Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Serving Detroit

There’s nothing like the feeling of freedom that comes with taking to the road on your motorcyle—but that feeling comes with risks. Even the most experienced and careful cyclist is vulnerable to the dangers of the road, especially including other drivers.

In an instant, freedom can turn to pain and uncertainty when a motorcycle accident leaves you injured. Instead of moving forward under your own power, you’re stuck dealing with injuries and medical bills, and possibly the inability to work.

At J.L. Hawkins Law, we have helped Michigan bikers get back on their feet and back in control of their lives after a motorcycle accident that wasn’t their fault. To learn how a motorcycle accident lawyer can help you, contact J.L. Hawkins Law to schedule a free consultation.

What Makes Motorcycle Accidents Different

Anyone on the road can get injured in an accident, but there are some factors that put bikers uniquely at risk:

Driver Blind Spots

Motorcycles are smaller than cars and trucks, making them harder to see and more likely to be concealed by a vehicle’s “blind spot.” If a car’s driver doesn’t check their mirrors and blind spots for motorcyclists, then they may cause a bad accident.

Driver Inattention

Drivers are responsible for keeping their eyes on the road, but in today’s fast-paced and high-tech world, which involves individuals constantly interacting and being engaged with their so-called smart phones, increasing numbers of drivers are distracted by these devices, instrument panels, or in multitasking while driving, leading to more accidents.

Driver Bias and Misjudgment

Like it or not, there are drivers of cars and other motor vehicles that appear to have an unconscious bias toward motorcyclists, seeing them as reckless and treating them with less respect. Due to motorcycles’ smaller size, other drivers may also misjudge their speed and distance as they approach, leading to unsafe maneuvers.

Because motorcycles lack a protective enclosure, a collision can cause devastating injury. If you ride a motorcycle, you know you have to be careful on the roads to protect your own safety and that of others. You deserve for other drivers to show the same attention and care toward you. When they don’t, they should be held responsible for their unsafe behavior.

How a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Helps

When you have been injured in an accident, especially a serious one, your priority should be your physical recovery. At the same time, prompt legal action may be necessary to protect your rights and get you the compensation you need to take care of yourself and your family.

Motorcycle accident lawyer Johnny L. Hawkins has nearly 30 years of experience fighting for the rights of bikers who have been injured by negligent or reckless drivers on the road. A proud military veteran, Johnny is known for his preparation and his effectiveness; he’s known by many as “the Warrior Lawyer.” But he also knows that a successful case starts with focusing on the needs of his clients. Johnny deliberately maintains a smaller caseload than many other firms so that he can give each of his clients the time and attention they deserve.