Dallas Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Were you injured in a motorcycle accident in Dallas, Texas? If another driver’s negligence caused your crash, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and more.

A Dallas motorcycle accident lawyer at Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. can help you pursue the full recovery you deserve. Contact our firm at (972) 550-6818 for a free consultation.

Our attorneys have spent their careers holding negligent drivers accountable across Texas. Let us put that experience to work protecting your claim.

Why Choose Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. After a Motorcycle Accident in Dallas, TX?

Motorcyclists face an uphill battle after a crash. Insurance adjusters often assume the rider was speeding, weaving, or otherwise at fault before they have even reviewed the facts.

That bias should not cost you your recovery.

You deserve a skilled legal team on your side to maximize your compensation. At Trujillo Gonzalez PC, we pride ourselves on fighting hard to win big. Riders throughout Dallas trust our firm because:

• We’ve been recognized by leading organizations like Texas Lawyer Magazine,  Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and others
• Our founding attorney has taken over 300 trials and arbitrations to verdict
• We have decades of combined experience handling complex personal injury cases including motorcycle accidents, car accidents, truck accidents, and more.
• We have recovered some of the top awards in the state, including millions recovered to date
• We work on a contingency fee basis and only recover attorney fees if we win

Call today to schedule a free consultation with a Dallas personal injury attorney who will put your interests first.

What Is My Dallas Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?

The specific facts of your crash and your recovery determine the value of your case. No other settlement or past outcome can perfectly show what your case is worth. 

Factors that can affect the value of your case include:

• The severity of your injuries 
• Your total medical costs, both incurred and anticipated 
• Whether you missed work, and for how long 
• Any permanent impairment or disability 
• The insurance coverage available on the at-fault driver’s policy 
• Whether more than one party contributed to the crash 
• Whether the insurer is raising comparative fault arguments against you

Motorcycle riders often absorb far more physical trauma than the driver who caused the crash, simply because a motorcycle offers less protection than a passenger vehicle. Head and spinal trauma are common even in crashes that would leave a car driver largely unharmed.

A Dallas motorcycle accident attorney can review your medical records and help you understand what your case may be worth.

What Damages Are Available to Motorcycle Accident Victims in Texas?

Texas law allows injured riders to pursue compensation for all the ways an accident has cost them, financially and personally. These losses break down into two main categories: economic and non-economic. 

Economic damages may include:

• Ambulance transport 
• Hospitalization 
• Physical therapy and ongoing rehabilitation 
• Anticipated future medical treatment 
• Lost income during recovery 
• Diminished future earning capacity 
• Motorcycle repair or replacement 
• Damaged riding gear and other personal property

Non-economic damages address the parts of your recovery that do not come with a receipt, including personal losses for: 

• Pain and suffering 
• Emotional and psychological distress 
• Permanent disability or disfigurement 
• Scarring 
• Loss of enjoyment of activities you valued before the crash

An experienced Dallas motorcycle accident lawyer can help you identify every category of loss you’ve suffered and seek full recovery for your damages.

How Do Texas Helmet Laws Affect a Motorcycle Accident Claim?

Texas does not require every rider to wear a helmet. Under Texas Transportation Code Section 661.003, riders and passengers under 21 must always wear a DOT-compliant helmet, with no exceptions.

Riders 21 and older may legally ride without one, but only if they meet specific conditions, specifically, completing an approved motorcycle safety course or carrying health insurance that covers motorcycle accident injuries. A rider who does not meet either condition is still required to wear a helmet, regardless of age.

Riding without a helmet, even when you are legally exempt from wearing one, does not bar you from recovering compensation after a crash. But it can still affect how an insurance company approaches your claim. Adjusters and defense attorneys may argue your injuries, particularly head and brain injuries, would have been less severe with a helmet. This argument may lead them (or a court) to reduce the amount of damages you can recover. 

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Dallas?

Personal injury representation in Texas is typically handled on a contingency fee basis. That means there is no upfront retainer and no hourly billing/fees. Rather, your attorney takes on your case without any advance payment and agrees to be paid a percentage of whatever compensation is ultimately recovered, generally somewhere between 33% and 40% of your total recovery. 

