Motorcycle Accident on Marsh Creek Road in Byron
The East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD) responded to a report of a motorcycle accident at Byron Highway and Marsh Creek Road on the morning of Saturday, September 11, 2021. The incident occurred shortly after 11:20 a.m. and involved a passenger vehicle and a motorcycle rider.
Details on the Motorcycle Accident on Marsh Creek Road in the Byron Area
According to a preliminary report, authorities responding to the scene located a motorcyclist in the roadway that had been propelled from their motorcycle after a crash involving a passenger car. An American Medical Response (AMR) unit was dispatched to the scene and later requested a medical helicopter to transport the injured motorcyclist.
A portion of the road was shut down by the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office to allow the medical helicopter to land safely at the scene. Additional information on this motorcycle accident in Byron was not immediately available.
What You Should Know About Motorcycle Accident Cases
When a motorcycle accident is the result of another driver or entity’s negligence, a motorcyclist may be entitled to financial compensation through a personal injury claim. How much an injured biker receives in financial recovery may depend on several factors. This may include the amount of bodily injury liability coverage the at-fault party has and the amount of uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage (UM and UIM) the injured motorcyclist has to supplement or fully cover damages incurred. Conversely, the severity of the injuries suffered in the traffic collision and time missed from work may also be considered in the claim.
When a motorcyclist suffers serious injuries in a crash with a passenger car or another type of vehicle, it may impact all aspects of their life. This may include the ability to engage in hobbies, spend time with friends and family, and taking care of yourself. Damages for pain and suffering may consider the emotional anguish and the physical pain the biker has suffered, as part of the personal injury case. Keep in mind that the claims process is not always straightforward as there may be challenges with the insurance company.
Having an experienced injury lawyer on your side may make a difference in the outcome of your claim. An accident attorney may help in navigating the case, advising you what to expect from your claim, and protecting your best interests from difficult insurers. A lawyer will also collect and preserve evidence necessary in proving the case and conducting an independent investigation of the incident to properly determine fault. Ideally, you should retain legal counsel right away as the insurance carrier may act quickly to shift blame onto you for the crash. For details on how to find the best attorney in your area, watch this video.
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Motorcycle accidents, compared to other types of motor vehicle collisions, may result in some of the most devastating injuries on the spectrum. Insurers are well aware of this, so they may attempt to make a quick settlement offer before a biker understands the severity of their injuries and the extent of damages incurred.
At our law firm, we have over three decades of experience handling these cases, and we can help you too in recovering fair compensation for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. Let us put our skills and resources to work for your case. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help.
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I’m Ed Smith, a Brentwood personal injury attorney. Suffering injuries in a motorcycle crash may be a traumatic and painful experience. However, for some motorcyclists, attempting to recover financial compensation from the party responsible for the incident is often a challenging process. Insurance companies often make it stressful and time-consuming for bikers to be fairly compensated for their injuries and losses incurred. When faced with such a situation, it is best to retain legal counsel right away. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident in the Brentwood area or elsewhere in Contra Costa County, contact our law firm today to receive free, friendly case advice from a member of our team at (925) 428-5220 or (800) 404-5400.
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After a serious traffic collision, all your efforts should be focused on recovering and being with your family. Let our experienced attorneys handle all aspects of your case so you can do just that. We have handled personal injury cases since 1982 and have recovered fair compensation on behalf of those who were injured because of another party or entity’s negligence. Visit our Verdicts and Settlements page to view our past case results.
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