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A: Motorcycle accidents commonly occur due to negligence of a party in addition to the other driver. There may be claims against road owners or street owners, adjacent property owners, and product manufacturers. In cases where serious injury or death results from a motorcycle accident, it is important to have the case reviewed by an expert motorcycle accident lawyer.
Here’s a common motorcycle accident scenario involving more than one defendant: a driver is exiting a driveway, either a residential one or a commercial one, like a shopping plaza. The driver can’t get a full view of the street due to some condition on the property, such as an overgrown tree or bush that obscures view of oncoming traffic. As the driver pulls out, he or she hits a motorcyclist. Here, the other driver and the adjacent property owner could be held liable for the accident.
In other situations, a roadway owner such as a government agency could be liable for a defect in the roadway, or a motorcycle manufacturer could be liable for a defective bike. Because each case is unique, only a knowledgeable Pennsylvania motorcycle accident lawyer would be able to assess the facts and determine whether other parties are liable for the accident.
Related Legal Article: Investigating Pennsylvania Motorcycle Accident Cases for Liability Beyond the Other Driver
If you’d like a NO-COST review by our Philadelphia based Pennsylvania and New Jersey motorcycle accident lawyers, call 215.925.4451. Our lawyers are available for a free, no obligation legal consultation.
The lawyers at Schwartz & Blackman handle cases in the Pennsylvania and New Jersey area:
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*This website does not provide legal advice. Every case is unique and it is important to get a qualified, expert legal opinion prior to making any decisions about your case. See the full disclaimer at the bottom of this page.
Published: May 23, 2012