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Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

It’s not much of a ‘street fight’: your bike and helmet versus six tons of SUV steel. That’s why motorcycle accidents are, almost without exception, serious. And why these cases call for lawyers who are, also without exception, serious. Choose a motorcycle accident lawyer who can level the playing field between you and the big insurance companies. Choose Rutter Mills.

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There were over 1600 motorcycle accidents in Virginia last year. 

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Virginia Beach has the second highest motorcycle crash rate in Virginia.

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Bikers are 28 times more likely to have a fatal crash than people riding in passenger cars and trucks.

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Motorcycle Injury Lawyers

When you are involved in a motorcycle wreck, it’s serious. You need a team led by top-rated motorcycle accident attorneys to make sure your rights are being protected. At Rutter Mills, we understand the passion bikers have for their bikes and their fellow riders. We know because we ride too. We also know the impact of your accident may change your life and we’re not afraid to take on the big insurance companies to ensure you get the money you and your family deserve to get back on the road to recovery. 

What You Need to Know After a Motorcycle Accident.

Injuries from a motorcycle accident can be devastating. Your first priority should be getting the medical treatment you need. When getting that care, be sure to use your medical insurance if you have it. The other drivers may contact you right away following an accident. Don’t take their call. Speak with an experienced motorcycle accident attorney first.

The Decisions You Make After an Accident Can Change Your Future

Do NOT post about your accident on social media. Posting about your accident, injuries or treatment can be harmful to your claim. Any social posts following an accident may be introduced as evidence later on. It’s best to speak with an experienced motorcycle accident attorney who can offer guidelines about social posts.

If you can, use your phone to take multiple photographs of the accident scene from several angles. That could help our investigative team later on when looking for witnesses and recreating driving conditions. We will also retrieve footage from traffic cameras and local businesses, even other vehicles.

If you are able, get names and contact information from any witnesses. Write down license plate numbers for any cars that may have been in view or stopped to help. Passersby will often leave before the police can get to the scene, making it difficult to track down later on. 

Always call the police after a motorcycle accident. They will be able to provide you with an accident report number our team can retrieve during the investigation process. The police may also make an initial determination about who was at fault. Make note of any tickets, or citations the other driver is issued.

You will need to report the accident to your insurance company. You will give them basic details like the time and location, along with any insurance info from the other driver and the police report number. We recommend you do not speak with the other driver’s insurance company until you have consulted a local motorcycle accident lawyer.

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Recovering After An Accident

Insurance companies will look to find fault on the rider.

As one of the remaining states that follow contributory negligence rules, Virginia law states that if you were even partially to blame for a car accident or motorcycle accident, you can not recover any damages. The first thing the other drivers insurance company, or even your own, will do is try to blame you as the rider. The motorcycle accident attorneys know that because they used to work for the insurance companies. They know how they operate.

If they can’t find fault in the rider, their next tactic is to try and settle claims quickly. You might get a phone call or offer letter very soon after your accident for an amount that may seem fair to you. Don’t sign it. You should consult with an experienced bike accident attorney first. It doesn’t cost you anything to find out if the offer they’re making you is fair compensation for the trauma you have endured. Contact the motorcycle and car accident attorneys at Rutter Mills today.

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Motorcycle riders are at a steep disadvantage when a careless driver or a distracted driver causes a collision with them. Motorcycle wrecks are almost always serious, but when someone looses their life in a fatal accident, the impacts are catastrophic to their loved ones. When another driver’s negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct causes a fatal traffic accident, surviving family members can recover compensation in civil court.

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When you’ve got a serious injury, you need a serious lawyer. That’s why we chose Rutter Mills.

Motorcycle Accidents Change Everything

When Ed was injured in a motorcycle crash, he knew he needed a serious lawyer to protect his rights. The insurance companies were fighting him every step of the way. Rutter Mills helped prove Ed’s case and get him the money he needed to get on the road to recovery.

They lifted allot of stress off my shoulders. I recommend them to anybody because they WILL fight for you.

Who Can You Turn To?

Referrals From Friends and Family

After John was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident, he turned to the person he trusts most for a recommendation. His wife, a paralegal of 30 years, told him to call Rutter Mills on the advice of the lawyer she worked for.

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The number of motorcycle accidents continues to rise in Virginia.With faster cars and more distractions for drivers, fatal bike accidents are also on the rise.

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Every 45 seconds someone is killed in the U.S. by a drunk driver. If you or a loved one was injured by a drunk driver, contact the lawyers at Rutter Mills today.

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Drowsy driving is a dangerous condition. If you or a loved one were injured due to someone else’s drowsy driving, contact the lawyers at Rutter Mills today.

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If you’ve been injured in a head on collision, contact the lawyers at Rutter Mills today.

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Personal Injury

We are here for you in your time of need, providing compassionate guidance and aggressive advocacy in a wide range of personal injury matters. Our top-rated attorneys will fight the insurance companies and get you back on your feet.

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We’re here to listen. A member of our team will meet with you, focusing on not only what happened, but also what you are going through and how it’s impacted your life. Then we’ll tell you what options are available to you to get on the road to recovery.

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Maritime/Jones Act Law

Personal injuries that happen when you’re working – or playing – on the water aren’t governed by “the law of the land.” They are subject to maritime laws under the Jones Act– also known as admiralty law.

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We’re here to listen. A member of our team will meet with you, focusing on listening to not only what happened, but also what you are going through and how it’s impacted your life.

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Truck Accidents

Truck accidents are often serious. We are here to listen to your story so we can guide you to healing. Our team has represented some of the largest truck accident cases in Virginia. Call us and see how we can help you today.

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Workers Compensation

If you’ve been injured on the job, workers’ compensation insurance may entitle you to critical assistance like medical treatment, lost wages, and more. But insurance companies will put up an aggressive fight to resist paying you the compensation you need and deserve. Rutter Mills can help get you the money you deserve.

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A Rutter Mills case is a serious case. It may mean you have been badly injured. It certainly means you have a lot on the line, and the resolution of your case will make a big difference to you, your family, and your life moving forward.

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I am so grateful and thankful that I chose Rutter Mills to handle my Social Security Disability Application! They completed and submitted the application on our very first office visit. My attorney and staff showed immediate knowledge and understanding of a very complex and time consuming process! I was kept informed and updated on the status of my claim. When I finally received confirmation that my claim had been approved, I couldn't have been any more pleased with my decision to hire Rutter Mills! Two big thumbs up for an awesome job!

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My experience with Rutter Mills was outstanding from beginning to end. My case was handled in a timely manner and I was kept in the loop throughout the entire process. Outstanding job Rutter Mills!

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Being involved in my first motor vehicle incident was scary and confusing (as you could imagine); but the Rutter Mills team helped me navigate everything from start to finish. I worked with Will Nexsen and his colleagues Lindsey and Denise. They made it a point to keep me informed with constant updates to my case, explaining what to expect if/when we were to go to court and just making sure I was okay and If anything was needed from them to help make this as easy for me as possible. In the end, they worked to get an offer that satisfied me and helped to keep me out of court. That was a huge blessing as I am at the end of my 1st pregnancy and not sure how the back and forth would have taken a toll on me; so my family and I are very grateful for that.

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I was in an auto accident and was injured. We didn’t know anything about the legal process. A friend recommended Rutter Mills. Our team, Andrew Boran and Kathy Saunders guided us and explained each step in our claim to a fair settlement.

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