Being involved in a motorcycle accident can be extremely traumatic for the person involved. Aside from the serious injuries which can occur, an accident can really knock your confidence as a motorcycle driver.
Whilst the accident itself can be severely dangerous and distressing, often the injured motorcycle victim must prove their case as the other party may attempt to shift the blame away from themselves. After an accident it is not uncommon for riders to become hazy due to impact of the crash; offenders capitalise on this vulnerability and their insurance company can try to frame the driver of the motorbike as the one at fault. The small frame of motorbikes makes them an easy target.
In order to prove your case, you should gather as much evidence as soon as possible following the incident to make sure you receive justice for the wrongdoing of other drivers. The best way to build your claim is to do the following:
- File a police report as soon as you can (the report contains vital information about the accident)
- Look for eyewitnesses and try to get statements
- Take photos / videos of any damage to your vehicle and of your injuries
- Try to get a hold of CCTV footage to further back your claim
- Hire a crash expert
- Obtain medical records to prove the seriousness of your injuries
- Keep a diary of events
The best way to pursue your case lies within the documentation, so remember to obtain all the necessary evidence in the form of the above. Here at TDP we are committed to seeking justice for your case; we promise to help you and support you throughout the claim process with both empathy and transparency. If you know someone or have been involved in a motorcycle accident yourself, get in touch with our team of dedicated personal injury solicitors today on 0151 242 5111.