Mini Motorcycle Laws in Missouri
Missouri law does not use the phrase “mini motorcycle.” Instead, the state places small bikes into one of two categories: a motorized bicycle (commonly called a moped) or a motorcycle. Which category your bike falls into changes everything about what you are legally allowed to do with it. A motorized bicycle is a small, low-powered […]
Road Rash After a Motorcycle Accident in Missouri
Road rash is one of the most common injuries Missouri motorcyclists suffer after a crash. It happens when skin scrapes across pavement at speed, and it ranges from a painful surface abrasion to a deep wound that exposes muscle or bone and requires surgery. Despite how often it occurs, road rash is frequently underestimated by […]
Recovering Lost Wages After a Missouri Motorcycle Accident
If another driver caused your motorcycle accident in Missouri, you have the right to recover the wages you lost while you were unable to work. That includes the income you have already missed and, if your injuries are serious, the earning capacity you may lose in the future. Missouri law holds the at-fault driver financially […]
What Happens When a Motorcycle Accident Is Fatal in Missouri?
When a motorcycle accident in Missouri results in a fatality, surviving family members can file a wrongful death claim to seek compensation for their devastating loss. Missouri law allows specific family members to recover damages for both financial hardships and emotional suffering, but you must act within strict time limits to protect your rights. The […]
Who Pays Medical Bills After a Motorcycle Accident in Missouri?
After a motorcycle accident in Missouri, your medical bills are typically paid through a combination of sources: your own MedPay coverage (if you have it), your health insurance, medical liens from providers, and eventually the at-fault driver’s liability insurance. However, the at-fault driver’s insurance won’t pay anything until your entire case is settled, which means […]
The Role of Witness Testimony in Missouri Motorcycle Accident Claims
Witness testimony in Missouri motorcycle accident claims serves as crucial evidence to prove liability and counter unfair bias against riders. An eyewitness who saw your crash can validate your account of events, challenge insurance company attempts to blame you, and help establish the other driver’s fault. Motorcycle riders face unique challenges in accident claims because […]
Recovering Lost Wages After a Motorcycle Accident in Missouri
After a motorcycle accident in Missouri, you can recover lost income, including missed wages, reduced future earning capacity, lost benefits, and missed opportunities for advancement. The at-fault driver’s insurance company is typically responsible for paying these losses, though the process requires proper documentation and often involves negotiations to secure fair compensation. Lost income claims go […]
Recovering Damages After a Motorcycle Accident in Missouri
After a motorcycle accident in Missouri, you can recover three main types of damages: economic damages for your financial losses like medical bills and lost wages, non-economic damages for personal impacts like pain and suffering, and in rare cases, punitive damages to punish extremely reckless behavior. Missouri law allows you to seek compensation even if […]
Recovering After a Motorcycle Crash in Missouri
After a motorcycle accident in Missouri, you need to take steps right away to protect your health and legal rights, get the right medical care, prepare yourself to deal with insurance claims and, if necessary, to build a strong legal case. A lot of people who ride don’t know that what they do in the […]
What NOT To Do After a Motorcycle Accident in Missouri
After a motorcycle accident in Missouri, certain mistakes can seriously damage your injury claim and reduce the amount of compensation you can recover. Top mistakes include leaving the accident scene, delaying medical treatment, giving recorded statements to insurance companies, and trying to handle the claim without legal help. These mistakes often happen when riders are […]