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This article was published on April 4th, 2022
Motorcycles are a great way to get around, their speed and open design give riders a sense of freedom that they don’t get from driving a car. However, unfortunately, riding a motorcycle can be risky and accidents are common. If you are involved in one, it is important to know what to do right away. Let’s explore what you should do if you or a loved one is involved in a motorcycle accident.
The first thing you should do after a motorcycle accident is, assess your injuries. If you are bleeding, or if you suspect that you have broken bones, call an ambulance immediately. Remember that after an accident adrenaline can reduce or eliminate pain at that moment so you cannot rely on pain alone to assess your injuries. After assessing your injuries and those of others, you should try to move any injured people to a safe location and make sure they are comfortable.
After assessing your injuries, you may want to call an ambulance, however, if you feel you don’t need immediate medical attention you should still call the police as they will need to file a report. Even if you do not seek medical attention right away you must visit your doctor because even serious injuries may not be apparent until well after the accident. You should provide the police with as much detail as you can of your recollection of what led up to the crash. However, whilst you are waiting for the police to arrive there are several things you can do to ensure that you have sufficient evidence should you begin a compensation claim:
One of the first things that you should do after everyone involved has assessed their injuries is to gather the contact details of all parties involved. Ensure that you gather information such as their full name, address, email address and telephone number.
You should try and get photographic evidence of the accident scene including the situation surrounding the accident and any notable road signs, the damage to your motorcycle and your injuries. Photographic evidence will be crucial in your compensation case should you choose to pursue one.
In the event of an accident, any witnesses will likely stop to check that you’re alright. If possible, you should ask them to write down their account of the accident as it is likely they will have seen things that you didn’t. In addition to this, you should take down their names and contact details.
You should get in contact with a specialist motorcycle accident solicitor as soon as possible after the accident as they will be able to advise you about the viability of your compensation claim. Here at Thorneycroft Solicitors, we offer a free initial discussion with one of our expert solicitors.
Our specialist serious injury team is dedicated to assisting motorcyclists and their loved ones following an accident, and we recognise that claims can be complicated and that the injuries experienced can be life-changing. As a result, our team will always ensure they do everything in their power to obtain financial compensation for your injuries, as well as collaborate with rehabilitation specialists and medico-legal experts to guarantee you and your family have the care you require to maximise your recovery.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident that wasn’t your fault, get in touch today. To speak to a member of our experienced catastrophic injury team, call 0800 1979 345 or fill out our simple enquiry form.