Lackland Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Strong advocacy when motorcycle crashes cause injuries or deaths
There are many pleasures in riding motorcycles. They’re less expensive than cars. They’re fun. Many riders enjoy the friendship of other riders. They’re a way to enjoy the sights of Lackland and the rest of San Antonio. But riding a motorcycle does come with serious risks. When accidents do happen, victims are likely to suffer very serious injuries. Many motorcycle accidents are fatal.
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we have the experience and working relationships with liability and medical professionals to show the cause of your accident, who is responsible, and what financial and personal damages you have. Whether you’re riding near Lackland Air Force Base or using Interstate 410, Routes 87, 90, 151, or 211, or other roads, we’re ready to help you now.
Our record of verdicts and settlements in motorcycle accident cases includes obtaining $2 million for a rider who suffered severe injuries. When motorcycle accidents happen, our Lackland motorcycle accident lawyer is ready to fight for all the compensation you deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How common are motorcycle accidents?
- What types of motorcycle accidents do you handle in Lackland?
- What causes motorcycle accidents in Lackland?
- Do you handle serious injuries?
- What should I do if a motorcycle accident happens?
- What laws do motorcycle riders need to know?
- Who do you hold accountable for motorcycle accidents?
- What compensation can I receive for my motorcycle accident?
- Why do motorcycle accident victims choose Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney?
- Do you have a Lackland motorcycle accident lawyer near me?
How common are motorcycle accidents?
The number of deaths from motorcycle accidents is rising. The Texas Department of Transportation data confirms that the number of fatalities in 2023 was 7 percent higher than the number for 2022. In 2023, there were nearly 600 motorcycle accident deaths. More than 2,400 riders suffered serious injuries in 2023. The percentage of fatal motorcycle accidents at intersections rose by 21 percent.
The rate of motorcycle accidents and the deadliness of motorcycle accidents are much higher than those of car accidents. About 15 percent of all traffic fatalities involve a motorcycle, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Per mile traveled, motorcyclists have an almost 28‑times higher fatality rate than passenger‑car occupants. Across America, in 2023, there were 82,564 motorcycle riders who suffered injuries.
There are several key reasons why motorcycles are more dangerous than cars. Motorcycles are less stable (two wheels compared to four or more). Dangerous road conditions and weather conditions make motorcycle riding more difficult. When accidents do happen, motorcycle riders don’t have doors, a hood, a roof, or a trunk to protect them.
What types of motorcycle accidents do you handle in Lackland?
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we’ve been fighting for accident victims for decades. We handle all kinds of motorcycle accidents, including:
- Accidents with cars, trucks, and other larger vehicles
- Accidents with other motorcycles
- Rear-end, broadside, and head-on crashes
- Intersection accidents, especially left-turn accidents
- Motorcyclists splitting lanes
- Motorcyclists sharing lanes
- Accidents caused by wet roads, potholes, and other dangerous weather conditions, and road hazards
- Dooring accidents
- Other types of motorcycle crashes
What causes motorcycle accidents in Lackland?
Some of the main reasons motorcycle accidents happen include the following:
- Drivers of cars and trucks who fail to respect the right of motorcycle riders to be on the same road, or fail to understand how to drive when motorcycle riders use the road
- Drunk driving
- Driving while distracted (texting, talking on a mobile phone, eating, drinking, looking at a GPS, and other distractions)
- Tired drivers
- Speeding, improper passing, and other traffic violations
- Failing to inspect their motorcycle
- Rider inexperience
- Other causes
Do you handle serious injuries?
Yes. Our Lackland motorcycle accident lawyer works with your physicians and, when necessary, our network of medical professionals to verify what injuries you have, what medical care you’ll need, what complications may arise, and how your injuries are affecting every moment of your life.
We handle all types of catastrophic, permanent, chronic, and other serious injuries, including:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), concussions, and other types of head trauma
- Spinal cord injuries, including paralysis and disk herniation
- Burn injuries
- Traumatic amputation/loss of limb
- Broken bones/fractures
- Internal bleeding and organ damage
- Tissue, nerve, muscle, ligament, and tendon damage
- Back, neck, and shoulder pain
- Hearing or vision loss
- Emotional anguish
- Death
One type of injury that is common to motorcycle crashes is road rash. Road rash occurs when a rider falls and slides along the road. Road rash can cause severe damage and infections. Road rash victims may need skin grafts and plastic surgery.
What should I do if a motorcycle accident happens?
Motorcycle crashes are scary. Victims often strike another vehicle and then strike the hard ground. There are several priorities.
