Virginia Beach Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

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Virginia Beach Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Motorcycle Accident Injury Lawyers

Virginia Beach is a popular destination for bikers, but collisions with other motorists can lead to long-term or permanent injuries. Thankfully, an experienced Virginia Beach motorcycle accident lawyer can help you recover the maximum amount of compensation following a serious wreck to help you get on the road to recovery.

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For over 65 years, the Virginia Beach motorcycle accident lawyers at Rutter Mills have been helping clients get the money they need after a serious bike accident.

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HELPING YOU RECOVER AFTER A SERIOUS MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT

Getting the maximum recovery from your motorcycle accident claim is never guaranteed. The drivers responsible for these accidents often have insurance as well as their own legal counsel to defend them. Their legal teams will put a great deal of energy and resources into trying to point the finger at you for the wreck. If successful, you won’t get the money you deserve.

The experienced Virginia Beach Motorcycle Accident Lawyers at Rutter Mills can help you even the playing field against these insurance companies. We know how to build a winning injury claim and can provide you with valuable insight to get the most out of your case. To learn more, schedule a free consultation when you contact us today.

Potential Compensation After A Motorcycle Crash in Virginia Beach

Economic damages relate to measurable financial losses from a motorcycle crash, or how much the accident cost you. Examples include medical bills, lost wages, and motorcycle repair expenses. Often, you can evaluate and calculate this form of damage by researching invoices, bills, and receipts. Any loss that has a demonstrable value reflected in these documents is a form of economic loss. The total of the economic damages is considered when determining the value of non-economic damages. It is critical that you keep records of your medical treatment and any out-of-pocket expenses for your claim.

Non-economic damages are more subjective, making it harder to receive the proper payout without legal help. These losses include compensation for pain and suffering or mental anguish. They can vary in severity from one person to another. Non-economic damages from a motorcycle accident are calculated not through invoices or bills, but rather through complex formulas that require skilled attorneys to determine, and more importantly, help you recover.

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Proving Fault After a Motorcycle Accident in Virginia Beach

One of the most critical elements to proving your case after a Virginia Beach motorcycle crash is finding fault. Unlike most other states, Virginia adheres to a strict theory of fault known as contributory negligence. Effectively, the law makes it impossible for anyone who is partially responsible for their injury to recover any money at all.

True fault is not based solely on the determination by police at the scene. The insurance company will look at how you may have prevented your own injuries if you had acted in a more safe manor or been wearing better protective gear. Their efforts can have you playing defense when you should be focusing on recovering. Our experts know all their games, so we build a solid case

Our motorcycle accident lawyers can help show the other party is to blame by collecting and preserving evidence like:

  • Police records
  • Accident reconstruction
  • Expert testimony
  • Medical reports
  • Eyewitness testimony
  • Photos and videos of the accident scene
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Help Is Available If You’ve Been Injured In A Motorcycle Accident

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident due to someone else’s negligence, the Virginia Beach motorcycle accident lawyers at Rutter Mills can help. We understand the unique challenges that motorcyclists face and can fight for the compensation they deserve. For over 65 years, our team of Virginia Beach motorcycle accident lawyers has been helping people rebuild after the serious injuries often caused by the wrecks. We have helped people in your situation get the support they need to recover from their injuries. Read more about how attorney Adam Lotkin secured $750,000 for an injured biker here.

Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Virginia Beach

Being aware of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents in Virginia Beach can help you avoid wrecks. After  six decades helping bikers get justice after an accident, we know just how devasting these accidents can be. Here is what to beware of on the road:

  • Left-turn accidents: Car drivers often underestimate a motorcycle’s speed and fail to yield the right of way.
  • Rear-end collisions: Tailgating is a major problem, and motorcycles offer less rear-end protection than cars.
  • Dooring accidents: Parked drivers opening doors without checking mirrors can cause serious accidents.
  • Unsafe lane changes: Drivers not seeing motorcycles in their blind spots frequently cause crashes.
  • Speeding: Too often bikers push their motorcycles beyond their driving capabilities.
  • DUI accidents: The oceanfront social scene can lead to impaired drivers, whose reflexes are hampered by alcohol.
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Motorcycle Accident Injuries that Qualify for a Claim

As long as you suffer an injury that has a significant impact on your life after a motorcycle accident, you likely qualify to seek compensation from the at-fault driver. That’s true regardless of the kind of injury you suffer.

