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Who Should Seek A Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?
Anyone who has been involved in a motorcycle accident in Texas should seek the advice of a qualified motorcycle accident lawyer.
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Why Should You Contact The Motorcycle Lawyer?
The Motorcycle Lawyer helps motorcycle accident victims find a highly qualified lawyer in their state. Motorcyle accident victims need an edge wherever it exists, and the first place to gain that edge is by finding a lawyer who knows the unique laws in their state.
The Motorcycle Lawyer offers victims of motorcycle accidents this service at no charge to the accident victim seeking justice.
When Should A Motorcycle Accident Victim Seek Help?
It's very important to contact a lawyer as soon as possible. The Motorcycle Lawyer has reviewed many motorcycle accident cases and through our experience we have found that the sooner we can hear the details of your accident, the more likely you are to win your case. It's too easy to forget important details of the circumstances of your motorcycle accident to risk waiting. Witnesses, victims, medical care providers, and police may not have a clear memory of your motorcycle accident and circumstances weeks or months after.
Contact The Motorcycle Lawyer Without Obligation!
Providing The Motorcycle Lawyer with details of your motorcycle accident is free and does not obligate you to retain a lawyer. Please call us at no cost and speak with Jason A. Waechter, the founding lawyer of The Motorcycle Lawyer at:
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We’ll help you find a motorcycle accident injury attorney or law firm in your area with a proven track record of winning for their clients. As an attorney who litigates these cases, I belong to many trial lawyer and motorcycle lawyer groups and have gone out of my way to find perhaps the best motorcycle attorneys in each state.
TEXAS MOTORCYCLE LAWS*
Texas motorcyclists are protected under Texas motorcycle law that makes negligent drivers responsible and liable to Texas motorcyclists. A biker who is involved in a Texas motorcycle accident may obtain compensation for his or her injuries that were caused by the other driver’s negligence. Damages may include payment for pain and suffering, scarring, disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life, economic loss, no fault benefits, and more.
If you sustained an injury due to a Texas motorcycle accident and you haven’t contacted a lawyer about your Texas motorcycle accident, the best thing you can do for yourself is contact us NOW. We’ll listen to you and help you understand your options. If you have a case, we’ll help you find the best motorcycle accident injury attorney or law firm in your area. As an attorney who litigates these cases, I belong to many trial lawyer and motorcycle lawyer groups and have gone out of my way to find the best motorcycle attorneys in each state. Even the phone call is free, and there is no obligation. Don’t wait until it’s too late, make a simple call and talk to attorney Jason Waechter, The Motorcycle Lawyer. 1-877-Biker-Law (1-877-245-3752).
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Ø Texas is an at-fault state. This means that the law of negligence governs Texas motorcycle and Texas motor vehicle accidents. The person who is found to be “at fault” for the Texas motorcycle accident can be held accountable for your injuries and damages in your Texas motorcycle accident.
Ø Texas Motorcycle – Definition by Statute: The following statute defines a Texas motorcycle.
T.R.C. §541.201
VEHICLES:
(9) “Motorcycle” means a motor vehicle, other than a tractor, that is equipped with a rider’s saddle and designed to have when propelled not more than three wheels on the ground.
T.R.C. §661.001
DEFINITIONS
(1) “Motorcycle” means a motor vehicle designed to propel itself with not more than hree wheels in contact with the ground, and having a saddle for the use of the rider. The term does not include a tractor or a three-wheeled vehicle equipped with a cab, seat, and seat belt and designed to contain the operator in the cab.
Texas Motorcycle Helmet Law: If you are riding on or operating a Texas motorcycle, and you are under the age of 21, you are required by law to wear a helmet. If you are riding on or operating a Texas motorcycle and you are over the age of 21, youare not required by law to wear a helmet if you have proof of successfully completing a Texas motorcycle rider training program, or if you have $10,000 in medical insurance that may cover injuries resulting from a Texas motorcycle accident.
V.T.C.A., Transportation Code § 661.003
§ 661.003. Offenses Relating to Not Wearing Protective Headgear
(a) A person commits an offense if the person
(1) operates or rides as a passenger on a motorcycle on a public street or highway; and(2) is not wearing protective headgear that meets safety standards adopted by the department.
(b) A person commits an offense if the person carries on a motorcycle on a public street or highway a passenger who is not wearing protective headgear that meets safety standards adopted by the department.
