Hollywood Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Motorcycle accidents often result in serious injuries, extensive medical care, lost income, and overwhelming stress for you and your loved ones. In Hollywood, Florida, riders face unique risks on the road, and when another driver’s negligence causes a crash, the consequences can be life-altering. At Rosen Injury Law, our experienced Hollywood vehicle accident lawyers are dedicated to helping injured riders and their families navigate the legal process, secure fair compensation, and pursue justice for their losses.

Rosen Injury Law has nearly 20 years of experience protecting injury victims and has recovered more than $125 million for our clients. Call (954) 787-1500 or visit us online to schedule a free case evaluation. 

Common Types of Motorcycle Accidents in Hollywood

The following are some of the most common types of motorcycle accidents in Hollywood:

• Rear-end collisions:  A driver who fails to notice a stopped or slowing motorcycle, or who misjudges the distance, can strike from behind. Even at a low speed, these crashes frequently throw the rider from the bike, resulting in severe injuries.
• Head-on collisions: Head-on collisions are one of the most dangerous types of motorcycle accidents, as they can often result in serious injuries or death. Head-on collisions can occur when a car driver crosses the center line or when they drift into the oncoming lane of traffic.
• Intersection collisions: Intersection collisions are also common, especially in busy urban areas like Hollywood. Intersection collisions can occur when a car driver fails to yield to a motorcycle or when they turn in front of a motorcycle.
• Lane-splitting accidents:  Lane-splitting is illegal in Florida. When a crash happens while a rider is between lanes, the insurer will use it to shift fault, even if a driver’s sudden lane change was the actual cause of the accident. 

The Rosen Injury Law Advantage

Motorcycle accident cases are different from car accident claims. Riders start every claim with an adjuster who typically assumes that they were speeding, weaving through traffic, or showing off. At Rosen Injury Law, we know how to combat that assumption. When you work with our motorcycle accident lawyer, you get:

• A double-board-certified civil trial lawyer leading your case
• Nearly two decades of handling South Florida injury claims and over $125 million recovered for our clients
• Attorneys who understand motorcycles, from countersteering to why a rider decides to lay a bike down, and we can explain them to an adjuster or a jury
• Immediate investigation of your accident and action to preserve evidence before it is lost or destroyed
• No fees or costs until we recover compensation for you
• Offices in Davie and Fort Lauderdale, just a short ride from Hollywood

How a Hollywood Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Can Help You

A driver who turns left in front of you will tell the responding officer that you came out of nowhere. That account becomes the official version of the crash, unless an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer changes it. 

A Hollywood motorcycle accident lawyer can investigate your accident to identify all possible causes and liable parties. They can uncover evidence to help build your strongest case. In some cases, they may work with an accident reconstruction expert to help establish sight lines and timing to prove causation and liability. 

Your attorney can help establish and accurately value all your injuries, including current and future medical costs, lost wages, loss of future earning capacity, and pain and suffering, so you know what a fair settlement of your claim would be. They can negotiate a resolution as quickly as possible. And, if a fair settlement is not reached, they can take your case to trial to demand the full compensation you are entitled to. 

Common Injuries Sustained by Motorcycle Riders in Accidents

Motorcycle riders are particularly vulnerable to injuries in accidents due to the lack of protection that their vehicles provide. Some of the most common injuries sustained by motorcycle riders in accidents include:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs): TBIs can range from mild to severe and can cause a variety of cognitive, physical, and emotional problems.
• Spinal cord injuries: Spinal cord injuries can cause paralysis and other serious disabilities.
• Broken bones: Broken bones are common in motorcycle accidents and can be very painful and debilitating.
• Internal bleeding: Internal bleeding can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention.
• Burns: Burns can occur if a motorcycle rider is ejected from their vehicle or if their motorcycle catches fire.
• Road rash: Road rash is a painful condition that occurs when the skin is scraped off by the pavement.

In the event of a death following an accident, our wrongful death attorneys in Hollywood are here for you every step of the way.

Florida’s No-Fault Law Does Not Cover Motorcycles

Florida’s no-fault system, with its mandatory PIP coverage, 14-day treatment rule, and permanency threshold, applies only to motor vehicles with four or more wheels. Motorcycles are excluded from this law.  This can be good and bad for riders.

The good news is that you do not have to clear the permanency threshold to recover pain and suffering damages. A car accident victim with a soft tissue injury could be barred from claiming non-economic damages because they do not meet the permanent injury requirement. However, a rider with the same injury can bring a full claim for both economic and non-economic damages right from the start. This distinction means that you need an experienced motorcycle accident attorney handling your claim. 

