1615 Forum Pl #4
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Florida Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
Were you injured in an accident while riding your motorcycle? Was it due to someone else’s carelessness or negligent actions? If so, call the Florida personal injury lawyers of Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. to discuss your options for holding that person liable. You might be entitled to compensation for your medical bills and other losses.
Our team of dedicated lawyers has the experience and resources to handle any accident case involving a motorcycle. The injuries are often severe, and medical treatment can become a significant expense. We can provide the quality legal representation you deserve and fight for justice against the at-fault driver. You should not be forced to pay for any incurred costs if you don’t share any responsibility for causing the accident.
The Florida motorcycle accident lawyers of Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. are ready to take on your legal matter and complete every step of the process on your behalf — you won’t have to lift a finger during your case. We take care of all legal aspects so that you can focus on healing your injuries and moving forward with your life. We are always aggressive in our settlement negotiations and aren’t afraid to file a lawsuit and take cases to court.
Contact Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. at 561.689.8180 for a free consultation to learn more about what we can do for you after a motorcycle accident. Call Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. now at 561.689.8180.
Types of Motorcycle Accidents That Can Occur
Riding a motorcycle is exhilarating and a convenient form of transportation during heavy traffic. Unfortunately, it’s also dangerous, as a helmet is the only safety device protecting the rider from harm. These limited safety features contribute to the increased risk of injury and death motorcyclists face in an accident.
The most common types of motorcycle accidents include:
- Dooring – After someone parks their car, they should look behind them before opening their door. If they don’t, they could open the door in the path of an approaching motorcyclist.
- Rear-end collisions – Following any vehicle too closely is dangerous. If it involves a motorcyclist, they are at serious risk of harm if a crash occurs. The rider could get ejected from their bike during the violent impact of the collision.
- Left-hand turn accidents – Turning left requires motorists to look for passing vehicles and proceed with caution. They could end up in a motorcyclist’s path if they decide to turn without checking their surroundings first.
- Lane splitting – Lane splitting is illegal in Florida, but that doesn’t stop many people from doing it anyway. Riding between two lanes of traffic is risky behavior. Another driver could suddenly change lanes without warning or checking their blind spots, sideswiping a motorcyclist.
- Head-on accidents – Drifting or turning into oncoming traffic commonly leads to head-on collisions. The driver becomes distracted and doesn’t notice their vehicle drifting into a different lane. This is one of the most deadly types of motorcycle accidents.
Call Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. immediately if you were involved in any type of motorcycle crash in Florida that wasn’t your fault. When you’re in pain and struggling to recover, you should not have to take on the responsibility of an insurance claim or lawsuit. We can relieve your burden in that regard and handle everything on your behalf.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
Despite traffic laws, many drivers are still unaware of the rights afforded to motorcyclists. They might not realize that the same laws apply and that they must yield in specific situations. Other drivers ignore motorcycles altogether. Instead, they’re on the lookout for other cars and trucks, and often fall habit to changing lanes without checking their blind spots, which puts the rider at risk of an injury.
Without a seatbelt or airbag to protect you during an accident, you’re at the mercy of other vehicles and the surrounding environment. The initial impact of a crash has the potential to launch you from your bike and cause blunt force trauma to your body. Subsequent injuries can follow from landing on the pavement, being hit by oncoming traffic, or being impaled by sharp debris.
Even if you operate your motorcycle safely, you cannot control what the people around you do. Unfortunately, the slightest error or split second of inattention can put you on a collision course with another vehicle. The most common causes of motorcycle accidents are:
- Speeding – Driving above the speed limit is dangerous for everyone on the road. If you encounter a speeding motorist, they could suddenly lose control of their vehicle and crash into you.
- Distracted driving – Distracted driving caused 3,142 fatalities in 2019. The most common type is texting. When someone focuses on a task other than operating their car, they likely won’t notice anything around them. By the time their brain registers stopped traffic or a road hazard, there isn’t enough time to stop or swerve to avoid a collision.
- Failure to check blind spots – Since motorcycles are smaller than most vehicles, drivers should thoroughly check their blind spots before turning, merging onto a highway, and changing lanes. If they don’t, they could sideswipe a nearby motorcyclist.
- Tailgating – The recommended stopping distance for a car traveling at 60 miles per hour is 240 feet. Driving closely behind a motorcyclist prevents the driver from coming to a complete stop to avoid a collision when necessary. There isn’t enough space between both vehicles.
