litigation fights for injured riders every step of the way.
What to Do Immediately After the Crash
1. Get to Safety and Call 911
Move away from traffic if possible. Whether the crash happened on I-95 or at a busy beach intersection, staying in the roadway puts you at risk for further injury. Call 911 so police and emergency responders can secure the scene and create an official report.
Motorcycle crashes are common at busy intersections like Hollywood Boulevard and Dixie Highway, where traffic flow and visibility can make left turns risky. A1A along the beach also sees increased accidents during tourist season, when rental cars and out-of-town drivers are unfamiliar with local roads.
2. Get Medical Care, Even if You Feel “Fine”
Memorial Regional Hospital and other local facilities see countless accident victims each year. Many serious injuries, like concussions or internal bleeding, aren’t obvious right away. A prompt medical exam protects your health and creates the documentation you’ll need later.
3. Take Pictures and Video of EVERYTHING
Take photos of the crash location, skid marks, vehicle damage, helmet damage, and your injuries. Get names and contact information for any witnesses. These details can disappear quickly once the scene is cleared.
4. Call Your Insurance Company
You should contact your insurance company as soon as you can – and prepare yourself for a call from an adjuster. Be polite, but don’t give recorded statements or admit fault before speaking to a lawyer. Insurance companies are out to protect their bottom line, not you.
What to Do in the Next Few Weeks and Months After a Motorcycle Wreck
- Follow All Medical Advice: Attend every appointment and follow your treatment plan. Gaps in care can hurt both your recovery and your claim.
- Track All Accident-Related Costs: Keep receipts and records for medical bills, prescriptions, travel to appointments, and lost wages. This evidence will help calculate your full damages.
- Document the Condition of Your Motorcycle: If your bike is repairable, photograph it from every angle before any work is done. If it’s totaled, save photos from the scene and the insurance inspection.
- Watch for Delayed Symptoms: Neck pain, headaches, dizziness, back pain, and emotional distress often develop days or weeks after a crash. Report any new symptoms to your doctor immediately.
- Be Aware of Deadlines: Florida’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally two years, but PIP insurance deadlines can be as short as 14 days. Missing these cutoffs can cost you your right to compensation.
If an insurance adjuster pressures you to sign a settlement or release quickly, it’s often because they know your claim could be worth more. Always have a lawyer review any documents before you sign.
Many motorcycle wreck claims settle within a few months, but more complex cases, especially those involving serious injuries or disputed fault, can take a year or more. We’ll work to move your case forward as efficiently as possible while protecting your right to full compensation.
How Levin Litigation Fights for Injured Riders
Hiring Levin Litigation means you’re not just getting a lawyer; you’re getting an advocate who works relentlessly to protect your rights and maximize your recovery. Here’s how we put “Yitz Never Quits” into action for our clients like you:
Step 1: Investigating the Crash
We collect police reports, interview witnesses, request traffic camera footage, and even analyze accident reconstruction data to build your case.
Step 2: Identifying Every Liable Party
Motorcycle accidents often involve multiple parties: negligent drivers, government agencies responsible for unsafe roads, or manufacturers of defective bike parts. We find everyone who should be held accountable.
Step 3: Calculating the Full Value of Your Claim
We assess immediate and future medical costs, lost income, diminished earning potential, pain and suffering, and property damage so you understand the true value of your case.
Step 4: Taking on the Insurance Companies
We deal with all adjuster communications, using evidence to push for the maximum settlement. If they try to lowball you, we push back – hard.
Step 5: Preparing for Trial When Necessary
If an insurer refuses to settle fairly, we’re ready to take your case to court. We prepare every case as if it will go to trial from day one.
Step 6: Keeping You Updated
You’ll never be left wondering about your case. We keep you informed from the first consultation to the final resolution so you can focus on healing.
We’ve represented riders who thought they’d never get back on a bike, and we fought to make sure their futures weren’t defined by one bad day.
Talk to a Hollywood Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today
If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident in Hollywood, FL, you don’t have to handle the process alone. Levin Litigation has the resources, experience, and determination to fight for riders — and we don’t stop until we’ve done everything possible for your case. Call us at (954) 678-5155 or contact us to schedule a consultation today. Let us put our experience and commitment to work for you.
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