The not-so-good news is that your motorcycle policy almost certainly does not include PIP, so you don’t automatically have $10,000 in medical and wage benefits after an accident. Unless you have added medical payment coverage to your policy, your health insurance and your claim against the at-fault driver are your only sources of compensation. 

Florida’s Helmet Law and How Insurers Use It Against You

Florida Statutes §316.211 permits motorcycle riders who are 21 and older to legally ride without a helmet if they carry at least $10,000 in medical benefits coverage. However, insurers will point to the rider not wearing a helmet as the reason their injuries were so severe. 

Riding without a helmet is not negligence when the law permits it. A driver who causes a crash remains responsible for causing it. An experienced Hollywood motorcycle accident lawyer who has litigated this issue will know how to keep the focus where it belongs and how to combat this argument. Damages that Injured Motorcyclists May Be Entitled to Recover

Injured motorcyclists may be entitled to recover a variety of damages, including:

• Medical expenses: This includes the cost of hospitalization, surgery, doctor’s visits, prescription drugs, and physical therapy.
• Lost wages: This includes the wages that the injured motorcyclist would have earned if they had not been injured.
• Pain and suffering: This includes compensation for the physical and emotional pain and suffering that the injured motorcyclist has experienced.
• Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing the injured motorcyclist’s motorcycle and other personal property that was damaged in the accident.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Does the Motorcycle Accident Claims Process Take in Hollywood?

Although most claims resolve in one to two years, some Hollywood motorcycle accident claims may be delayed if the cyclist sustained particularly serious injuries. The Hollywood personal injury lawyers at Rosen Injury Law are also prepared to take depositions and go to trial if necessary, which may take several years.

How Long Do You Have to File a Motorcycle Accident Claim in Hollywood?

Under Florida Statutes §95.11, a personal injury motorcycle accident claim must be filed within two years of the accident. Wrongful death claims arising from a motorcycle accident must be filed within two years of the date of death.

However, exceptions to the two-year deadlines exist. You must promptly consult an experienced Hollywood motorcycle accident lawyer to determine your filing deadline. If you miss it, you cannot recover any compensation. 

Another important reason to act quickly after an accident is to help preserve vital evidence before it is lost or destroyed. For instance, surveillance camera footage can be overwritten within days or weeks if you don’t take steps to protect it.                       

How Much Compensation Can I Expect to Receive for an Accident in Hollywood?

Injured motorcyclists can expect larger awards for more serious injuries that adversely impact the rider’s life. In general, Hollywood riders may recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and “non-economic” awards for pain and suffering.

Can I Still File a Claim if the Accident Was Partly My Fault in Hollywood?

Florida follows a modified comparative negligence rule, as outlined in Florida Statutes §768.81, that bars recovery for anyone found 51% responsible for an accident. As long as you were 50% or less at fault, you can recover damages reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if your damages total $100,000 and you are determined to be 25% at fault, you could still recover $75,000. 

What Happens If the Other Driver Does Not Have Insurance in Hollywood?

Florida does not require drivers to carry bodily injury liability coverage, so uninsured and underinsured at-fault drivers are common. If you have uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM) coverage on your own motorcycle policy, you can recover from your insurer. Without UM coverage, an attorney will look for other sources of recovery, such as the vehicle owner or the driver’s employer. 

How Can I Prove the Other Driver Was at Fault for the Accident in Hollywood?

Hollywood accident victims and their representatives have abundant means to prove fault in a motorcycle accident, including:

• Witness testimony
• Cell-phone data
• Police reports
• Accident reconstruction

 Your testimony will also be integral to proving fault in a Hollywood motorcycle accident.

What Can I Do When an Insurance Company Is Denying Your Claim in Hollywood?

If an insurance company denies your claim, you have the right to bring a personal injury suit against the at-fault parties. Rosen Injury Law stands by motorcyclists perceived as selfish or assuming risk for their preferred means of transportation.

Speak With A Hollywood Motorcycle Accident Attorney Today

Rosen Injury Law is committed to standing with you at every step of your motorcycle crash. From investigating your crash and build a strong legal strategy, negotiate with insurers, or take your case to trial if needed. Our Hollywood motorcycle accident attorneys work tirelessly to pursue the maximum compensation available for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, call our team today at (954) 787-1500 or visit our contact page and schedule a free consultation to discuss your claim.