- Defective parts – Some motorcycles have faulty parts due to a poor design or manufacturing error. If you were unaware of a defect and your bike malfunctioned, resulting in your injury, the manufacturer could be at fault.
- Failure to yield – Different circumstances require drivers to yield to others before proceeding along the road. Entering an intersection first means you can continue driving. However, if someone else runs the stop sign, they could crash into you.
- Dangerous road conditions – Although government entities and some companies are responsible for maintaining roadways, it’s up to every driver to take safety precautions around potholes and other hazards. Multiple parties could be liable for an accident caused by road defects.
No matter what another person did to cause the crash, you have a right to hold them accountable and seek the compensation you need to pay for your medical treatment and other costs.
How to Handle a Motorcycle Accident
Most motorcycle accidents cause severe or debilitating injuries. In most cases, you won’t be able to walk around to collect evidence at the scene and exchange insurance information with other people involved in the crash.
Instead, you should focus on the weeks, months, and years ahead. Go to the hospital immediately for a doctor to evaluate your injuries and determine a treatment plan. It is important that you follow the orders and treatment plan underlined by your doctor.
You might not realize this, but insurance companies don’t look out for a claimant’s interests. They want to save money whenever possible and look for every valid reason to deny a person’s claim or offer a low settlement. If your initial medical evaluation isn’t until weeks after the accident, or you regularly skip your doctor’s appointments, it could indicate a minor or non-existent injury.
You should also considering hiring one of the Florida motorcycle accident lawyers from Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. immediately after the crash. You may feel that you can take on the insurance company by yourself, however, there are multiple aspects of a claim and unforeseen obstacles that could arise. If you’re unfamiliar with how this process works, you could make a mistake and end up with an inadequate settlement.
Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. has the resources to request copies of your medical records and collect other necessary evidence. Most accident victims forget vital details of their treatment. For example, if you went to a facility for an X-ray at some point after your accident, you might not remember it months or years later. For this reason, it’s crucial to keep copies of every document you receive during your case. We can review what you have and ensure your medical records contain every treatment date.
Compensation You Might Be Entitled to Following a Motorcycle Accident
Florida is a no-fault state when it comes to car insurance. That means the injured victim must turn to their personal injury insurance (PIP) for compensation for their medical bills and other expenses before going after the at-fault driver’s insurer. However, PIP only covers motor vehicles that have at least four wheels. Since a motorcycle only has two wheels, the rider would not be covered by PIP, and the no-fault rules would not apply.
You could file a claim with the negligent driver’s car insurance company if they carry liability coverage. The compensation you receive could cover the losses you suffered, such as:
- Property damage
- Vehicle rental expenses
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Lost earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Physical impairment or disfigurement
If the other person involved in the accident doesn’t have liability insurance, you might be able to file a claim with your UM carrier. Uninsured motorist (UM) is optional coverage in Florida. If you chose to purchase it, you could file a claim to compensate for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If you have uninsured motorist property damage coverage, you could also seek compensation for the cost to repair your motorcycle.
Contact Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. for Your Free Consultation
You do not have to go through this traumatic experience alone. Our Florida motorcycle accident lawyers will remain by your side and help you recover from your injuries so that you can move forward with your life. We understand your pain, and the challenges you face regarding the long-term effects of the crash. Someone else put you in this situation, and you can count on us to fight for you.
If you sustained injuries in a motorcycle accident in Florida, call Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. now at 561.689.8180.
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Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A.
1615 Forum Pl #4
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Toll Free: 800.689.8180
Phone: 561.689.8180
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Testimonials
John B (my investigator) was AWESOME! Thank you.
D. Domond, Personal Injury Client
Was kept informed and was promptly notified of any updates regarding this case. Mr. Van Wieringen, my main point of contact, would explain in laymans terms all details.
Anonymous, Personal Injury Client
My case was off to a pretty rough start , once I had gotten in contact with John B. , he helped solve my car accident case amazingly ! He was responsive , professional & personal . I will definitely be going back if anything happens in the future ! Would highly recommend !
K. L.
I am thankful for your assistance and your professionalism. Continue to provide good services to the community.
