Vancouver Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Motorcycle riders are often depicted in the media as having a reckless, care-free attitude on the road. In reality, motorcycle riders are among the most responsible and safety-minded road users in Vancouver. Operating a motorcycle requires skill, experience, and a large degree of caution. Unlike the operators of passenger vehicles, like cars, motorcycle riders have only wearable safety gear to protect them from the dangers of the road. Owing to the major discrepancies in size, weight, and built-in safety measures, if a motorcycle rider is involved in a collision with a car, truck, or other large vehicle, the consequences can be disastrous. 

Motorcycle accidents can be fatal. Unfortunately, in Vancouver, the rate of fatal collisions involving motorcycles is on the rise. The British Columbia Coroners Service reported a 50% year-over-year increase in deadly motorcycle accidents. Unfortunately, even the most conscientious, cautious, and skilled motorcycle rider is vulnerable to the actions of a negligent driver. When other drivers violate the rules of the road, they can jeopardize the lives of the people around them, including vulnerable motorcyclists.

At Preszler Injury Lawyers, our Vancouver motorcycle accident lawyers can help those injured in motorcycle accidents before May 1st, 2021, pursue the benefits or compensation they need to recover. To find out if you have a legal claim, schedule a free consultation with our team today.

The Impact of Motorcycle Accident Injuries in Vancouver

The aftermath of a motorcycle accident can result in serious physical, emotional, and financial injuries. Victims in Vancouver and across BC may experience: 

• Severe pain and physical limitations
• Emotional trauma, depression, or anxiety
• Loss of independence or mobility
• Inability to work and loss of future earning capacity
• Strained relationships
• And more

For those who survive serious motorcycle accidents, the consequences of another driver’s negligence can be far-reaching and all-encompassing. Considering that, in Canada, the average lifetime economic burden of sustaining a traumatic spinal cord injury is between $1.5 and $3 million, injured motorcycle accident victims can face several debilitating challenges after a collision.

The physical repercussions of their injuries can be painful, isolating, and require drastic adjustments to their daily life. The psychological consequences can affect an injured motorcyclist’s ability to return to work, maintain social relationships with friends and loved ones, and continue enjoying activities they participated in before their collision. 

Furthermore, the economic impact of injurious motorcycle accidents can be truly devastating. Few people are financially prepared for the exorbitant expenses associated with overcoming severe injuries. These costs frequently include:

• Prescription drugs
• Mileage to and from medical appointments
• Mobility aids
• Ambulatory assistive devices
• Medical equipment
• Physiotherapy
• Psychological treatment 
• Attendant care
• Lost wages
• Reduced future earning capability 
• Home renovations to accommodate newly acquired disabilities 
• And more

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Tell Us About Your Case

For more than 60 years, Preszler Injury Lawyers has been helping people across British Columbia pursue the compensation they deserve for their motorcycle accident claims. As one of the country’s longest-standing personal injury law firms, our practice is devoted entirely to injury law and helping accident victims–it’s all we do.

Schedule a free consultation today to speak with our award-winning personal injury lawyers and find out if you have a case. Our legal team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to take your call.

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ICBC Claims and Challenges for Motorcyclists in Vancouver

All residents of the province who operate motor vehicles– including motorcycles– are required to hold Basic Autoplan insurance coverage from ICBC. As such, all injured motorists should have access to Part 7 accident benefits. Part 7 benefits are intended to offset the costs of injury-related expenses in the wake of serious collisions, regardless of which party was at fault for the accident. 

However, it can be exceptionally difficult for motorcycle riders to recover the insurance benefits to which they are entitled. Due to the untrue stereotype of motorcyclists as risk-taking thrill-seekers, ICBC insurance adjusters often display an unfair bias against injured claimants seeking compensation for injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents. In addition, ICBC claims in general can be complicated, lengthy, and difficult to qualify for.

That is why, if you were injured in an accident before May 1st, 2021, we recommend that you consult with our Vancouver motorcycle accident lawyers. By taking advantage of a free initial consultation with our motorcycle accident lawyers serving Vancouver, you could receive important, case-specific insights about the amount of compensation to which you may be entitled, as well as personalized advice about how to ensure your claim is processed fairly. 

To learn more, schedule your free initial consultation with Preszler Injury Lawyers by contacting us today.

How Our Vancouver Motorcycle Accident Lawyers May Be Able to Help

Injured motorcycle accident survivors face enormous challenges, but they should not be required to do so alone. Our Vancouver motorcycle accident lawyers have decades of combined experience helping injured survivors of serious collisions navigate the complicated ICBC claims process and recover the compensation to which they are rightfully entitled. 

At Preszler Injury Lawyers, all prospective clients receive a cost-free, no-obligation initial consultation during which they have the chance to ask questions about their claim and receive case-specific legal advice. To take advantage of your free initial consultation, call our Vancouver motorcycle accident lawyers today at 1-844-373-8202 or fill out our online contact form. 

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