Boston Deadly Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
Motorcycle Accident Wrongful Death
The devastation of losing a beloved family member can never be erased. While even thinking about making certain arrangements regarding finances after the death of a loved one is difficult enough, actually taking the necessary steps that are a part of the process can seem impossible. It is important to remember that with the support of friends and family, you can overcome these difficulties. When these challenges are complex and involve legal matters relating to a negligent individual or entity that caused your loved one's death, the support of an experienced attorney is critical as well.
Motorcycle accidents claim far too many lives every year. At the Kiley Law Group, our Boston wrongful death attorneys uphold the rights of our clients by providing them with information regarding what losses and damages they can pursue compensation for from negligent parties as well as organizing an effective wrongful death case on their behalf.
Fatal Motorcycle Crash Statistics
While motorcycles are an exciting and economical means of travel, they are one of the most dangerous. Motorcycles do not provide riders with the same level of protection that occupants of small passenger cars and large commercial trucks have; therefore, in the event of a crash, a motorcyclist or passenger is at significant risk of injury or death.
According to statistics compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists are far more likely to suffer a fatality in an accident than the occupants of passenger cars. In total, the NHTSA found that 4,502 people died in fatal motorcycle crashes during 2010. Additionally, 2009 saw approximately 106,000 motorcycles involved in crashes and 90,000 motorcyclists injured.
Further research by the NHTSA showed that motorcyclists were 39 times more likely to die in a crash per vehicle mile than passenger car occupants and eight times more likely to be injured in a crash, based on figures from 2008 crash data.
MA Helmet Law
The Massachusetts helmet law requires that all riders, regardless of age and years of experience, wear a helmet. While helmets help reduce the risk of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and other types of catastrophic injury, they do not make a motorcyclist or a passenger invincible. Motorcyclists can also help lower the threats of injury and death by wearing other protective gear and clothing.
A Successful Motorcycle Accident Wrongful Death Claim
There are many reasons why a surviving family member would want to file a wrongful death lawsuit for the loss of their loved one. Some families want justice, others want to help prevent the same individual or entity from causing more deaths in the future. Another leading reason for filing a fatal motorcycle crash claim is to obtain compensation for medical and funeral expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and loss of companionship, just to name a few.
Insurance companies, their adjustors, and lawyers will use several strategies to throw you off balance in your pursuit of compensation for a wrongful death. Their goal is to get you to settle for as little time, money, and energy to minimize costs for their client. This is one of many reasons why a surviving family member may want to strongly consider seeking legal advice and/or hiring an attorney to handle their case. A Boston motorcycle accident wrongful death lawyer at the Kiley Law Group can assist you by helping you understand your legal rights and options in addition to holding negligent parties legally responsible. For more information about how you can obtain full and just compensation, call (888) 208-1695 for a free consultation.
