Motorcycle Accident Attorney in Maitland, Florida
When you ride, you already know the truth: motorcyclists are the most vulnerable people on the road. There’s no steel frame around you—just your skill, your awareness, and your gear. And after a crash, you’re not only dealing with road rash, broken bones, or a concussion… you’re often fighting something else too: biker bias.
Insurance adjusters and defense teams love the same story: “The rider must have been reckless.” They assume speeding, weaving, or “showing off”—even when the real cause was a driver who misjudged your visibility, violated your right of way, or turned left across your lane at an intersection.
Our job is to protect riders. We investigate hard, document everything, and fight for fair compensation—without letting stereotypes decide your settlement, verdict, or future.
We ride. We understand. Motorcycle crashes aren’t like car accidents. The mechanics of riding—cornering, counter-steering, emergency braking, avoiding a high-side or low-side—matter when liability is on the line. We build your case with the rider’s perspective and the evidence it takes to win.
We Fight Insurance Bias Against Motorcyclists
Overcoming the “Reckless Biker” Stereotype
After a motorcycle collision, the insurance company often looks for reasons to reduce your damages using comparative fault—and the fastest way is painting you as the at-fault party. We don’t let that narrative stand.
We use real evidence to prove what happened:
- Police report details and witness statements
- Skid marks, debris patterns, and roadway gouges
- Helmet cam / dashcam footage and intersection cameras (when available)
- Accident reconstruction analysis to establish speed, braking, and impact angles
- Documentation of protective gear (helmet, leathers, ATGATT) and visible injuries
If the other driver “overlooked” you, misjudged distance, or violated your right of way, that is negligence—and we work to prove proximate cause with admissible evidence.
Why You Need a Specialist, Not a Generalist
Motorcycle dynamics are complex. Riders make split-second choices that can look “suspicious” to someone who doesn’t understand bikes:
- Laying the bike down to avoid a direct impact
- Swerving to escape a left-turn accident
- Braking and skidding on slick or uneven pavement
- A sudden high-side/low-side caused by an oil slick, gravel, or a tank slapper
A general car accident lawyer may not understand why you maneuvered the way you did—and the defense will use that gap. A specialized Maitland motorcycle accident attorney knows how riders actually respond in emergencies and how to present that reality to an adjuster, mediator, or jury.
Crucial Florida Laws for Riders
Florida treats motorcycles differently than passenger vehicles. These differences can shock riders—especially when medical bills start arriving.
The “No-Fault” Exception (No PIP for Motorcycles)
Here’s the hard truth: Florida’s no-fault PIP system generally does not apply to motorcycles. That means you usually can’t rely on the typical “first $10,000” PIP medical coverage that drivers expect after an auto accident. You often must pursue the at-fault driver’s liability coverage (and other available policies) to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
This is exactly why acting fast matters—especially when policy limits, uninsured motorist (UM), or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage becomes the difference between partial reimbursement and a life-altering financial hit.
Florida’s Helmet Laws & Comparative Negligence
Florida allows some riders to go without a helmet if they’re over 21 and carry at least $10,000 in medical insurance coverage.
But in a personal injury lawsuit, the defense may argue that not wearing a helmet contributed to the severity of your injuries—especially in TBI or concussion cases—to reduce damages through comparative fault principles.
Lane Splitting in Florida
Lane splitting is illegal in Florida.
If you were filtering or splitting lanes when the crash occurred, liability can become more complicated and the insurer may challenge your claim aggressively. That doesn’t automatically erase your rights, but it raises the stakes on evidence, reconstruction, and how fault is assigned.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Crashes in Maitland
Maitland riding has its own risk profile: heavy tourism traffic, rental cars, constant construction, and high-speed corridors where drivers don’t expect a bike.
Left-Turn Accidents (SMIDSY)
“Sorry Mate I Didn’t See You” is the classic left-turn crash. Drivers misjudge speed and distance, then turn left across your path, violating your right of way and causing catastrophic impact.
Rear-End Collisions at Stop Lights
Being rear-ended while stopped is especially brutal on a motorcycle. A distracted driver can collide with a rider at low speed and still cause severe injuries—road rash, spinal cord injury, or ejection from the bike.
Dangerous Road Hazards & Construction
Loose gravel, uneven pavement, metal plates, and oil slicks can be hazardous and unavoidable for riders—even when they’re harmless to cars. Construction zones can create sudden, slick, or abrasive surfaces that trigger a skid, low-side, or loss of control.
Compensation for Catastrophic Rider Injuries
Motorcycle accidents typically result in serious injuries because riders are exposed. As Maitland personal injury lawyers, we pursue compensatory damages that reflect the full cost—medical treatment today and future medical expenses tomorrow.
Road Rash and Skin Grafting
Severe road rash is not “just a scrape.” It can involve infection risk, nerve damage, and costly skin graft procedures. We document medical care, wound treatment, rehabilitation, and scarring impacts to pursue fair compensation.
Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) & Spinal Damage
TBI and spinal cord injury claims demand careful medical proof, long-term planning, and often life-changing damages. We work with medical experts and reconstruction professionals to connect the crash to the injury and quantify future care and lost earning capacity.
Lower Extremity Injuries (Leg/Foot Amputation)
Lower extremity injuries can permanently change mobility, work life, and independence. These cases often involve extensive rehab, prosthetics, and long-term medical needs—plus major economic and non-economic damages.
Recovering Property Damage for Custom Bikes
Aftermarket Parts & Gear Coverage
Motorcycle property damage isn’t just “repair the vehicle.” Many riders have custom work—exhaust systems, fairings, handlebars, and upgrades that increase value. And your protective gear matters too: helmet, leathers, and other ATGATT equipment can be expensive and should be documented for reimbursement.
We help riders prove:
- the value of aftermarket parts and custom modifications
- repair vs. total loss disputes
- gear replacement costs (protective gear and accessories)
- policy limit issues and coverage disputes with the other driver’s insurance company
Contact Our Maitland Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Today
Kennon Law attorneys can see why your claim was denied and help you file an appeal. If the insurance company is acting in bad faith and denying a legitimate, well-documented claim, we may also be able to file a bad-faith insurance lawsuit on your behalf. Contact us today for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes—but it can be more complex. The defense may argue comparative fault to reduce damages, especially in head injury cases. We evaluate the facts, medical evidence, and liability before recommending a strategy.
Yes. It’s common in Maitland for crashes to involve out-of-state drivers and rentals. We pursue claims against the at-fault driver and identify all available insurance coverage (including UM/UIM where applicable).
It varies depending on injury severity, liability disputes, medical treatment timelines, and insurance policy limits. Some cases settle relatively quickly; others require litigation, depositions, mediation, and—if necessary—a jury verdict.
“Failure to see” is not a valid excuse—it’s often evidence of negligence. Drivers must maintain proper lookout, especially at intersections and during left turns. We use witness statements, reconstruction, and documentation to prove liability.
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