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Quick Summary for Injured Motorcyclists

When a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle collide, the rider absorbs the full force of the impact. Because of this, Utah law treats motorcycle injury claims differently from standard car accidents. Most notably, motorcycles are exempt from Utah’s no-fault PIP (Personal Injury Protection) system. This means you do not have to rely on your own insurance first; you have the immediate right to pursue the at-fault driver for 100% of your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The Law Office of Roberto Hernandez provides aggressive advocacy for riders across Murray, Salt Lake City, Sandy, Midvale, and Draper, protecting you from insurance companies trying to blame you for the crash unfairly.

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The Reality of Riding on the Wasatch Front

Utah offers some of the most beautiful canyon riding in the country, but navigating the congested traffic of I-15 and local city streets is incredibly dangerous. Motorcyclists lack the steel frames, seatbelts, and airbags that protect occupants in passenger vehicles.

Even when you are riding perfectly, wearing high-visibility gear, and obeying all traffic laws, you are at the mercy of distracted, speeding, or negligent drivers. When a driver fails to check their blind spot, misjudges a left-hand turn at an intersection, or texts while driving, the resulting collision is often catastrophic. At The Law Office of Roberto Hernandez, we understand the physics of motorcycle crashes and the devastating physical and financial toll they take on riders and their families.

Overcoming “Biker Bias” and Proving Liability

One of the biggest hurdles in a motorcycle accident claim is dealing with the insurance company’s inherent bias. Insurance adjusters frequently attempt to leverage “biker bias”—the unfair stereotype that all motorcyclists are inherently reckless, speeding risk-takers. They use this bias to try to shift the blame onto you, utilizing Utah’s comparative negligence laws to reduce or completely deny your payout.

We do not let them get away with this.

Our legal team acts immediately to preserve the evidence necessary to prove the other driver’s negligence. We meticulously gather police reports, secure surveillance or dashcam footage, interview eyewitnesses, and, when necessary, bring in expert accident reconstructionists to prove exactly how the crash occurred. We force the insurance company to look at the facts, not their prejudices.

Severe Injuries Require Maximum Compensation

Because riders are completely exposed to the road and other vehicles, the injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash are often life-altering and require years of expensive medical care. We routinely help clients recover compensation for:

  • Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): Even with a DOT-approved helmet, the concussive force of an impact can cause severe bleeding, swelling, and permanent cognitive impairment.
  • Spinal Cord Injuries: Often resulting in partial or total paralysis, requiring a lifetime of specialized medical care and home modifications.
  • Severe Road Rash: Going beyond simple scrapes, high-speed friction burns can strip away muscle and nerve tissue, requiring extensive skin graft surgeries and leaving permanent disfigurement.
  • Shattered Bones and Amputations: The legs, ankles, and arms are highly vulnerable to being crushed beneath the bike or the opposing vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions About Motorcycle Accident Claims

The most critical difference is that motorcyclists are excluded from the mandatory PIP (Personal Injury Protection) requirements that apply to cars. In a standard car accident, you must first drain your own $3,000 PIP coverage before suing the other driver. As a motorcyclist, you are exempt from this threshold. You have the right to immediately pursue a claim directly against the negligent driver’s liability insurance for the full extent of your damages.

Yes. Utah law requires helmets only for riders under 21. If you are an adult, choosing not to wear a helmet does not give a negligent driver the right to hit you. While the insurance company may attempt to argue that your lack of a helmet worsened your head injuries (an argument we will fiercely contest), it does not absolve them of liability for causing the crash, breaking your bones, or destroying your bike.

We believe injured riders shouldn’t have to worry about legal fees while trying to heal. We operate on a contingency fee basis. You pay zero upfront costs and no hourly fees. We finance the cost of building your case, and our fee is simply a pre-agreed percentage of the final settlement or verdict we secure for you. If we don’t win, you don’t pay.

In Utah, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims resulting from a motorcycle accident is four years from the date of the crash. However, vital evidence—such as skid marks, debris, and witness accounts—vanishes in a matter of days. Calling our office immediately ensures we can secure the scene and protect your claim from day one.

 

Don’t let the insurance company blame you for their driver’s negligence. Contact The Law Office of Roberto Hernandez today at (801) 590-3275 for a completely free, confidential case evaluation.