(c) It is an exception to the application of Subsection (a) or (b) that at the time the offense was committed, the person required to wear protective headgear was at least 21 years old and had successfully completed a motorcycle operator training and safety course under Chapter 662 or was covered by a health insurance plan providing the person with at least $10,000 in medical benefits for injuries incurred as a result of an accident while operating or riding on a motorcycle. A peace officer may not arrest a person or issue a citation to a person for a violation of Subsection (a) or (b) if the person required to wear protective headgear is at least 21 years of age and presents evidence sufficient to show that the person required to wear protective headgear has successfully completed a motorcycle operator training and safety course or is covered by a health insurance plan as described by this subsection.
T.R.C. §661.002
DEPARTMENT TO PRESCRIBE MINIMUM SAFETY STANDARDS FOR PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR
(a) To provide for the safety and welfare of motorcycle operators and passengers, the department shall prescribe minimum safety standards for protective headgear used by motorcyclists in this state.
(b) The department may adopt any part or all of the American National Standards Institute’s standards for protective headgear for vehicular users.
(c) On request of a manufacturer of protective headgear, the department shall make the safety standards prescribed by the department available to the manufacturer.
Ø Texas Motorcycle Eye Protection Law: If you are riding on or operating a Texas motorcycle, you are not required by law to wear eye protection.
Ø Texas Motorcycle Minimum Insurance Required: You are required by law to insure your Texas motorcycle. The minimum insurance required for your Texas motorcycle is Compulsory Liability Insurance. The minimum limits are as follows:
· Bodily Injury Liability (1 Person): $20,000
· Bodily Injury Liability (All Persons, 1 Accident):$40,000
· Property Damage Liability: $15,000
Ø Texas UM (Uninsured/Underinsured) Motorist Coverage: If you own a Texas motorcycle, it is often a good idea to carry UM Coverage. Not all insurance companies are required to offer Uninsured Motorist coverage to Texas motorcycle owners. This type of insurance will protect you if you are injured in a Texas motorcycle accident with an at-fault driver who has inadequate or no insurance to cover your claims.
· Underinsured: This type of UM coverage will protect you if you are injured in a Texas motorcycle accident with an at-fault driver who has inadequate insurance to cover your claims.
· Uninsured: This type of UM coverage will protect you if you are injured in a Texas motorcycle accident with an at-fault driver who has no insurance to cover your claims.
Ø Texas Statute of Limitations: If you are injured in a Texas motorcycle accident, and wish to commence suit as a result of your injuries, you must do so within a 2 year time period from the date of your Texas motorcycle accident.
§ 16.003. TWO-YEAR LIMITATIONS PERIOD.
(a) Except as provided by Sections 16.010, 16.0031, and 16.0045, a person must bring suit for trespass for injury to the estate or to the property of another, conversion of personal property, taking or detaining the personal property of another, personal injury, forcible entry and detainer, and forcible detainer not later than two years after the day the cause of action accruse.
(b) A person must bring suit not later than two years after the day the cause of action accruse in an action for injury resulting in death. The cause of action accruses on the death of the injured person.
*There are many exceptions, special definitions and complex issues that cannot be explained in this material. It is not intended to be a substitute for specific legal advice. Your legal rights greatly depend on the facts of your accident.
*Law changes constantly. Do not rely on this information. Law is vast and can not be covered in this limited space.
***Law portion of site in progress. Texas motorcycle law regarding Texas motorcycle accidents is being drafted and will be updated soon. Please call our firm for a free consultation to see if you have a case.
*There are many exceptions, special definitions and complex issues that cannot be explained in this material. It is not intended to be a substitute for specific legal advice. Your legal rights greatly depend on the facts of your accident.
*Law changes constantly. Do not rely on this information. Law is vast and can not be covered in this limited space.
***Law portion of site in progress. Texas motorcycle law regarding Texas motorcycle accidents is being drafted and will be updated soon. Please call our firm for a free consultation to see if you have a case.
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Notice/disclaimer: Jason Waechter is a licensed Michigan attorney who has affiliate lawyers in each state that have a proven track record handling motorcycle injury & fatality cases. Should you need specific advice or should the facts of your situation require investigation or a lawsuit, you will be referred to one of these experience lawyers or firms.