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Motorcycle Accident Attorney in Mississippi

Has a motorcycle wreck left you needing expensive medical treatment, unable to work, and worried about the future? You may be entitled to compensation from the person who caused the crash, but obtaining it may not be as straightforward as it should be. The Mississippi lawyers at Williams Newman Williams can give you the advantage you need.

At WNW, we have over four decades of combined experience handling motorcycle crash cases across the state. As former defense lawyers, we know how insurance companies fight these claims, which means we know how to beat them at the negotiating table or in court.

Let us fight for the maximum compensation you need to rebuild your life. Contact us today to speak with a Mississippi motorcycle accident lawyer during a free, no-obligation consultation, and we will answer your questions honestly and in plain English.

Why Choose WNW for Your Mississippi Motorcycle Accident Case?

Insurance companies fight motorcycle wreck claims hard because they cost them a lot of money to pay out. You deserve to have experienced legal support of your own to represent your interests and fight hard on your behalf.

At WNW, our Mississippi motorcycle accident attorneys prioritize clear and open communication from the start. We will meet with you during a free, fully confidential consultation and get to know your concerns and goals. Our lawyers want to fully understand your situation so we can pursue the maximum compensation on your behalf.

This commitment to open dialogue will continue throughout your case. You will get regular updates about how things are progressing and what you can expect next. Our goal is that you feel heard, understood, and supported.

When building your case, our lawyers treat it as though it will go directly to trial. Other firms might prioritize a fast settlement, but we know that early preparation pays off later. Being ready to go to court gives us a stronger bargaining position in settlement negotiations. If those negotiations do not secure an acceptable offer, we will not miss a beat in taking your case before a judge and jury.

Our familiarity with the local courts that might hear your case also gives us an edge at trial. We know many of the judges at Hinds County Circuit Court, Rankin County Circuit Court, Forrest County Circuit Court, and the Mississippi Supreme Court, so we are familiar with how they run their courtrooms. Our lawyers also know the people who live and work in these communities, and what arguments they might find compelling as jurors.

When you are ready to get the help you need to demand fair compensation after a motorcycle collision in Mississippi, make WNW your next call. Your initial consultation is free and fully confidential, and you pay nothing unless we successfully resolve your matter.

What Compensation Could You Recover in a Motorcycle Injury Claim?

Depending on the circumstances, your motorcycle accident compensation could include money for the following:

Past and future medical expenses
Lost wages/income as well as loss of earning capacity
Physical pain and suffering
Mental anguish and emotional distress
Physical impairment or loss of enjoyment of life
Permanent disability or disfigurement
Property damage, including repairing or replacing your damaged bike

How Long Do You Have to File a Motorcycle Injury Lawsuit in Mississippi?

The deadline for filing a motorcycle accident lawsuit in Mississippi is three years from the date of the crash. If you file your suit after this deadline has passed, the court may dismiss your case, which means you will not be able to recover compensation, no matter how strong your evidence is. Do not let this happen to you; contact WNW immediately so that we can get started right away.

Could You Recover Compensation if You Are Partly to Blame for a Motorcycle Crash?

Yes, in Mississippi, you can still recover compensation even if you were partly at fault for the motorcycle collision that injured you. Under the state’s “pure comparative negligence,” a court may assign you a percentage of fault at trial, then reduce your compensation in proportion to your share of fault.

As an example, if a jury awards you $100,000 but determines you were 20 percent to blame for the crash, you would recover $80,000 instead, which is 20 percent less than your initial award.

Insurance companies are notorious for using comparative negligence arguments to shift blame onto injured bikers, thereby reducing payouts. Our experienced attorneys can push back against these tactics, presenting compelling evidence that reduces your share of fault and increases your compensation.

Who Could Be Held Liable for a Motorcycle Wreck in Mississippi?

Many different people could be liable for the motorcycle wreck that hurt you, including the following:

The driver who hit you
That driver’s employer, if they were on the job at the time
Other road users, like a pedestrian who jumped out into traffic
A road crew that did not maintain a safe work zone
A government entity that failed to design or maintain a safe roadway
A mechanic who did not identify and correct a mechanical issue with your bike
A company that manufactured defective vehicle components

At WNW, our lawyers can investigate what happened and identify every at-fault party in your motorcycle accident claim.

How Does a Motorcycle Crash Differ from a Car Crash?

Motorcycle accident cases are not like other motor vehicle injury claims. They often involve more severe injuries, which justify larger compensation amounts.

