Fatal Motorcycle Accident

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The whole world stops when a sudden tragic death occurs. As you grapple with what has happened, the bills start pouring in – the ambulance bill, the hospital stay, the funeral parlor, the florist, and the burial costs. Then there are all the usual bills for mortgage or rent and utilities – but your loved one’s income is no longer contributing to the household. How do you purchase food, gas, and other necessities?

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Research indicates motorists in vehicles are at fault in roughly 60 percent of motorcycle accidents.

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Motorcycle Accidents Accounted for 14% of All Traffic Deaths

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration records that about 72 out of every 100,000 motorcycle riders will experience a crash, which is . 07% of bikers.

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Almost 70% of motorcycle accidents occur at intersections because drivers do not see the motorcycle.

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How Rutter Mills Can Help

Other drivers often make a left in front of the motorcycle, pull in front of a biker going straight, speed, tailgate, and fail to yield right of way. Auto drivers are sometimes intoxicated or distracted by a device behind the wheel. If you have lost a family member in a Virginia motorcycle accident, Rutter Mills’ wrongful death lawyers and car accident lawyers are here to help in any way possible.

A fatal motorcycle accident attorney can help you receive a moratorium on pressing bills while your case is pending and help you find local resources like food pantries, survivor benefit programs, and grief counseling.

A Fatal Motorcycle Accident Attorney Helps Your Family Financially Recover

The whole world stops when a sudden tragic death occurs. As you grapple with what has happened, the bills start pouring in – the ambulance bill, the hospital stay, the funeral parlor, the florist, and the burial costs. Then there are all the usual bills for mortgage or rent and utilities – but your loved one’s income is no longer contributing to the household. How do you purchase food, gas, and other necessities?

Ultimately, your lawyer’s goal is to recover money for your family to cover the following:

Unpaid medical bills that accumulated before death
Reasonable funeral and burial expenses
Loss of future income the decedent could have earned
Non-monetary damages like loss of companionship, affection, support, and guidance.
Wrongful death claims

There are so many questions following a motorcycle accident. What might have happened in those moments before the crash? Could the accident have been prevented? How much has your family lost?

Rutter Mills attorneys work hard with a team of investigators and outside experts to uncover the past and look ahead to the future. We know what a fair settlement offer looks like, and our experience will help keep you from being short-changed by the insurance company.

Next Steps

How and When to File A Claim

The process begins with calling the Rutter Mills motorcycle accident lawyers for a free consultation. Typically, a spouse calls to file a lawsuit. A parent, sibling, or heir can file if there is no spouse or dependents. Children – biological, adopted, step, foster, or grand – may also be included in the suit.

The Commonwealth of Virginia generally allows family members to file within two years from the date of the accident. Filing after this limitation period will result in a judge summarily dismissing your claim. In rare cases, such as hit-and-run accidents where the perpetrator was initially unknown, the statute of limitations clock starts ticking upon knowledge of harm; this exception is called the discovery rule.

Unlike most states that go by comparative negligence, the Commonwealth of Virginia follows a law stating that an injured person cannot file a claim if they were, in any way, proximately responsible for contributing to the accident, so it’s essential to find an aggressive team who will defend the reputation of your loved one and place blame irrefutably on the defendant, where it belongs.

If you are hurting, we are here to listen. Call Rutter Mills for a free consultation following a fatal motorcycle accident. We work on a contingency basis and charge nothing upfront for our services. Our legal fee comes out of the settlement or recovery.

TESTIMONIALS

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Dave Put His Trust in Us

Don’t Fall For The Insurance Company’s Games

Dave suffered serious injuries in a car accident. The defendant’s insurance company tried to offer him a low amount so Dave called Rutter Mills. We took over dealing with the insurance and got Dave the money he needed to get back on his feet.

They enabled me to be happy in life again.

Get Back On Track

Protecting Your Future

Glenn’s car accident changed his life, but not permanently thanks to the help of his Rutter Mills attorney. When the insurance companies wouldn’t help him, our team fought back and won.

I knew I needed Rutter Mills.

Fighting For What's Right

Getting Justice

On his way home from work at the shipyard, Dan was involved in an accident. He tried to file a claim on his own, but the insurance company wouldn’t give him the money he needed to put his life back on track. Dan knew he needed to call Rutter Mills.

They actually won my case 3 times!

Larena's Win

After her car accident, Larena asked her father, a local stevedore, for his advice on who to call. He recommended Rutter Mills. Her team of car accident experts at Rutter Mills fought back when the insurance companies tried to deny her the money she needed to recuperate from her injuries. We took her case to trial – and won. When the insurance company filed their appeals, we beat them again – two more times! Larena got the money she needed and the justice she deserved.

We’re going to immediately call Rutter Mills. That’s the people I trust with my baby girl.

Who Do You Trust With Your Family?

After a car accident, Jamaree’s first call was to her mom. She was shaken up and scared. Mom told her “We’re calling Rutter Mills. Her next was to Rutter Mills. Her Rutter Mills car accident team helped her get compensation “above & beyond” what she was expecting.

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.

They really care for you as a person. Words cannot describe what Rutter Mills did for me and for my case.

When You Need Someone In Your Corner

Don’t Go It Alone

When the insurance company tried to get Carol to sign paperwork after her car accident, she knew she needed a lawyer. Carol knew she needed Rutter Mills.

When I called Rutter Mills, I knew it was the right fit. They’re so interested in helping you get justice.

Getting The Justice You Deserve

When Mom Needs Strength

Taryn was in a car accident while she was pregnant. She knew she needed someone in her corner to protect her rights and her family’s future.

There’s attorneys, then there’s Rutter Mills.

We're Here When The Unexpected Happens

Priorities

A devasting accident changed Levon’s life forever. The physical and emotional toll left him scared and in pain. When the insurance company for the defendant contacted the family, they made an offer that did not even cover the cost of the medication, much less doctors’ bills, and physical therapy. They knew they needed to talk to a serious lawyer. Rutter Mills took care of the negotiation so Levon could focus on healing.

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.

With the seriousness of the accident, I knew that we needed a serious lawyer. I needed Rutter Mills.

Carol & Levon's Story

They knew they needed a serious lawyer when Carol and her son were seriously injured. After the other party’s insurance company tried to get her to settle for less than she needed, Carol called Rutter Mills for help. We took on the insurance company so she could focus on healing.

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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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