Leon Valley Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Accomplished representation for injured motorcycle riders and families
Motorcycle owners enjoy riding in Leon Valley for many reasons. Motorcycles are fun, and there are often friendships among riders. There’s the joy of riding to Raymond Rimkus Park, the Huebner-Onion Homestead & Stagecoach Stop, the Huebner-Onion Natural Area, Leon Creek Greenway, and Steurenthaler-Silo Park. However, those joys come with risks. Motorcycles fail to provide physical protection, many car and truck drivers fail to respect the rights of riders, and motorcycles can be difficult to control.
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we hold car, truck, and motorcycle drivers accountable when their negligence causes personal injuries or the death of a loved one. We demand compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost income, and damage to your motorcycle. Our record of success in motorcycle accident cases includes a $2 million recovery for a client who suffered severe injuries. Past results can’t predict future outcomes, but they do highlight our dedication to getting clients fair compensation. We’re ready to fight for your future. Call us today.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How dangerous are motorcycles?
- What types of motorcycle collisions do you handle?
- What causes motorcycle accidents in Leon Valley?
- What types of injuries do motorcycle crashes cause?
- What should I do after a motorcycle accident happens in Leon Valley?
- What laws govern motorcycle riding in Texas?
- Who is liable when motorcycle accidents happen?
- How much is my motorcycle accident case worth?
- Why do motorcycle accident victims choose Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney?
- Do you have a Leon Valley motorcycle accident lawyer near me?
How dangerous are motorcycles?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle accidents in 2023 caused more than 82,500 injuries. The death total in 2023 for motorcycle accidents was 6,335, and 15 percent of all traffic deaths in 2023 involved a motorcycle. More than one in three motorcycle riders did not have a valid motorcycle license.
Unlike cars and trucks, motorcycles do not provide any physical protection. There’s no hood, roof, trunk, or doors. Worse, most motorcycle accident victims crash into the hard ground after they fall off their motorcycle.
What types of motorcycle collisions do you handle?
Our Leon Valley personal injury attorney handles all types of motorcycle accidents, including:
- Rear-end collisions
- Head-on crashes
- Broadsides
- Accidents that happen because car and truck drivers fail to respect your right to drive a motorcycle
- Lane-splitting accidents
- Accidents while riding in groups
- Accidents while riding in curves
- Turning accidents
- Accidents at intersections
- Lane-changing accidents
- Other types of motorcycle crashes
What causes motorcycle accidents in Leon Valley?
Our Leon Valley motorcycle accident lawyer works with the police, investigators, motorcycle safety professionals, and others to show that your accident was preventable. Some of the common causes of motorcycle accidents include:
- Driver intoxication
- Driver distraction, such as texting or using a cellphone
- Speeding, tailgating, and other traffic violations
- Driving too fast for the weather or traffic conditions
- Operator inexperience
- Dangerous road conditions, such as potholes and roadkill
- Other causes
What types of injuries do motorcycle crashes cause?
Motorcycle accidents often cause more severe injuries and deaths than car and truck accidents. At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we handle all types of personal injuries due to vehicle accidents, including:
- Traumatic brain injuries, concussions, and other head injuries
- Spinal cord injuries, including paralysis and herniated disks
- Traumatic amputation/loss of limb
- Simple, compound, complex, and other types of fractures/broken bones
- Lung, kidney, and other types of organ damage
- Soft tissue injuries
- Nerve and muscle damage
- Back, neck, and shoulder injuries
- Loss of hearing or vision
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Death
One type of injury that is fairly unique to motorcycle accidents is road rash. Road rash occurs when a rider slides along the hard asphalt/ground, causing severe skin damage. Road rash may also cause infections. Victims may require skin grafts, plastic surgery, and psychological counseling.
What should I do after a motorcycle accident happens in Leon Valley?
The immediate steps to take at the accident site and shortly afterward include:
- Call the police, such as the Leon Valley Police Department. You can contact the police by dialing 911. The police will safeguard the accident site so no other accidents happen, obtain every driver’s information (license, registration, insurance, and contact), and arrange for emergency medical transport. They’ll also investigate the accident site and complete a police report.
