Lorain Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
Injured? We Will Help You Obtain Just Compensation
Have you or a loved one been injured in a Lorain motorcycle accident? The experienced and dedicated legal team at Murray & Murray has decades of experience fighting for the rights of injured Ohio bikers both in and out of court. Our Lorain motorcycle accident attorneys have what it takes to help you fight for the just compensation you need to move on from the accident and make your best possible recovery.
Contact us now to discuss your case during a free consultation. We will inform you of your legal rights and help you determine whether you have a case at no cost or obligation to you!
Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries
Motorcycle accident injuries can range from mild to severe—or even fatal—and commonly include the following:
- Amputation/loss of limb
- Broken bones
- Bruises, cuts, and scrapes
- Disfigurement
- Facial scarring
- Internal injuries
- Road rash
- Spinal cord injuries
- Strains and sprains
- Traumatic brain injuries
Ohio Motorcycle Accident Fault Laws
Like many U.S. states, Ohio is considered an “at fault” state when it comes to traffic accidents. This means that when an accident occurs, any insurance claims must be filed against the liable party’s insurance company. There is no sharing of fault in Ohio—the liable party is either at fault or not and you and your attorney must be able to prove liability during negotiations or in court.
What If I Wasn't Wearing My Helmet?
According to Ohio state law, anyone under the age of 18 as well as all beginner bikers regardless of age must wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle. Experienced adult riders are exempt from this law, so when they are involved in a motorcycle crash without a helmet, they haven’t broken any laws.
However, if you have suffered a head injury but were not wearing a helmet, this could factor into your case if it’s proven that your decision not to wear a helmet contributed to your own injuries. So, while not wearing a helmet does not necessarily eliminate your chances of recovering any compensation, it may reduce the amount of compensation you are eventually granted.
What Kind of Compensation Can You Receive After a Motorcycle Accident?
Following a motorcycle crash that was not your fault, you can recover all accident-related:
- Medical bills, including hospitalization, surgeries, medication, rehabilitation, counseling, and more
- Lost wages
- Property damage costs
- Funeral and burial expenses (in the case of wrongful death)
- Pain and suffering, mental anguish, and other non-economic losses
- Punitive damages (in rare cases in which gross negligence or a criminal act is involved)
- Other expenses deemed reasonable and necessary
Why Hire a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Lorain?
If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident you believe was caused by someone else’s negligence or recklessness, an attorney can help you secure a fair amount of compensation more effectively than if you were to tackle your case alone. This is because not only is a lawyer well versed in motorcycle-related laws and injuries, but a motorcycle accident attorney in Lorain can devote the time and resources necessary to build you a strong case. Motorcycle accident lawyers like those at Murray & Murray can also review any of the evidence you have collected, conduct an investigation of the crash site, procure witnesses, and enlist experts to give testimony at your trial if needed. Learn more by reaching out to us to discuss your case.
To schedule your free, no-obligation legal consultation, contact us today. We look forward to helping you obtain the fair and just compensation you deserve.
Bad Injury? Great Lawyers!
Ohio Expertise, National Excellence.
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Dennis E. Murray Jr."Placing that final piece to reveal the entire picture is what drew me to this profession. When a client trusts me to tell their story and bring them justice, that gives me the same satisfaction." -
Charles M. Murray"No different than most kids, I dreamt of being a hero as a child—and there was no bigger hero in my life than my father. He often told us stories about the people who were relying on him to resolve their tragedies; I always knew that was the kind of person I wanted to be."
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Margaret M. Murray"I work to be an advocate for my clients and help them in the best and most meaningful way possible. Presenting a case to the court and having the clients understand just how much we care about their very personal and individual claims is very important to me."
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James L. Murray"The relationships with my clients are built through hours of listening and working together. That is what makes my job worthwhile. It is a great thrill when I get to tell clients that we’ve won a case and that they will be able to rebuild or improve their lives as a result of our hard work together."
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Florence A. Murray"Fairness has always been my driving force—knowing that no one ever deserves or wants to be in a situation where they need an attorney. I believe that one of the greatest joys in life is interacting with and helping other people, and it’s this knowledge that I take with me to my practice every day."
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Nolan E. Murray"I treat each case and client as unique and strive zealously to advocate for the very real and personal issues facing them. At Murray & Murray, providing first-rate counsel is not an ambition, it is an expectation."
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Kelly E. Murray"My focus is on providing steadfast support to our clients by leveraging the strength of nearly 100 years of success to ensure that justice is not just an aspiration, but a tangible reality for those we represent."
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Dennis E. Murray Sr."After over 50 years of practicing law, I still remember my first class-action lawsuit for the civil rights of women and persons of color. That’s my dedication—to give 100% effort to every moment that I work on each case."
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William H. Bartle"Working with my clients to prepare for trial and seeing them through the entire process from beginning to the very end gives me as much satisfaction today as it did when I began my career."
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Donna Jean A. Evans"I’ve been involved in many complex litigations for both class action and individual suits, giving my all to each case. It’s why I love my job; it allows me to fight for the victim."
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Joseph A. Galea"My goal is to treat every client – whether a potential client calling for help, a newly-signed client, or a long-time client – the way I would want my friends and family to be treated if they had to hire an attorney. That goal is present in every case I work on. I want clients to know they’re being cared for – and that I am thinking about their cases even when I’m not in the office, because I know how important that case is."
The Murray & Murray Difference
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Longstanding History and Experience
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Maximize Our Clients Outcome
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Stake Our Reputations on Our Cases
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Passionate About Evolving the Law
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Committed to the Community