Posted On: May 23, 2010

Arizona Motorcycle Accidents - Mesa, Tempe, Ahwatukee, Phoenix, Glendale, Avondale, Peoria, Scottsdale - What you need to know about left hand turn Arizona motorcycle accidents

As motorcycle accident lawyers in Arizona, we know that far too many people, especially those on motorcycles, are hurt when another driver who is turning left does not notice the vehicle coming through the intersection and hits them. Often times, there is nothing even the most experienced motorcyclist rider can do to avoid such an accident with another vehicle. Many riders will try to brake or steer away to avoid a crash with their motorcycle but often times there is nothing that can be done that will avoid this type of collision. Another way to avoid a motorcycle crash with a vehicle that is coming straight through the intersection is to lay down your bikes before hitting the car. But regardless of the actions, it is usually going to be too late to avoid a car that has turned left directly in front of a motorcycle.

Unfortunately, riders face many dangers on the road way. More often than not, accidents involving motorcyclists are not the fault of the rider but of the person driving the motor vehicle. Yet many people in our society have a bias against motorcyclists. Motorcyclists are often blamed for an accident with another vehicle even when the rider was riding his motorcycle as safe as possible. It is just that there is a common bias instinctively from many in society against motorcyclists.

After these kinds of motorcycle accidents, victims struggle with whether or not to hire an Arizona motorcycle lawyer. They are not sure as to whether it is worth it to them to hire an attorney. Some people think it will take more energy to hire a lawyer than to handle the claim on their own. This may be true if the motorcycle rider sustained very minor injuries but if the motorcycle rider sustianed very serious injuries or was fatally injured, it is very important to at least consult with an experienced motorcycle lawyer. If this sounds like you, then the attorneys at Breyer Law Offices can help. We can provide you with a free consultation, during which we will review your case and answer any questions you may have. This is not a sales pitch; it’s simply an opportunity to provide you with the information you need to make the best possible decision.

Mark Breyer is an experienced injury lawyer. He is rated top ethics and top legal ability by Martindale-Hubbell. Mark is a certified specialist in injury and wrongful death law and has handled many cases involving motorcycle claims. If you have a loved one who has been fatally injured or have sustained a serious injury due to a motorcycle accident claim, call our office and we will give you honest answers. We only handle a samll amount of claims but even if we are unable to help you we will point you in the right direction. It is important that all motorcycle riders and families know thier legal rights and deadlines for pursuing their injury or wrongful death claim.

Posted On: May 9, 2010

Auto Accident Lawyers in Mesa Arizona Offer Hints in Dealing with Insurance Companies when you have been involved in an auto accident in Mesa Arizona

Mesa auto accident attorneys deal with insurance claims on a very frequent basis. As attorneys in Mesa and throughout the Valley, we see Mesa car accident victims all of the time. When you are involved in a Mesa car accident, the first thing that you should do is file a claim with the adverse party as well as your own insurance company. Of course, when you are injured or the family member of someone who has been killed by the negligence of another individual this is not the first thing that is on your mind. As Mesa car accident lawyers, we handle filing the claim against the adverse party, the property damage (free of charge with handling the injury claim) and filing against your own insurance company as well.

The insurance companies are in business to make a profit. The adjuster is not your friend. The insurance companies want to deny as many claims as possible and this includes the adverse as well as your own insurance company. In order for insurance companies to make the most profit they need to minimize injury payments. Many victims think that they can negotiate with the adverse insurance company or their own and obtain a fair settlement, however, in keeping in mind the insurance company’s goal to make the most in profits, remember the adjuster is not going to have fairness in mind. Why would they?

Important to know as well is that filing a claim is not the same as filing a lawsuit. There are specific steps that must take place and the rules that apply for an injury claim are different than those rules that apply for filing a lawsuit. The deadlines for each are different. The rules of evidence in Court for example do not apply when dealing with an insurance company prior to litigation but they do apply after you file a lawsuit against a negligent party.

It is important to consult with a Mesa car accident lawyer before speaking to anyone who represents the insurance company. At Breyer Law Offices, as “The Husband And Wife Law Team” we welcome your calls and offer free consultations. We also offer a no fee guarantee which means if we can accept your case we will accept it on a contingent fee basis, which means we will not be paid until we obtain a settlement on your case. By calling our office, you will learn the deadlines on your case and get the advice that you need so you can make the best decisions that is necessary for your family, whether it be filing a lawsuit, filing a claim, or not pursuing the claim at all.