Riders face a bias the moment the claim opens. Your lawyer shouldn’t share it.

Most motorcycle crashes happen because a driver in a car or truck didn’t see the rider, usually while turning left or changing lanes. Even so, insurance adjusters often start from the assumption that the rider was speeding or reckless.

Josh Hopkins has represented injured Texans for more than 30 years and handles every case himself, including building the evidence that shows what really happened.

Why Motorcycle Cases Are Different

The injuries are more severe. Without the protection of a vehicle’s frame, riders often suffer head injuries, fractures, spinal injuries, and severe road rash, even in low-speed crashes.

Fault is often disputed. Drivers almost always say they “never saw” the motorcycle. Witness statements, scene measurements, vehicle damage, and sometimes data from the other vehicle or nearby cameras are needed to prove how the crash happened.

Insurance limits are often too low. Texas only requires $30,000 per person in bodily injury coverage, which rarely covers a serious motorcycle injury. Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage on your own policy can be critical.

Common Causes of Motorcycle Crashes

• Drivers turning left in front of a rider
• Unsafe lane changes and blind-spot crashes
• Rear-end collisions at lights and in traffic
• Opening car doors into a rider’s path
• Distracted and impaired drivers
• Road hazards, debris, and poorly maintained roads
• Defective motorcycle parts or tires

What If I Wasn’t Wearing a Helmet?

In Texas, riders 21 and older may ride without a helmet if they’ve completed an approved safety course or carry qualifying health insurance. Not wearing a helmet does not by itself bar your claim. The insurer may still argue that it affected your injuries, so the facts matter.

What To Do After a Motorcycle Accident

1. Get medical care right away. Adrenaline can hide serious injuries.
2. Call the police and get the report number.
3. Keep your gear. Your helmet, jacket, and other gear can be important evidence. Don’t throw anything away.
4. Photograph the scene, both vehicles, and your injuries.
5. Get witness names and phone numbers.
6. Don’t give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurer.
7. Call a lawyer before you sign anything.

Compensation You May Be Able To Recover

Depending on the facts, injured people and families may be able to seek compensation for:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
• Physical pain and mental anguish
• Physical impairment and disfigurement
• Damage to your motorcycle and gear

Don’t Wait — Deadlines Apply

Every claim has a legal deadline to file, and some are much shorter than people expect, especially claims involving a government vehicle, property, or employee, which can require written notice within months. Missing a deadline can end a claim permanently. The deadline in your case depends on your specific facts, so talk to a lawyer as soon as possible.

This information is general and is not legal advice. Reading this website or contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I was partly at fault?

Under Texas law, you can still recover if you were 50 percent or less responsible. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.

How much does it cost?

Nothing up front. Motorcycle accident cases are handled on a contingency fee, so there’s no attorney’s fee unless we recover money for you. The firm advances all case expenses. They are repaid from the recovery, and if there is no recovery, you owe nothing. Fee terms are explained in writing before you sign anything.

Talk to Josh Hopkins Today

If you were hurt in a motorcycle crash, talk to Josh directly. Call 361-31-LAWYR (361-315-2948) or request a free case review online. Se habla español.

Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Josh Hopkins is Board Certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Lawyer responsible for this content: Josh Hopkins, Corpus Christi, Texas.