Although most personal injury law firms routinely handle car accidents, motorcycle accidents often involve unique issues. For example, Florida law does not require motorcycle drivers have personal injury protection (commonly referred to as PIP) coverage. As such, it is important that you hire an attorney familiar with Florida law regarding motorcycles.

In addition, the investigation required by motorcycle accidents can be much more difficult. Often, an at-fault driver fails to observe a motorcyclist prior to an accident and will be mistaken as to how the accident occurred. Witnesses often believe a motorcyclist is traveling much faster than it actually is, due to its smaller size. In addition, a motorcycle typically makes more noise than a vehicle which can also lead a witness to believe it was traveling at a greater speed than it actually was. Finally, some witnesses have a negative opinion about motorcyclists and such a bias can creep into a witnesses' testimony without the witness even being aware he or she is doing it.

Approximatey 80% of motorcycle accidents cause injury or death to the motorcyclist. Although motorcycles make up only about two percent of the vehicles on our roads, they account for approximately eight percent of all traffic fatalities. The number of fatalities has increased since Florida law was changed in 2000 to no longer require that motorcyclists over the age of 21 wear a helmet. With severe injuries, it is important to hire a law firm with the resources to hire expert witnesses, such as Life Care Consultants, Vocational Rehabilitation Experts and Economists in order to be able to claim the full amount of future medical expenses and wage losses. At Thomas & Lawrence, P.A., we have the experience, knowledge and resources to thoroughly pursue your right of full compensation.