Insurance companies are more likely to fight a claim that costs them more, and they have plenty of ways to do so. One is to play on the common stereotype of motorcyclists as reckless outsiders. If your case goes to trial, expect the defense lawyers to suggest you were to blame for what happened, no matter how clearly the other person was at fault.

You need an experienced motorcycle injury lawyer to help you navigate these challenges effectively and get the full compensation you deserve.

What Should You Do After a Motorcycle Wreck?

You can protect your rights and your well-being after a motorcycle crash in Mississippi by taking as many of the following steps as possible:

Get prompt medical attention if you were not transported from the scene. This step is important for your health, but it also creates a documented link between the crash and your injuries.
Report the wreck to the authorities if they did not respond to the crash. Mississippi law requires anyone involved in a collision resulting in injury, death, or at least $500 of apparent property damage to notify police as quickly as possible. Police will take a report of the crash, which could later become useful evidence.
Start an evidence file. Include a written account of the crash and everything you remember about it. Get copies of your medical records, and include old pay stubs or tax returns that help show the income you have lost. Provide the names of the other drivers involved and anyone who saw what happened.
Be very careful when discussing the wreck, especially with insurance companies and other interested parties. Do not give recorded statements, agree to a settlement, or say anything that might suggest you were at fault. Stay off social media for the time being.

Finally, call the motorcycle accident law firm of WNW and bring your evidence file to your initial consultation so we can better understand what happened.

What Are Common Types and Causes of Motorcycle Crashes?

Other drivers are often the cause of motorcycle collisions in Mississippi, especially when they do the following:

Make left-hand turns in front of motorcycles
Run red lights or stop signs, or otherwise fail to yield the right of way
Drive while distracted, such as by texting, using the phone, eating, or daydreaming
Speed/drive too fast for conditions
Tailgate/follow a motorcycle too closely
Fail to check blind spots and make unsafe lane changes
Drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Drive while drowsy or fatigued
Behave aggressively/give in to road rage
Open a vehicle door into a motorcycle’s path (“dooring”)
Attempt to pass motorcycles when it is not safe to do so

These sorts of preventable errors can result in serious wrecks, such as the following:

Left-turn motorcycle crashes
Head-on motorcycle collisions
Rear-end motorcycle crashes
Side-impact (T-bone) motorcycle collisions
Lane-change motorcycle crashes
Blind-spot motorcycle collisions
Intersection motorcycle crashes
Sideswipe motorcycle collisions
Motorcycle rollover crashes
Hit-and-run motorcycle collisions
Motorcycle ejection crashes
Dooring collisions

What Are Typical Injuries Resulting from a Motorcycle Collision?

The fact that motorcyclists are completely exposed to the force of a crash means they often suffer such severe injuries as the following:

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), including concussions
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs), which can lead to paralysis
Other back injuries, including herniated or bulging discs
Whiplash and other neck injuries
Broken bones (fractures)
Lacerations (cuts) and contusions (bruises)
Internal bleeding and organ damage
Muscle and tendon strains and tears
Ligament sprains and tears
Abrasions or “road rash”
Burns
Amputation

What Can a Mississippi Lawyer Do for Your Motorcycle Injury Case?

The motorcycle injury lawyers at WNW can handle every aspect of your case so that you do not have to. We start by investigating the crash to recover critical evidence. Depending on its complexity, our attorneys might also consult crash reconstruction experts to help us understand what caused the crash. At the same time, we can calculate your case’s value to determine how much to demand during settlement negotiations.

Next, your WNW attorney sends a demand letter explaining why the person is at fault and how much compensation they owe you. We will go back and forth with that party’s insurance provider with the hope of securing an out-of-court settlement. But if the insurer will not make you a reasonable offer, we can escalate things by filing a complaint with your county’s circuit court. If the insurer continues to dig in, your WNW lawyer will argue your case before a judge and jury.

More importantly, we will not charge you any fees unless we win your case. Our law firm covers all costs of your legal action, with attorney’s fees paid as a percentage of your award at the conclusion of your case. That means you will never pay anything upfront or out-of-pocket, which allows you to keep your focus where it belongs: on healing.

Contact a Motorcycle Crash Injury Lawyer in Mississippi Today

After being injured in a motorcycle crash in Mississippi, you need experienced legal guidance from someone who has your well-being at the forefront of their mind. You need to know that the attorney handling your case knows how to win maximum compensation for what you have suffered. When You Need a Win, turn to WNW.