Schwartzapfel – Bronx – Motorcycle Accidents

In the past five years, 23 lives were lost in the Bronx to motorcycle accidents. Across all of New York State, another 177 motorcyclists died in 2008 alone. In many of these wrecks, the motorcycle driver was not at fault -- and those motorcyclists needed experienced legal representation to help them recover from their severe injuries.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, the Bronx, New York motorcycle accident attorneys at Schwartzapfel Partners P.C. can help you understand your legal options. With more than 150 years of combined experience, the motorcycle crash attorneys at Schwartzapfel  Partners are expertly qualified to help you.  Contact us today for your free consultation by calling 1-800-966-4999 or use our online contact form.

In 2008, 5,396 motorcycles accidents were reported in New York State, The causes of motorcycle wrecks are varied, but research by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration indicates the involvement of a car or other vehicle often plays a role:

• Almost half of all motorcycle accidents in 2008 involved a crash between a motorcycle and at least one other vehicle.
• In motorcycle accidents in 2008 that involved two vehicles, the motorcycle was struck in the front 77 percent of the time.
• In motorcycle accidents in 2008 that involved two vehicles, the motorcycle was struck in the back 7 percent of the time.
• In 41 percent of the motorcycle crashes in 2008 that involved two vehicles, the motorcycle was struck while the other vehicle was turning left.

Because they lack the protection of passenger vehicles, motorcyclists are often involved in accidents that produce catastrophic injures. But choosing to ride a motorcycle does not mean motorcycle riders receive less protection under the law. At Schwartzapfel Partners P.C.,we understand motorcycle riders. We also understand motorcycle accidents – how they happen and how to handle them in legal negotiations and in the courtroom.

If you have been injured, selecting a qualified motorcycle accident attorney from Schwartzapfel Partners P.C. is your best option for receiving the financial compensation you deserve. We will use our experience to pursue every avenue of compensation, including:

• Medical bills
• Loss of income
• Loss of pension
• Loss of health benefits
• Loss of consortium (relationships damaged by the accident and resulting injuries)
• Loss of household help
• Pain and suffering.

As you seek well-deserved compensation for your injuries, the reputation of Schwartzapfel Partners P.C. will distinguish your case in the courts of New York and in the eyes of insurance companies and other attorneys.

If you or a loved one has been seriously hurt, talking to a Bronx, New York motorcycle accident attorney at Schwartzapfel Partners P.C. is essential to preserving your right to seek compensation for your injuries. We can help you every step of the way. Call our Bronx, New York motorcycle accident  attorneys today at 1-800-966-4999 or use our convenient online contact form for a free case evaluation. You can also reach our Bronx, New York office by calling 1-718-537-7070 or click here for a map to our Bronx, New York office, located at 888 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451. At Schwartzapfel Partners P.C.,we will fight for you!

Sources:

National Highway Transportation Safety Administration – Traffic Safety Facts - 2008

New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, 2008 Statewide Statistical Summary