- Get a medical review, usually at an ER center, such as those at Methodist Hospital, Methodist Heart Hospital (both about 20 minutes away from Leon Valley). You should have a doctor conduct a complete exam as soon as possible. Early medical assistance can help both your medical recovery and your legal claim.
- Contact our accomplished Leon Valley motorcycle accident lawyer. We can notify the insurance companies, have investigators examine the accident site and speak with witnesses, review your medical care, and fight for all the compensation you deserve.
If possible, you or someone with you should take photos/videos of your injuries. You or the police may have to arrange to have your vehicle towed.
What laws govern motorcycle riding in Texas?
Texas regulates who can drive a motorcycle, what equipment the motorcycle must have, and what equipment motorcycle riders must have. These regulations include the following:
- Motorcycle operators must have a motorcycle license.
- The people who own or drive the motorcycle must have liability insurance.
- Motorcycle operators must follow the state’s traffic laws.
Lane splitting is not allowed under Texas Law, but driving in a staggered formation is recommended for safe driving.
All motorcycle riders under 21 need to use an approved motorcycle helmet. Riders 21 and older do not need a helmet—if they complete an approved motorcycle education course or have qualifying health insurance (and proof of that insurance). Police can’t stop a rider only to check helmet use.
Who is liable when motorcycle accidents happen?
Our Leon Valley motorcycle accident lawyer files personal injury and wrongful death claims against everyone responsible for your accident. The responsible parties may include one or more of the following:
- The driver of a car, truck, or bus.
- The driver of a motorcycle.
- The negligent driver’s employer.
- The owner of the vehicle, if the driver does not own the motorcycle.
- A licensed alcohol provider who serves a person who is obviously intoxicated to the extent of presenting a clear danger, and that intoxication proximately caused the motorcycle crash.
- A manufacturer of defective motorcycle parts.
- The Texas Department of Transportation, County of Bexar, or other governmental agencies/entities under the Texas Tort Claims Act, subject to strict notice deadlines and statutory damage limits.
- Other defendants.
How much is my motorcycle accident case worth?
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we can work with your doctors to understand the full scope and severity of your injuries (including the treatments you’ll need and how much you are likely to suffer), your employers, car mechanics, and others to place a value on your damages.
We can demand compensation for your past, current, and future damages, including:
- Medical expenses of every type by every medical provider.
- Lost income, including wages, benefits, business income, and compensation if you cannot work again.
- Physical pain and mental suffering of every type.
- Property damage.
- Loss of life’s pleasures.
- Loss of bodily function.
- Scarring and disfigurement.
- Loss of consortium (marital intimacy and comfort).
We can also seek wrongful death damages if a motorcycle accident is tragically fatal. These damages include:
- The funeral and burial expenses.
- Any outstanding medical costs to try to save your loved one.
- The loss of income, benefits, and other financial support.
- The loss of comfort, guidance, and companionship that your loved one would have provided to the family.
- The personal grief of each family member.
Why do motorcycle accident victims choose Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney?
Clients trust and respect Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney. Many former clients have provided testimonials. Insurance carriers and defense lawyers appreciate our successful record of jury verdicts and settlements.
Pat Maloney Jr.’s legal recognitions and honors include:
- Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
- The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100
- Super Lawyers, 2003-2025
Do you have a Leon Valley motorcycle accident lawyer near me?
Yes. We have an office in San Antonio at 239 E Commerce St. If your injuries prevent you from traveling, we can arrange to see you at a more convenient location. We also conduct consultations by phone and through Zoom, FaceTime, and other online platforms.
We can answer your questions, explain your rights, and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Get help from our Leon Valley motorcycle accident attorney today
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we’ve helped many personal injury victims and families hold negligent drivers, manufacturers, and others accountable for the pain and suffering and the financial damages they cause. Money can’t cure your injuries, but the correct amount of compensation can help you maximize your physical health, emotional health, and financial health. We seek to maximize recovery.
Call us today or fill out our contact form to schedule your free consultation. We handle motorcycle accident cases on a contingency fee basis.