San Pedro Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

California ranks among the worst states for motorcycle safety, with over 10,500 motorcycle accidents in 2022 alone, resulting in more than 8,600 injuries and over 630 fatalities. San Pedro’s proximity to major highways, such as I-110 and I-405, creates unique risks for motorcyclists.

At The Law Offices of Robin D. Perry & Associates, our San Pedro motorcycle accident attorneys understand how important it is to have someone on your side after a serious motorcycle crash. For nearly three decades, we have helped injured bikers fight to get the compensation they deserve. In fact, we’ve secured millions for our clients. Learn more about our law firm.

You’ll find our primary office at 100 Oceangate #525, Long Beach, CA, 90802, just minutes from downtown attractions like the Aquarium of the Pacific, Harbor Breeze Cruises, and the Molina Center. When you’re dealing with serious injuries, you need experienced legal support. Contact us at 562-216-2944 or complete our secure online form to get started.

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Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Motorcycle accidents result in some of the most devastating injuries because riders have minimal protection compared to car drivers. Without the safety cage of a vehicle, motorcyclists absorb the full impact of crashes, leading to injuries that are often life-changing and extremely expensive to treat.

The Law Offices of Robin D. Perry & Associates has successfully handled cases involving all types of motorcycle accident injuries, including:

• Brain and head injuries – These catastrophic injuries can require millions of dollars in lifetime care, including surgeries, rehabilitation, and ongoing medical support
• Spinal cord injuries – Often resulting in paralysis, these injuries can cost $1-5 million in the first year alone, with hundreds of thousands needed annually for ongoing care
• Fractures and soft tissue damage – Multiple surgeries, physical therapy, and lost wages can quickly reach six figures
• Road rash – Severe cases require skin grafts and plastic surgery, with treatment costs ranging from $50,000 to $200,000
• Disfigurement and amputation – Beyond immediate medical costs, these injuries require prosthetics, reconstructive surgery, and psychological counseling
• Internal organ damage – Emergency surgeries and extended hospital stays can result in bills exceeding $500,000

Why Motorcycle Injury Cases Often Result in Higher Compensation

Motorcycle accidents often result in more severe injuries than regular car crashes, resulting in long-term medical care. Medical bills can easily reach hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars, especially if someone has a brain injury or becomes paralyzed.

But medical bills are just the beginning. Victims also lose money because they can’t work while recovering. Some people can never return to their old jobs, or they may need help with daily activities for the rest of their lives. All of this adds up quickly.

That’s why motorcycle accident settlements are usually much larger than car accident settlements. The injuries are more serious, so the compensation needs to be bigger.

Insurance companies know that motorcycle cases cost a lot of money. They will do everything they can to pay you as little as possible. They have teams of lawyers and investigators working to find ways to deny your claim or reduce how much they have to pay.

You need someone on your side who knows how to fight back. Our experienced San Pedro motorcycle accident lawyers understand what your case is really worth and won’t let the insurance company take advantage of you during this difficult time.

Can I Still Recover Compensation If I Wasn’t Wearing a Helmet?

Yes, you can still recover compensation. California follows “comparative negligence” laws under Civil Code Section 1714, meaning your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of fault, but not eliminated entirely.

California Vehicle Code 27803 requires helmets, and a violation could be considered contributory negligence. However, the burden of proof falls on the insurance companies to prove that the helmet would have prevented specific injuries.

The Law Offices of Robin D. Perry & Associates has successfully recovered substantial compensation for clients who weren’t wearing helmets. Insurance companies often overstate the impact of not wearing a helmet to reduce payouts. We fight these tactics with medical expert testimony and accident reconstruction analysis.

Most Common Types of Motorcycle Crashes

Understanding how motorcycle accidents happen can help explain why injuries are so severe and why determining fault is crucial for your case:

• Left-turn accidents – The most deadly type of motorcycle crash, occurring when cars turn left in front of oncoming motorcycles. Drivers often claim they “didn’t see” the motorcycle, but this doesn’t excuse their negligence.
• Rear-end collisions – When cars follow too closely or fail to brake in time, motorcyclists can be thrown from their bikes or crushed between vehicles.
• Lane-splitting accidents – Occur when motorcycles ride between lanes of traffic and cars change lanes without checking blind spots.
• Intersection crashes – Happen when drivers run red lights or stop signs, or fail to yield right-of-way to motorcycles.
• Highway merging accidents – Cars merging onto highways without properly checking for motorcycles in their blind spots.
• Single-vehicle crashes – Often caused by poor road conditions, debris, or mechanical failures that wouldn’t affect cars, but can be deadly for motorcycles.
• Doorings – When parked car doors open into the path of motorcycles, especially common in urban areas.

In most of these crashes, the car driver is at fault due to negligence, distracted driving, or failure to follow traffic laws. This is important because it means the driver’s insurance should cover your medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. However, insurance companies often try to blame the motorcyclist to avoid paying fair compensation.

Contact Our San Pedro Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, every day you wait is a day the insurance companies use to build their defense against you. Medical bills are piling up, you may be unable to work, and your family is struggling financially. You don’t have to face this alone.

The Law Offices of Robin D. Perry & Associates fights for maximum compensation because we understand what’s at stake. We’ve recovered millions for motorcycle accident victims, and we know exactly how to counter the insurance company tactics designed to minimize your settlement.

Don’t let the insurance companies take advantage of you during your most vulnerable time. Call us now at 562-216-2944 or fill out our contact form to schedule a consultation. Let’s review all your legal options. We’re here to help!