Representing Injured Motorcyclists in Missouri and Kansas
Motorcycle accidents can be among the most serious accidents that occur on the road, and they are often caused by negligent drivers who are not keeping an eye out for motorcyclists and taking adequate care for their safety.
I'm James H. Bell, a personal injury trial attorney with more than 30 years of experience, and I help injured motorcyclists seek compensation from the drivers who caused their accidents. Based in Kansas City, I serve clients in Missouri and Kansas.
If you've been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact me to set up a free initial consultation. You will pay no fees unless I help you recover money damages.
Determining Who Was Legally Responsible for Your Accident
When a motorcycle is involved in an accident, other drivers will often blame the motorcyclist for the accident and the injuries he or she has suffered as a result. They will say you appeared out of nowhere or were speeding or changed lanes suddenly.
In fact, many motorcycle accidents occur because the drivers of other vehicles are not sharing the road and paying enough attention to the safety of motorcyclists.
Even if you were breaking a traffic rule or otherwise partially responsible for your accident, the other driver may still be required to compensate you if they could have taken reasonable actions to prevent the accident from occurring.
The same applies if you were not wearing a helmet. Whether your accident happened in Missouri (which has a helmet law) or Kansas (which does not), not wearing a helmet may make you partially responsible for your injuries, but it will not stop you from bringing a claim.
Documenting All the Facts Needed to Seek Full Compensation
Because bikers are relatively unprotected, motorcycle accidents all too often result in serious injuries — such as head and spinal cord injuries — and even fatalities. If you have been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, you need a personal injury lawyer who will carefully investigate both the accident circumstances and the extent of your injuries.
You can rely on me to listen to your concerns, pay attention to all of the relevant facts, and vigorously pursue the compensation you deserve. Don't hesitate to contact me to discuss your options after a serious cycle crash.
