Oakwell Farms Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Strong advocacy when careless drivers cause motorcycle deaths and injuries in San Antonio
It’s fun to ride a motorcycle. There’s the feeling of freedom, the friendship of other riders, the inexpensiveness compared to cars, and the hands-on feel of a motorcycle. That fun does come with risks. Riders who travel on any of the local, state, or federal roads in or near Oakwell Farms (roads such as I-410, State Loop (SL) 368, Harry Wurzbach Road, and Ira Lee Road) risk accidents every time they ride.
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we hold car and truck drivers accountable for failing to respect the right of motorcycle riders to be on the same road. We also hold other motorcycle riders liable when they lack the skills or judgment to drive safely. Our team demands compensation for all financial and personal damages. Our record of success in motorcycle accident cases includes a $2 million result for one client who suffered severe injuries. We handle all types of personal injuries. Contact us to speak with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer today.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How dangerous is it to ride a motorcycle?
- What types of motorcycle accidents do you handle?
- Why do motorcycle accidents happen in Oakwell Farms?
- What injuries do motorcycle accidents usually cause?
- What steps should I take immediately after a motorcycle crash in Oakwell Farms?
- What laws regulate riding a motorcycle in Texas?
- Who do you hold accountable for motorcycle accidents in San Antonio?
- What’s the value of my motorcycle accident claim?
- Why do clients choose Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney for motorcycle accident claims?
- Do you have an Oakwell Farms motorcycle accident lawyer near me?
How dangerous is it to ride a motorcycle?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the risk of a fatality is 28 times higher for motorcycle accidents than for passenger car accidents.
In 2023, there were 6,335 motorcycle accident fatalities (26% were due to alcohol). Many of the fatalities involved riders between 15 and 20.
Motorcycle accidents often cause two impacts, one with another vehicle and a second with the hard ground. Unlike cars, motorcycles do not have a hood, trunk, roof, or doors to protect the rider.
What types of motorcycle accidents do you handle?
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we handle motorcycle accidents due to:
- Cars and trucks that fail to respect motorcycles or understand how to drive when motorcycles are nearby.
- Accidents that are common to passenger cars – head-on crashes, broadsides, and rear-end accidents.
- Accidents that are often unique to motorcycles, including:
- Accidents when sharing the same lane.
- Accidents when riding in groups.
- Turning accidents.
- Accidents due to dangerous roadside conditions, such as potholes.
- Intersection accidents.
- Other types of motorcycle accidents.
Why do motorcycle accidents happen in Oakwell Farms?
Our Oakwell Farms motorcycle accident attorney works with many different people (investigators, law enforcement, motorcycle parts experts, and others) and the discovery process to show how your accident happened. Common causes include:
- Driver impairment (alcohol and drugs).
- Driver distraction, such as cellphone use, looking at a GPS, eating, or drinking.
- Speeding, failing to yield, and other traffic violations.
- Driving too fast for traffic or weather conditions.
- Taking turns too fast.
- Operator inexperience.
- Other causes.
What injuries do motorcycle accidents usually cause?
When motorcycle accidents happen, riders are likely to suffer very serious injuries, including permanent injuries. At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we have working relationships with physicians to handle all types of personal injuries due to motorcycle accidents. A very common injury that motorcycle riders may suffer is road rash, which occurs when a rider’s exposed arms or legs slide along the ground. Road rash can cause infections. Victims may need skin grafts and plastic surgery.
Other common motorcycle accident injuries include the following:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and other types of head trauma.
- Spinal cord damage, including paralysis and herniated disks.
- Loss of limb/traumatic amputation.
- Fractures of one or more of your 206 bones.
- Kidney, lung, spleen, and other types of organ damage.
- Soft tissue injuries.
- Muscle, nerve, tendon, and ligament damage.
- Back, shoulder, and neck injuries.
- Vision or hearing loss.
- Scarring and disfigurement.
What steps should I take immediately after a motorcycle crash in Oakwell Farms?
Your main priorities are the following:
- Call the police. You, another driver, or someone with you should call 911. The police will secure the accident site so that no further accidents happen, and emergency vehicles can get to the accident site. They’ll get everyone’s information (insurance, driver’s license, vehicle registration, and contact). The police will also conduct an investigation and file a police report.
