Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Goldsboro, NC
When You're Down, Our Entire Legal Team Lifts You Back Up
After a motorcycle accident, you're not just injured—you're facing insurance companies with teams of adjusters, investigators, and lawyers working to minimize your claim. That's why you need our complete motorcycle accident team fighting back.
Immediate Actions After Your Motorcycle Accident
Your safety and legal rights depend on taking the right steps immediately:
- Get Medical Attention - Even if you feel "fine," motorcycle accidents often cause hidden injuries like internal bleeding or concussions that worsen over time
- Document Everything - Take photos of your bike, injuries, the accident scene, and the other vehicle before anything gets moved
- Don't Talk to Insurance Companies - Politely tell them you need to speak with your attorney first
- Contact Our Motorcycle Accident Team - We begin working immediately while evidence is still fresh
Call (919) 893-0090 now to speak with our motorcycle accident lawyer in Goldsboro, NC.
Why Motorcycle Accidents Require Our Complete Legal Team
Motorcycle accidents are different—and more dangerous—than car accidents: You suffered more severe injuries because you didn't have airbags, seatbelts, or a steel cage protecting you. Insurance companies know this, and they often try to use it against you.
Here's what you're up against:
- Insurance adjusters trained to minimize motorcycle injury claims
- Bias against motorcyclists (stereotypes about "reckless riders")
- Complex injury disputes (they'll question the severity of your injuries)
- Evidence that disappears quickly (skid marks, debris, witness memories)
- Medical bills piling up while you can't work
This is exactly why our team approach is crucial for motorcycle accidents.
How Our Motorcycle Accident Team Fights for Maximum Recovery
While the insurance company deploys teams of investigators and adjusters to minimize your claim, our motorcycle accident team mobilizes immediately:
- Our Medical Expert Team Member works with your doctors to fully document every injury—including those that may not show symptoms immediately. Motorcycle accidents often cause complex injuries that insurance companies try to downplay.
- Our Accident Reconstruction Specialist arrives at the scene quickly to preserve crucial evidence before it disappears: skid marks, debris patterns, road conditions, and witness statements that prove the other driver's negligence.
- Our Investigation Team uncovers evidence the police missed: traffic camera footage, cell phone records proving distracted driving, bar receipts showing drunk driving, and maintenance records showing vehicle defects.
- Our Insurance Negotiation Expert knows every tactic insurance companies use against motorcycle accident victims. We counter their lowball offers with overwhelming evidence and demand the full compensation you deserve.
- Our Trial Attorney stands ready to take your case to court if insurance companies won't offer fair settlement. North Carolina juries respect motorcyclists' rights when presented with strong evidence.
Common North Carolina Motorcycle Accident Causes (And How We Prove Them)
"I Didn't See the Motorcycle" - The Most Common Excuse
- What Really Happened: The driver wasn't paying attention, was distracted, or failed to check blind spots properly.
- How Our Team Proves It: We obtain cell phone records, reconstruct sight lines, analyze traffic patterns, and interview witnesses to show the motorcyclist was clearly visible.
Left-Turn Accidents at Intersections
- What Happened: Driver misjudged your speed and distance while making a left turn, causing you to collide with their vehicle.
- How We Prove Fault: Our team analyzes traffic light timing, measures sight distances, and uses accident reconstruction to prove the driver violated your right of way.
Distracted Driving Crashes
- What Happened: Driver was texting, talking on phone, or using in-car systems instead of watching for motorcycles.
- How We Get Evidence: We immediately subpoena cell phone records, obtain dash cam footage, and interview passengers to prove distraction caused the crash.
Drunk/Impaired Driving
- What Happened: Impaired driver had slowed reactions and couldn't avoid hitting you.
- How We Build Your Case: We obtain police reports, breathalyzer results, bar receipts, and witness statements to prove impairment caused your injuries.
Understanding Your Legal Rights in North Carolina
- Helmet Requirement: North Carolina requires all motorcyclists to wear helmets. However, even if you weren't wearing one, you can still recover compensation—our team knows how to handle these cases.
- Three-Year Time Limit: You have three years to file a motorcycle accident lawsuit in North Carolina, but evidence disappears quickly. Our team begins working immediately to preserve crucial proof.
- Comparative Negligence: Even if you were partially at fault, you may still recover compensation. Our team works to minimize any fault assigned to you and maximize your recovery.
Why Insurance Companies Treat Motorcycle Accidents Differently
The Bias You're Fighting
Insurance companies often assume motorcyclists are at fault because of negative stereotypes. They'll look for any reason to blame you:
- "You were speeding" (even without proof)
- "You were lane splitting" (even where it's legal)
- "You should have seen it coming"
- "Your injuries aren't that severe"
- "You weren't wearing proper gear"
How Our Team Overcomes This Bias
We've handled hundreds of motorcycle accident cases in Eastern North Carolina. We know exactly how to counter insurance company tactics:
- Immediate Evidence Preservation: We document everything before insurance investigators can spin the narrative
- Expert Witness Network: We work with accident reconstruction experts, medical professionals, and motorcycle safety specialists who testify on your behalf
- Comprehensive Medical Documentation: Our team ensures every injury is properly diagnosed and connected to your accident
- Aggressive Negotiation: Insurance companies know we're prepared to go to trial if they don't offer fair compensation
What Our Motorcycle Accident Team Recovers for You
Full compensation for your losses:
- Medical Expenses: All current and future medical bills, including emergency treatment, surgery, rehabilitation, medication, and ongoing care
- Lost Income: Wages you've lost and future earning capacity if your injuries prevent you from working
- Pain and Suffering: Compensation for physical pain, emotional trauma, and reduced quality of life
- Property Damage: Repair or replacement of your motorcycle and damaged gear
- Disability Accommodations: Costs of home modifications, assistive devices, and ongoing care if you're permanently disabled
Get Our Complete Motorcycle Accident Team Fighting for You
Insurance companies have teams of investigators and lawyers working against you from day one. Shouldn't your representation be just as strong?
When you call Pittman Agner, you get:
- Complete team assigned to your case
- No upfront costs (we only get paid if you win)
- Direct access to your entire legal team
- Aggressive representation against insurance companies
Don't let insurance companies take advantage of you. Put our entire Goldsboro motorcycle accident team on your side today.
Learn more about your case and legal options in a complimentary consultation with a Goldsboro motorcycle accident attorney at Pittman Agner. Send us your contact details online or phone us at (919) 893-0090 to get started.