K. Martinez, Personal Injury Client
Even though Mr Halvorson has retired I would still recommend this law firm to anyone who needed an accident injury attorney
D. B.
You dealt with my step father & he was very pleased with all your help.
R. Hart, Personal Injury Client
I have to start out by saying that the paralegal Heidi R.was AMAZING! She was on top of everything and always was there to answer my questions and concerns. Brad Pace was the investigator on my case and he was very professional and knowledgeable regarding every aspect of my injury case! He always addressed my concerns and even if I didn’t want to hear it he ALWAYS explained to me what was best for myself and my injuries ! Thank you so much for all you do you all are an amazing team that actually feels more like a family!!!
R. O.
Thank you for taking my case. I am pleased with the outcome. This is a perfect opportunity for me to recommend your company to my family and friends. It is so important to be courteous and return phone calls. Thank you
W.W, Personal Injury Client
Thank you for the great professional courteous treatment during a difficult time. Jason your firm is responsive and on target. I want to thank Jason (Mr. Weisser) for listening on personal issues I was facing during my situation. I recommend them 100% on legal matters. They stuck through it over 1.8 years during this difficult time.
L. S.
Tammy Manning is a very valuable asset to your firm. She was amazing!
L. Tatum, Personal Injury Client
Best Lawyers in town I was referred to them by a friend.
N. J.
I am deeply appreciative of the level of care and expertise that was provided through Mr. Overbeck.
T. Jones, Personal Injury Client
John was amazing ! He kept me updated with everything , he helped me when I wasn’t sure of a decision and was always available to talk to answer any questions I had ! Thank you so much , Again , you guys are worth all 5 stars !
C. R.
I would like to thank everyone at this firm for helping me with this incident. I look forward to using you guys again in the future. 🙂
L. Hansen, Personal Injury Client
Bill and Jon were great to me! They handle everything for you with your best interest at heart! Truely the good guys you want in your corner. Forever grateful for them.
B. F.
It was nice to have you guys working on my case. I already recommend a friend of mine to your office. Very nice people.
Anonymous, Personal Injury Client
I was in a motorcycle accident: the bike was totaled and my back injured. Jon and the team helped me get a pretty quick settlement to help me get pay my medical Bill’s and get a new motorcycle. The best firm!
M. B.
Attorney Gregory Cummings and his law firm are consummate professionals. Atty Cummings and his TEAM had our best interest and even followed up periodically keeping us informed until closure. The staff has great interpersonal skills which are reflective in via email, phone conversation and especially in person. Great firm. Thank you all.
Vinoo Ramdat
HANK IS A REAL MENSCH. IT WAS A PLEASURE TO WORK WITH HIM.
S. Weinstein, Personal Injury Client
My experience with Amanda Coates and Mr. Hayden was amazing when i had questions there were able to answer. They was very professional they even got me back more then i was expecting. Keep up the good work and God bless you both.
L. W.
I worked very closely on my case with attorney Greg Cummings, investigator Jon Blumengarten and paralegal Johanna over the past 2.5 years. Outstanding and professional law firm, with excellent communications and follow-up, making sure I was kept up to date on everything regarding my case. They worked so diligently and effectively on my case that I didn’t even realize had much time had gone by from when they took the case to when everything was finalized. They took my case about a week after my car accident and Jon took the time to come to my house and meet with me and learn more about my accident and I knew right then and there that I was in excellent hands, because he actually cared about me, not just as a client but as a person. The entire team was an absolute pleasure to work with, I would recommend this law firm to anyone looking for someone to represent them in any personal injury matters. Thank you for everything!!
Catalina Reinhardt
Overall it was a very satisfied and good experience to interact with your firm and associates. Good luck to you always!
W. Rana, Personal Injury Client
Outstanding expertise, service, communication. Brad Pace was excellent to work with – a true professional. For those reading these reviews in order to make a decision, you really don’t need to search any further.
A. W.
This team is PHENOMENAL with everything, I can’t thank them enough seriously. I’m still young and I’ve been in multiple car accidents and have just settled before. With me having two kids John and Mr.Zoeller worked exceptionally for my case. They were very very patient because it was not easy for me at all losing everything behind my car accident so sudden and they understood and walked with me the entire way. I would highly recommend them to anyone I wouldn’t want to go anywhere else if god forbid something was to happen again. I could go on and on but honestly they were amazing, wasn’t slow on their feet at all, kept me updated with communication through the entire time and the staff was great as well as a team in general. They definitely gave me another chance to make sure I got back everything I’ve lost for my kids and I and for that I will forever be grateful for even having a chance to work with them and them working with me most of all. I really want to thank them again seriously for helping me when it was super rough for me being a single mom you guys are greatly appreciated from the bottom of my heart and keep up the good work 10 stars from me!!!!
