Denton Motorcycle Accident Claims

Unique Laws for Filing a Motorcycle Wreck Claim in Texas

There is a unique aspect under Texas state law that is important for those filing uninsured or underinsured motorist claims to be aware of. There actually has to be contact between the two vehicles to file an accident claim. This can be critical in motorcycle accident cases because often times a motorcycle and another vehicle do not actually collide. Rather, a vehicle pulls out in front of a motorcycle or changes lanes, causing the motorcyclist to swerve to avoid the wreck. Because of a motorcyclist’s ability to immediately lane-steer—which can often times be the case in these situations—the injuries motorcyclists suffer may not be from a collision with another vehicle but rather from sliding on the pavement or being thrown off their bikes onto the road. Unfortunately, if a biker avoids making contact with a negligent driver, then they may not be able to pursue an uninsured/underinsured motorist claim. A seasoned Denton attorney could explain the state laws in more detail and answer any questions about motorcycle wreck claims during an initial meeting.