Maison Law represents motorcycle accident victims in Santa Barbara.
Too many times, motorcyclists are treated as second-class motorists on the road, resulting in life-changing injuries.
At Quirk, we stand up for your right to fair compensation and will take all legal action necessary to ensure you and your family’s financial future is secure.
A motorcycle accident injury doesn’t have to define the rest of your life.
Take legal action today and contact Quirk Accident & Injury Attorneys for a free consultation and case evaluation.
With its mix of winding roads and stunning views, Santa Barbara is a popular motorcycle destination. SR-192 is a popular riding destination, taking riders through the Montecito area of Santa Barbara and connecting them to the twisting foothill roads that wind in and out of numerous canyons. But these roads are also high-traffic areas for 18-wheelers and other motorists, putting many motorcyclists at a high risk of being injured in an accident. And according to the California Office of Traffic Safety, motorcycle accidents in Santa Barbara are not uncommon, averaging over 2,000 injury-related or fatal accidents.
One thing these statistics don’t mention is how expensive motorcycle accidents can be for victims and their families. According to the Insurance Information Institute, motorcycle accidents have an average of around $16 billion in damages each year. For that reason, it is recommended to consult with an experienced Motorcycle Accident Lawyer at Quirk to ensure you get the full extent of your damages.
While it is common for insurance companies to blame motorcyclists for accidents or deny their claims entirely, Quirk Accident & Injury Attorneys protects injured motorcyclists’ right to fair compensation, regardless of who was at fault. If you’ve been injured while riding in Santa Barbara, our firm will ensure you’re compensated for the following damages:
Economic damages: The financial damages you incurred due to the accident.
Non-economic damages: These are subjective, non-compensatory damages.
Punitive damages: These are damages awarded to serve as punishment to the at-fault party.
The initial process of speaking with our law firm for the first time usually starts off with a questionnaire to assess the merits of the case. This questionnaire will provide us with key information to help determine if a case is worth pursuing or not. However, if you’d like to speak directly to one of our attorneys, you can set up a brief meeting to discuss the details of your situation prior to answering a questionnaire. The following data is what potential clients will need when they first sit down with us:
Some of these elements may seem irrelevant to your case, but trust us, they are not. Most defense lawyers will use anything they can to diminish the damage done to your life after a motorcycle accident. For example, if your social media account has videos of you speeding on your motorcycle or riding dangerously, they will most likely attempt to use that against you to say you’re a dangerous rider, even if you were safely riding when the accident occurred.
Other drivers on the road owe a “duty of care” to the other drivers around them, including motorcyclists. Duty of care isn’t just a suggestion for drivers driving in the Plumas National Forest area; it is a law they must follow. According to Civil Code 1714, people are responsible for their actions and for preventing their property from harming others. This includes motorcyclists. The statute states:
“Everyone is responsible, not only for the result of his or her willful acts, but also for an injury occasioned to another by his or her want of ordinary care or skill in the management of his or her property or person, except so far as the latter has, willfully or by want of ordinary care, brought the injury upon himself or herself. The design, distribution, or marketing of firearms and ammunition is not exempt from the duty to use ordinary care and skill that is required by this section. The extent of liability in these cases is defined by the Title on Compensatory Relief.”
To establish that the actions of a careless driver caused your motorcycle accident, you would need to prove the following:
In 2017, according to Berkley University, nearly 22% of all motorcycle accidents were fatal or ended in severe injuries. These horrific accidents are common in Santa Barbara due to the lack of awareness from other motorists and the amount of risk involved with using a motorcycle on congested, curvy roads. The following dangers are other leading causes of motorcycle accidents:
Maximizing your settlement is perfectly normal, as most motorcycle accident victims will suffer major medical costs, vehicle repairs, and serious changes in their lifestyle. Motorcycle accident injuries can be life-altering, which is why at Quirk, our aim is to get your case settled fairly and efficiently.
While our team of attorneys will handle the legalities of your case, you can help maximize your settlement after an accident by:
After years of advocating on behalf of motorcycle accident injury victims, we understand that injuries are not only a result of physical harm, but often cause victims to suffer long-lasting mental trauma.
That’s why, at Quirk, we help you get immediate medical treatment, connect with a lawyer, and get a fair settlement so you can get back to living a normal life as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Don’t wait until it’s too late to take legal action.
Contact us today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