Deja T
Attorney Jason Weisser was very informative from the beginning of the case. His team including Mr. Hank was always available to answer any questions we had. Highly recommend them to anyone involved in auto injury or personal injury.
Mohammed I, Personal Injury Client
Eric Hayden and Amanda Coates were the best legal team! All of my questions were answered throughout the entire process, and I received a fantastic result on my case. Thank you to the entire firm!
S. J.
I worked with Erick! He was an amazing guy who managed to get the full 60,000$ dollar settlement. Was able to lower my medical expenses to put more money in my pocket what an absolute godsend I will be recommending friends and family.
Rosie M
While I was being represented by Attorney Jason Weisser, I felt as if I was being represented by family. They were always friendly, kept me well informed & answered any questions I had. Also, Michele (paralegal) Was always supportive & encouraging as I went through medical treatment, legal issues, and the stress from the insurance companies. They are #1 in my book!
Amber C, Personal Injury Client
I love this law firm!!! Hank is the best he very professional respond to all my questions
N. S.
I am very happy with the way you handled my case.
Libya. R, Florida Personal Injury Client
Just call Mr.Overbeck! Freaking awesome!
C. E.
Very Good relationship, excellent results-Very Happy-I have since referred a possible client to you. P.S. Hank was great to me!!!
Sheldon H, Florida Personal Injury Client
This law firm cares and it shows! They’re attentive and thorough. Every time I got a call from them was always more good news. Highly highly recommend!
J. N.
Hank and company were excellent to work with. They went to bat for me and settled my case in under a year. Recommended me to some of the best doctors to get my injuries sustained in my accident taken care of to the best of their ability. Also negotiated their medical bills down substantially from full price to make my net settlement fair to me in the end. Would highly recommend these guys to anyone.
DRTORQUENSTEIN
Your Professionalism is Top Notch! Also, we were treated like family. I would recommend your firm to anyone. Thank you so much
Barbara F, Florida Personal Injury Client
John was great and very easy to communicate with highly recommend!
H. L.
Their service was excellent! I never had an issue concerning the firm. Thank you for everything!
Renoal M, Personal Injury Client
I’m not one to write reviews but I wish I could rate this firm higher than five stars. During possibly the worst time in my families life this team stepped in to advocate on our behalf. Jason and Eileen are apart of our family forever and we have so much gratitude for them. If you want lawyer who will fight beside you then you found the right team. Very quick and efficient and will always keep you in the loop. I had millions of questions and they found answers to every one. Eileen is possibly the sweetest and kindest personal ever simply put she’s a badass.
N. J.
I found Mr. Schuler and Mr. Pace to be both professional as well as very personable. Never having found myself in this type of situation, I was quite nervous;however, within a very short time I knew I was in good hands. Throughout the process Mr. Pace kept me apprised of developments and answered all of my questions. He took care of everything and I was extremely pleased with the results. I would most definitely recommend the firm of Schuler, Weisser, Zoeller, Overbeck & Baxter P.A. to anyone embroiled in a legal matter.
Laurene V, Personal Injury Client
I cannot thank this law firm enough for everything they did for my case after my car accident. My Attorney, Mr. Zoeller, my Legal Assistant, Jennifer, and the Investigator, Hank, went above and beyond for me. You never anticipate a bad car accident to happen to you, but they all collectively took the time to make this experience very easy and less stressful. I would highly recommended this amazing law firm to anyone. Thank you so much for everything from the bottom of my heart!
C. B.
Brad was great! Always responded to my phone calls and emails in a timely manner. He was professional, patient, and thorough. Thanks Brad!
Ashley G, Personal Injury Client
Professionalism, reliability and quality service.
J. W.
Very satisfied with the outcome of the case.
Jack S, Personal Injury Client
Mr. Blumengarten was quite informative, easy to reach and was quite professional in his approach and response. He helped me to understand the process and was quite helpful in dealing with my personal plight. I would certainly recommend this firm to anyone. Thanks for the continued assistance.