- Get medical help. The police should arrange for transportation to a local ER, such as the ER department at Northeast Baptist Hospital. The emergency room doctors should diagnose your injuries. They may admit you, depending on the seriousness of your injuries.
- Contact our Oakwell Farms motorcycle accident lawyer. We’re here to have investigators examine the accident site and speak to witnesses. We can notify the insurance companies. Our lawyer will also review the medical care you’re receiving. We’re prepared to answer your questions, explain how the claims process works, and fight for all the compensation you deserve.
What laws regulate riding a motorcycle in Texas?
Texas regulates motorcycle equipment, motorcycle licenses, and the rules of the road for motorcycle riders.
These regulations include the following:
- You must have a motorcycle license to operate a motorcycle.
- Motorcycle owners and operators must have liability insurance.
- Motorcycle operators must comply with the traffic laws of Texas.
- Motorcycle riders under 21 must wear a helmet.
- Motorcycle operators 21 and over may ride without a helmet if they completed an approved motorcycle operator training course or are covered by a health-insurance plan that provides medical benefits for motorcycle-collision injuries.
Although Texas law allows two motorcycles to ride two-abreast in one lane, lane splitting or passing a car within the same lane is prohibited.
Who do you hold accountable for motorcycle accidents in San Antonio?
Our Oakwell Farms motorcycle accident attorney files personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits against one or more of the following responsible parties:
- A car, truck, or bus driver.
- A motorcycle driver.
- An employer of a negligent driver.
- The owner of the vehicle, if the owner and the driver are different.
- A seller of alcohol to someone who is “obviously intoxicated,” and causes a motorcycle accident due to their intoxication.
- A manufacturer of defective motorcycle parts, such as throttles, clutches, and electrical systems
- The County of Bexar, the Texas Department of Transportation, or other governmental agencies/entities (subject to strict and short notice requirements).
- Other defendants.
What’s the value of my motorcycle accident claim?
At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we fight to obtain the maximum compensation for your personal and financial damages. We review your medical care, the possible complications, and how your injuries are affecting every part of your life with your doctors. Our team takes into account your lost wages with your employer, and the cost to fix or replace your motorcycle with motorcycle mechanics and appraisers.
We demand compensation for all your damages so far and all your likely future damages. These damages include:
- Medical costs by every medical provider for every type of medical care.
- The money and benefits you lost because you couldn’t work, including permanent disability compensation.
- Your daily physical pain and emotional suffering.
- The damage to your motorcycle and any other property.
- The inability to enjoy life’s pleasures.
- The loss of bodily function.
- Any scarring and disfigurement.
- The loss of consortium (marital intimacy and comfort).
We file a claim for wrongful death damages for the family members if a motorcycle accident takes the life of your loved one. These damages include:
- The funeral and burial costs.
- Any outstanding medical costs from the time of the accident until your loved one passed away.
- The loss of income, benefits, or other financial support.
- The loss of comfort, love, companionship, and guidance that your loved one would have provided to the family members.
- Mental anguish and loss of companionship and society.
Why do clients choose Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney for motorcycle accident claims?
Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney understands just how devastating motorcycle injuries are and how crushing it is when a loved one dies. Many former clients recommend us. Insurance carriers and defense attorneys understand how hard we work for our clients from day one, how thoroughly we prepare your case, and how tenaciously we fight for all the compensation you deserve. They know of our impressive record of substantial recoveries for our clients.
Pat Maloney’s legal recognitions and honors include:
Do you have an Oakwell Farms motorcycle accident lawyer near me?
Yes. We meet clients at our office in San Antonio at 239 E Commerce St. If your health makes traveling too difficult, we can arrange to see you at your home or another location. We also speak with prospective clients by phone and through FaceTime, Zoom, and other online platforms.
We’re here to guide you through each step of the claims process.
Contact our Oakwell Farms motorcycle accident lawyer now
We understand how much your injuries are affecting your ability to function, work, and enjoy your family and your life. We understand your pain when a loved one dies. At Pat Maloney: Accident & Injury Attorney, we help clients move forward with the money they need and deserve. Call us or use our contact form to schedule your free consultation. We handle motorcycle accident claims on a contingency fee basis.