First, you, the driver with you, or someone at the accident site should contact the police (by dialing 911). The police will secure the accident site, arrange for an ambulance or other medical transport, investigate the accident, and file a police report. The report will include each driver’s contact information, driver’s license information, and vehicle registration information.
Second, if the police don’t arrange for emergency medical care, you (or someone with you) should arrange for medical care at 59th Medical Wing - JBSA - Lackland & Randolph AFB, another emergency care facility, or your family doctor.
Third, contact our law firm. We’re here to answer your questions, explain your rights, begin our investigation, and fight for all the compensation you deserve. We can speak with the police, the insurance companies, and anyone who can help prove liability for you. Our team can be your advocates with the insurance companies and defense lawyers, and before judges and juries.
What laws do motorcycle riders need to know?
Texas laws regulate your license, insurance, registration, and other requirements. The laws also regulate what equipment you and your motorcycle should have.
Some of the main requirements motorcycle owners and operators need to understand are:
- You must have a specific motorcycle license, not just a driver’s license
- You must meet the helmet/headgear requirements
- Riders under 21 must wear protective headgear
- Riders 21 and older are not required to wear a helmet if they have completed a motorcycle operator training/safety course or are covered by a health insurance plan that provides medical benefits for motorcycle injuries
- You cannot split a lane (drive between two lanes of travel).
Who do you hold accountable for motorcycle accidents?
Our Lackland motorcycle accident lawyer files claims against everyone who causes a motorcycle accident. The responsible defendants may include:
- A driver of a larger vehicle, such as a car or truck
- Another motorcycle driver
- The owner of a vehicle that a negligent driver
- The driver’s employer
- A licensed provider who served someone obviously intoxicated to the extent he presented a clear danger, or an adult who knowingly provided alcohol to a minor under 18
- A manufacturer of defective motorcycle parts, such as brakes, throttles, tires, clutches, and electrical systems
- Governmental agencies/entities
- Other defendants
What compensation can I receive for my motorcycle accident?
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we work with your doctors, employers, life planners (if you have a catastrophic injury), motorcycle repair professionals, and other experts to place a proper value on your financial and personal damages. Your damages include all your losses so far and all the damages you are likely to have for the rest of your life. These may include:
- Medical bills for every type of service (such as ER care, hospitalizations, surgeries, doctors' visits, and rehabilitative care) by every type of medical provider
- Income losses, including wages, benefits, business income, and compensation, because you can’t ever work again
- Your daily physical pain and emotional suffering
- The damage to your motorcycle
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of life’s pleasures
- Loss of bodily function
- The loss of consortium (marital comfort and relations)
We file a wrongful death claim when motorcycle accidents are deadly. We seek the following wrongful death damages for the family members:
- The costs of the funeral and burial
- Wrongful‑death beneficiaries recover their own pecuniary and noneconomic losses (it may also be possible for the estate to pursue medical bills incurred between injury and death)
- The loss of financial support, such as the family member’s income.
- The loss of love, companionship, and guidance that your loved one would have provided.
- The mental anguish of the statutory beneficiaries (spouse, children, and parents).
Why do motorcycle accident victims choose Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney?
Former clients and law firms recommend us because of our record of results, our thorough preparation, and our personal empathy for our clients. One client wrote of Mr. Maloney:
“I'd always thought that lawyer was a dirty word until I met with Pat Maloney. I've seen what he has done for people, and I feel he is one of the only honest lawyers in San Antonio, or maybe even the country. He says that the truth will take care of itself, and he was right. Thank you, Pat!”
Mr. Maloney’s legal achievements include:
- Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100
- Super Lawyers, 2003-2025
Do you have a Lackland motorcycle accident lawyer near me?
Yes. We have an office in San Antonio located at 239 E. Commerce St. If your health makes traveling difficult or your military status prevents you from traveling, we can make alternate arrangements to meet with you. We also discuss cases by phone and online video platforms, such as Zoom and FaceTime.
Our team is here to answer your questions, explain your rights, and guide you through the claims process.
Get the help you need by contacting our Lackland motorcycle accident lawyer today
You’re in pain. The bills keep coming. You need help now. At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we have the experience and resources to move quickly, while carefully preparing each part of your claim. We anticipate the arguments insurance companies and defense lawyers use to deny or limit claims. We’re ready to help you restart your life – financially, physically, and emotionally. Call us or fill out our contact form to schedule your free consultation. We represent motorcycle accident victims on a contingency fee basis.