Covington Motorcycle Accident FAQs

One of the first steps in recovering money for harms and losses following an auto accident, pedestrian accident, or other personal injury is the filing of a claim with the appropriate insurance company or claims representative. The filing of a claim puts the insurance company on notice of the incident.  

Once a claim is filed, the insurance company begins to collect information about the incident. They will then make a determination as to whether they are accepting responsibility for the accident or denying liability. The insurance company will also collect information related to the extent of the claimant’s damages. That is, how much the claim may be worth. This amount, sometimes called a “reserve” may increase if the person’s damages are continuing.  

During the claims process, we provide the insurance company with evidence so that they can make a determination as to liability. Evidence can include police reports, witness statements, photographs, and videos. We also keep the insurance company updated as to our clients’ ongoing injuries and damages so that they can set their reserve appropriately.  

Most importantly, at Grady J. Flattmann, Attorneys at Law, we keep our clients updated every step of the way.

Have You Been Hurt In A Covington Area Accident?

If you've been injured in a motorcycle accident you need to speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Please contact me online or call my Covington office directly at 985.590.6182 to schedule your free consultation today. I help clients throughout Louisiana including Mandeville, Slidell, Bogalusa, Franklinton, Hammond, New Orleans and Metairie.

Motorcyclists often have an uphill battle convincing insurance companies that the other driver was at fault for causing a motorcycle versus car accident.  The at-fault driver often says that the motorcycle “came out of nowhere” and sometimes, police reports do not clearly or accurately show what happened.  

If your motorcycle insurance claim is denied, that is not the end of the road.  We have successfully represented people whose claims were initially denied.  Once we are hired, we will investigate the case fully and make sure that the insurance company has all the facts and is comparing apples to apples.  

If the insurance company continues to deny your claim, you must make a decision whether to file a lawsuit in order to pursue your claim.  In Louisiana, victims of a motorcycle accident have one year within which to file a lawsuit.  If they don’t, their claims vanish as if the accident never occurred and they cannot seek compensation.  

Have You Been Hurt In A Covington Area Motorcycle Accident?

If you've been injured in a motorcycle accident you need to speak with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible. Please contact me online or call my Covington office directly at 985.590.6182 to schedule your free consultation today. I help clients throughout Louisiana including Mandeville, Slidell, Bogalusa, Franklinton, Hammond, New Orleans and Metairie.

Motorcyclists are often unfairly blamed when a wreck happens.  Common things drivers say when they are involved in a car versus motorcycle accident include: “he came out of nowhere,” “he was in my blind spot,” “he was weaving through traffic,” or “he was going too fast.”  Due to this unfair prejudice, motorcyclists sometimes find themselves having to prove that an accident wasn’t their fault.

Being very clear about how a wreck occurred, the positions of the vehicles, and the precise sequence of events can help the driver of a motorcycle prove that he or she was not at fault.  The insurance company will try to match up statements with the evidence to determine who is liable for the accident.  

Gathering evidence immediately following the accident is also very important.  Taking pictures and videos of the accident scene and gathering information from potential witnesses can be very helpful in proving that you were not at fault for the wreck.

Have You Been Hurt In A Covington Area Motorcycle Accident?

If you've been injured in a motorcycle accident you need to speak with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible. Please contact me online or call my Covington office directly at 985.590.6182 to schedule your free consultation today. I help clients throughout Louisiana including Mandeville, Slidell, Bogalusa, Franklinton, Hammond, New Orleans and Metairie.

The law regarding the types of damages that can be claimed following a motorcycle accident are the same as those regarding car accidents.  Following a motorcycle accident, the injured person has property damage claims and personal injury claims.  

Property damage claims include damage to the motorcycle and even damage to clothes or other possessions.  It also includes rental coverage during the time the motorcycle is being repaired.  

Personal injury claims include things like the person’s medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, future disability, mental anguish, and lost enjoyment of life.  

We take pride in making sure our clients understand their rights after being involved in an motorcycle accident.  

Have You Been Hurt In A Covington Area Motorcycle Accident?

If you've been injured in a motorcycle accident you need to speak with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible. Please contact me online or call my Covington office directly at 985.590.6182 to schedule your free consultation today. I help clients throughout Louisiana including Mandeville, Slidell, Bogalusa, Franklinton, Hammond, New Orleans and Metairie.

At our firm, you only pay us if we collect money for you.  Our initial consultation is FREE.  

We handle ALL personal injury cases on a “contingency” basis.  This means that at the end of your case, we charge a percentage of the total amount we ultimately receive for your personal injury claim.  Any expenses we incur (for instance, police reports, medical records, etc.) are charged, dollar for dollar at the end of the case, ONLY if we obtain money for you. 

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Have You Been Hurt In A Covington Area Motorcycle Accident?

If you've been injured in a motorcycle accident you need to speak with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible. Please contact me online or call my Covington office directly at 985.590.6182 to schedule your free consultation today. I help clients throughout Louisiana including Mandeville, Slidell, Bogalusa, Franklinton, Hammond, New Orleans and Metairie.

Handling any personal injury case without the help of an experienced motorcycle injury attorney can get out of hand and become complicated very quickly.  

Do you have health insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, or VA Benefits that paid for your injuries?  If so, how much will they expect in reimbursement?  What are your total damages, including future medical treatment, lost wages, and pain and suffering?  Is the insurance company being fair with respect to the damages to your motorcycle?  

At our firm, we take care of every aspect of your case, allowing you to focus on getting better.  We make sure that the insurance company treats our clients fairly under the law and that all other issues are handled properly.

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Have You Been Hurt In A Covington Area Motorcycle Accident?

If you've been injured in a motorcycle accident you need to speak with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible. Please contact me online or call my Covington office directly at 985.590.6182 to schedule your free consultation today. I help clients throughout Louisiana including Mandeville, Slidell, Bogalusa, Franklinton, Hammond, New Orleans and Metairie.

At our firm, you only pay us if we collect money for you. Our initial consultation is FREE. We handle ALL personal injury cases on a “contingency” basis. This means that at the end of your case, we charge a percentage of the total amount we ultimately receive for your personal injury claim. Any expenses we incur (for instance, police reports, medical records, etc.) are charged, dollar for dollar at the end of the case, ONLY if we obtain money for you.

Have You Been Hurt In A Covington Area Motorcycle Accident?

If you've been injured in a motorcycle accident you need to speak with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible. Please contact me online or call my Covington office directly at 985.590.6182 to schedule your free consultation today. I help clients throughout Louisiana including Mandeville, Slidell, Bogalusa, Franklinton, Hammond, New Orleans and Metairie.

Request A Copy Of Our Free Guide To Louisiana Car Accident Claims

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