E. T.
I thank you!
Barbara N, Personal Injury Client
Hank and company were excellent to work with. They went to bat for me and settled my case in under a year. Recommended me to some of the best doctors to get my injuries sustained in my accident taken care of to the best of their ability. Also negotiated their medical bills down substantially from full price to make my net settlement fair to me in the end. Would highly recommend these guys to anyone.
Dr. T
I was satisfied with everyone that worked on my case. Thank you for everything.
April S, Personal Injury Client
I have been a loyal customer and I will recommend all my family and friends to Jason D. Weisser, Schuler, and Halvorson for the wonderful job!!
Marline J, Personal Injury Client
Excellent staff, professional, effective
Anthony P, Personal Injury Client
Excellent team work! Your commitment to your clients is reflected in the quality and dedication of work.
Lucia B, Personal Injury Client
Very pleased by the prompt attention given this matter. The concern shown for our family at a very sad time was appreciated. Your professionalism was first class!
Daniel D, Personal Injury Client
I would highly recommend the firm. Our experience was very good! We never imagined an outcome that matched our request. This firm worked hard to make things come together. Thank you so much!
Cynthia W, Personal Injury Client
Hank was very helpful with any questions we had.
Anonymous, Personal Injury Client
I was very satisfied with Jason Weisser. I will always recommend.
Cory N, Personal Injury Client
Thanks for all that you did. I appreciate you and would recommend you to my family and friends & family. You’re the best Hank.
Milton H, Personal Injury Client
I appreciate everything you all did on my behalf. Me and my family would like to thank you and the staff of your firm for such a unique job.
Vana T, Personal Injury Client
Tiffany S, Personal Injury Client
Hank VW was awesome!
Hank was a rep of your office! Handled everything very well.
Robert C, Personal Injury Client
Brad was awesome. Explained everything very clearly and always told me the next step.
Jeanette E, Personal Injury Client
I was extremely satisfied with how the law firm dealt with my case and I would highly recommend this firm.
Jenny H, Personal Injury Client
Mr. Pace was very informative and very honest with me at all times. Thank you very much for all your work.
Cathy G, Personal Injury Client
Brad was wonderful! He was always pleasant, helpful and very professional! I was very happy with the firm and my outcome & would use the firm again!
Janet W, Personal Injury Client
From beginning to end, my association with this firm, in particular Brad Pace, was outstanding! I was kept informed at every step, phone calls returned beyond promptly and I always felt my best interests were paramount to them. Even had the outcome not been favorable, my impression would be the same – Their desire to achieve the best possible results for me always the goal. A very courteous, professional and approachable environment made me feel comfortable immediately. You are in good hands with this firm.
Pamela W, Personal Injury Client
Once again I experienced outstanding efficiency. It’s always great to work with Hank and I’m sure he’s the best in the business at what he does! I’d like to thank all involved with my case. I deeply appreciate your efforts! Thank You!!!
Brett W, Personal Injury Client
Very Pleased with the services we received.
Jazmin B, Personal Injury Client
You guys are wonderful and always very professional and caring. Brad is excellent and does a very good job.
Marsha N, Personal Injury Client
I want you to know of the high regard I have for your investigator, Bradford Pace. The accident was one of the worst experiences of my life and if it had not been for his kindness, expertise and readiness to answer my questions and concerns, it would have been much worse. You should be very proud of having such fine gentleman in your law firm.
Ruth L, Personal Injury Client
Hank did a great job helping us through the insurance maze after our auto accident. We really appreciate his courtesy and professionalism. Your receptionist is so skilled it’s amazing. Her people skills are so good they should be bottled in gold.
Clinton J, Personal Injury Client
I am impressed with the personal attention and the expediency that my case received. I would gladly recommend this outstanding law firm with complete confidence!
Elaine H, Personal Injury Client
Very professional as well as compassionate in handling the entire case. Thanks so much.
Gail G, Personal Injury Client
Use them! They were supportive in my claim and mad me feel assured everything was going to be handled to the very end. The team was always in step with every level of the claim, and each attorney that represented me was well versed on their field of law. In the end I was very satisfied with their confidence and follow through. I would highly recommend this law firm and its vast team of experience and knowledge to represent you in any area of the law they practice.
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