Some common injuries suffered after motorcycle accidents in Virginia Beach include:

  • Broken bones
  • Concussions
  • Neck trauma
  • Burns

If you are unsure whether your case qualifies, the best solution is to seek help from an experienced Virginia Beach motorcycle accident law firm like Rutter Mills. Our team offers FREE case evaluations so that you can better understand your legal options. Contact one of our Virginia Beach personal accident lawyers today.

Don’t Wait – The Clock Is Ticking For Accident Victims

STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS IN VIRGINIA BEACH

The time following a severe injury from a motorcycle accident can be overshadowed by stress and anxiety. While we do not want to add to that chaos, the law does set a time limit by which you must file a claim to retain the right to seek compensation from the at-fault party. In short – you have a limited amount of time before you lose the right to file a claim. 

The Code of Virginia §8.01-243 sets a deadline of two years from the date of your initial crash. However, there can be additional variables that change the deadline in your case. You might have shorter time limits if:

  • Your case involves medical malpractice
  • Your crash was caused by a government employee in the course of their duties

Check with our team of motorcycle accident lawyers in Virginia Beach as soon as possible to determine the deadline for filing your claim. Waiting past the two-year time limit can mean that you lose the right to pursue compensation at all.

Additionally, if you’ve been involved in a Virginia Beach car accident that contained a mix of cars and motorcycles involved in the accident, contact us today for a full case review.

Contact a Virginia Beach Motorcycle Accident Lawyer for expert legal guidance

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.

Call or text anytime at 757-777-7777 or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation and explore your options.

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Stay Safe on Virginia Beach Roads

  • Be extra cautious: Always prioritize defensive riding, assuming drivers might not see you.
  • Increase visibility: Use bright headlights and wear reflective gear during the day and at night.
  • Follow the speed limit: Speeding reduces your reaction time and increases stopping distance.
  • Lane position: Ride in the center of your lane to make yourself more visible to car drivers. NEVER WEAVE BETWEEN LANES!
  • Never drink and ride: Alcohol impairs your judgment and coordination significantly.
  • Ride defensively: Assume other drivers can’t see you and anticipate their actions.

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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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TESTIMONIALS

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

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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.

I knew I needed Rutter Mills.

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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.

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.

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Christin B.

I wish I had called Rutter Mills from the beginning. I tried to deal with the insurance company myself, big mistake. Adam Lotkin and his paralegal Ruth Simmons were amazing. They walked me through the process and got me a settlement almost ten times the offer from the insurance company. Trust Rutter Mills, you won't be disappointed!

James E.

All of the professionals at Rutter Mills treated me with the utmost respect and dignity. Adam Lotkin and Max Baker especially took great care to maximize the settlement of my motorcycle accident, and I wholeheartedly endorse Rutter Mills for a positive outcome from unfortunate situations that sometimes happen in your life.

Paul M

I should have posted this a while ago, but Rutter-Mills represented me after a drunk driver plowed into my motorcycle head-on. Which was even worse since I was on it at the time. At first, the insurance company on the vehicle was willing to pay the full liability amount, which meant we'd be unable to sue for more. But the team at Rutter-Mills, lawyers, paralegals, and investigators all kept pushing and realized that a legality detail meant the driver's father's insurance was responsible.
I got medically separated from the Navy due to my injuries, which still persist and hinder me to this day. But thanks to the way everyone at Rutter Mills treated me and worked to get me compensation that set me up for life. They're the first lawyers I refer people to if they've been injured and they're first lawyers I'll go to of anything ever happens to me or my family.

Andrew S.

Adam Lotkin and Max Baker were exceptionally professional and had my case resolved quickly. Easy to talk to and they were quick to answer any questions or concerns. Always in communication with me with any changes in my case along the way. I would not hesitate to refer anyone to this Law Firm. And would definitely use them again if I had to. Zero regrets having them represent me. Thank you!

Sergio C

I generally don’t write reviews. But I wanted to thank all the staff at Rutter Mills for the great job they did on my case. Adam Lotkin, my attorney, was straight forward and solid. He did what he said he would do. He kept reassuring me that I was in good hands, and in the end, he proved, I was. Ruth Simmons, kept me up to date and promptly answered all my questions. Ruth was very thorough and knowledgeable. Selena Day provided backup support and rounded out the team, assisting in putting together my court presentation. The whole staff made me feel like my case was a team effort. When my case was finished, they treated me fairly and worked quickly to pay out my settlement. When going up against large insurance companies, Rutter Mills proved, your law firm does matter. They have experienced, professional people. Thank you all again, for taking a difficult time in my life and making it bearable.

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