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NH Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
The Do's and Don'ts After a Motorcycle Accident
The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ("NHTSA") reported that nearly 4,800 people died and 87,000 people were injured in motorcycle accidents in 2006. While we hope you are never involved in a motorcycle accident, knowing what to do, and what not to do, after an accident occurs is important to every motorcyclist.
The New Hampshire motorcycle accident attorneys at Tenn And Tenn, P.A. have more than 20 years of riding experience. Our lawyers offer the do's and don'ts of what to do following a motorcycle accident. The Motorcycle Accident attorneys at Tenn And Tenn, P.A. handle all aspects of motorcycle cases.
Do's
- Document the accident scene. If you cannot return to the accident scene to take pictures for yourself or analyze the bike, have a friend or a loved one do that for you. Professional photos are not required, but it's important to document the scene as soon as possible.
- Hire an experienced NH motorcycle accident lawyer. It's a good idea to hire an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer. Having a professional working on your behalf is critical to a successful recovery for your injuries, pain, and suffering.
Don'ts
- Don't be in a hurry to talk to the other driver's insurance company. There is no reason for you to be in a rush to tell your story. Under no circumstances should you try to relay the facts of the collision if you're on pain medication. Generally, the better practice is to allow your Manchester motorcycle crash lawyer to handle all communication with the driver's insurance company. Insurance investigators and representatives are well trained. Their job is to help the insurance company, so don't be in a rush to talk to them.
- Don't be in a rush to fix your bike until you can document the damage. You are entitled to compensation for your property damage. Don't settle your claim before a comprehensive examination of your motorcycle has been performed.
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident and want experienced motorcycle accident lawyers, contact Tenn And Tenn, P.A. Our NH personal injury lawyers will provide you with a free telephone consultation to determine the best course of action.