This structure allows injured riders to secure experienced representation without adding financial risk to an already difficult recovery. Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. offers free consultations and contingency fee representation for motorcycle accident victims across the Dallas area.

Can I Recover Compensation if I’m Being Blamed for the Accident?

Texas follows a modified comparative negligence system under Chapter 33 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code. Under this rule, an injured rider can still recover compensation as long as they are found no more than 50% responsible for the crash. 

If you are assigned any percentage of fault at or below that threshold, your total recovery is simply reduced by that percentage.

For example, if your total damages equal $400,000 and you are found 20% at fault, your recoverable compensation would generally be reduced to $320,000.  If you cross the 51% line, Texas law will bar your recovery.

Insurance companies routinely use this rule to try and inflate a rider’s share of the blame, sometimes using factors that have nothing to do with causing the crash itself. 

Helmet use is a common target. As mentioned above, Texas law allows riders 21 and older to ride without a helmet if they have completed an approved safety course or carry qualifying health insurance, but an insurer may still argue that the absence of a helmet made your injuries worse. That argument is relevant to the severity of your damages, not to who caused the crash; it can often be challenged with the right evidence.

Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries in Dallas, TX

Motorcycle crashes routinely leave riders with serious injuries from the initial strike from the motor vehicle and the second impact with the ground or stationary object.

Our attorneys regularly represent victims with injuries such as:

• Traumatic brain injuries 
• Spinal cord damage and paralysis 
• Multiple or compound fractures 
• Severe road rash 
• Internal organ injuries 
• Crush injuries 
• Traumatic amputation 
• Facial trauma 
• Permanent scarring 
• Post-traumatic stress and psychological injury
• Wrongful death

Many of these injuries require months or years of ongoing treatment. A properly valued injury claim accounts for all the harm you’ve suffered, not just the initial emergency room visit.

What Causes Most Motorcycle Accidents in Dallas?

Most motorcycle crashes are caused by driver inattention, not by rider negligence. Because motorcycles are smaller and less visible than passenger vehicles, a driver’s failure to share the road can have dire consequences for a rider. 

Common causes of motorcycle accidents in the Dallas area include:

• Distracted driving
• Left-turn collisions. 
• Unsafe lane changes
• Impaired driving
• Roadway hazards

Many serious wrecks happen when a driver turns left across an intersection directly into an approaching rider’s path. Motorcycles can also disappear easily into blind spots, meaning a driver who fails to check before merging can sideswipe a rider.

Many crashes involve more than one contributing factor. Our attorneys investigate the full picture to determine exactly how your accident happened and who bears responsibility.

How Long Do I Have to File a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit in Texas?

Texas generally gives injured riders two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing that deadline typically means losing your right to pursue compensation through the courts.

Certain circumstances can affect how this deadline applies to your case. Therefore, you should speak to an attorney as soon as possible after a crash, well before that window closes.

How a Dallas Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Can Help

Motorcycle accident claims require strong representation to counter insurance blame-shifting tactics and fully assess what you’ve lost due to the crash. 

An experienced attorney can help by:

• Investigating the crash scene and gathering police reports and witness accounts
• Preserving surveillance footage before it is lost or overwritten 
• Working with accident reconstruction specialists when the facts are disputed
• Documenting the full scope of your injuries and future medical needs
• Identifying every liable party and applicable insurance policy 
• Handling all communication and negotiation with insurance adjusters 
• Pushing back against unfair comparative fault or helmet-related arguments
• Calculating both current and future damages accurately 
• Filing suit and preparing your case for trial if a fair settlement is not offered

Letting an experienced attorney manage the legal fight gives you the best odds of recovering full compensation. 

Contact a Dallas Motorcycle Accident Lawyer for a Free Consultation

A serious motorcycle accident can upend your health, your finances, and your future. Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. is here to help you hold the responsible driver accountable and pursue the full compensation your case deserves.

Contact Trujillo Gonzalez, P.C. today to schedule a free consultation with a Dallas motorcycle accident attorney and learn how we can help protect your rights.

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Trujillo Gonzalez PC – Dallas
1111 W Mockingbird Ln #260,
Dallas, TX 75247, United States
Phone: (972) 550-6818
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