Nassau County Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Trusted Motorcycle Accident Attorney in Nassau County

Motorcycle crashes can result in serious injuries, escalating expenses, and even uncertainty about the future. A Nassau County motorcycle accident lawyer can explain your legal options and assess whether another party may be liable for your injuries.

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At the Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC, we know the aftermath of a crash can present challenging questions about insurance, liability, and financial recovery. Understanding how New York law applies to your case can help you make informed decisions about what to do next.

Our team has been representing injured people in New York for over 30 years. We are dedicated to supporting our clients, which is why you speak directly with an attorney every time. Our knowledge and experience have continued to provide our clients with the exceptional counsel they deserve. 

What Causes Motorcycle Accidents in Nassau County?

Motorcyclists in Nassau County often ride on the same congested roads as commuters, commercial vehicles, and other traffic. Roads like Hempstead Turnpike, Sunrise Highway, and Northern Boulevard can put riders directly behind or next to turning vehicles, lane-changing drivers, or cars entering and exiting businesses. 

Motorcycle crashes can be caused by distracted driving, speeding, unsafe lane changes, following too closely, and failure to yield. In 2021, the five-year moving average of fatal and personal-injury crashes involving a motorcycle and another vehicle reached 1,312 across New York’s six designated high-risk counties, including Nassau and Suffolk.

Who May Be Liable for a Motorcycle Accident?

Whether someone is liable depends on the nature of the collision and the actions of the parties involved. The other motorist may be liable for making an unsafe turn, failing to yield, or committing any other type of traffic violation. Evidence from the scene can become important in determining how liability should be apportioned.

What Compensation May Be Available After a Motorcycle Accident?

When a motorcyclist suffers injury because of another person’s carelessness, he or she may be entitled to collect compensation for economic and non-economic losses. Recoverable damages, depending on the facts of the case, can include medical bills, lost wages, diminished earning capacity, property damage, and pain and suffering. The type and amount of compensation one may be able to collect can vary significantly from case to case. 

Severity and permanency of injuries, a rider’s ability to work, insurance coverage available, and each party’s degree of fault are just a few of the issues that can impact a claim. An attorney can review these and other factors instead of providing a non-specific ballpark figure as to a case’s value.

FAQs

Do I Have to Wear a Motorcycle Helmet in New York?

Motorcycle operators and passengers in New York must wear an approved protective helmet. Vehicle and Traffic Law § 381 also requires motorcycle operators to wear approved goggles or a face shield. Whether a rider followed these mandates can become a question after a crash, particularly if the nature or extent of an injury is in dispute. An attorney can assess how the circumstances may impact an individual injury claim.

Can a Passenger File an Injury Claim After a Motorcycle Accident?

A motorcycle passenger who was hurt in an incident can have a basis to sue someone whose carelessness caused their harm. In New York, passengers are only allowed on motorcycles that are equipped to carry more than one person, and the passenger is required to have a proper place to sit. The party responsible in a passenger’s claim may be the motorcycle operator, another motorist, or another party, depending on the circumstances of the accident.

How Common Is Motorcycle Riding in New York?

Motorcycle riding is a common mode of transportation in New York. The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee reports that 2,426 fatal and personal-injury crashes involving a motorcycle and another motor vehicle occurred statewide in 2021. Nassau County was home to 148 of those crashes, or 6.1% of the statewide total. These statistics show that collisions with other vehicles continue to be a roadway safety issue for motorcycle riders in Nassau County and throughout New York. 

Do I Need to Report a Motorcycle Accident in New York?

In New York, a motorcycle crash requires a report to the DMV if there’s an injury or fatality, or if the property damage affecting any one individual surpasses $1,000. If an individual has been injured or killed, the police must also be contacted immediately. Filing the necessary report results in an official record of the collision, but that report is separate from filing a personal injury claim.

Is Lane Splitting Legal for Motorcyclists in New York?

Lane splitting is illegal for motorcyclists in New York. New York Vehicle and Traffic Law § 1252 provides that a motorcycle operator may not travel between lanes of traffic or between adjacent rows of vehicles. Nor may a motorcyclist pass another vehicle in the same lane. However, two motorcycles are permitted to ride abreast in a single lane, and a motorcyclist’s right to full use of a lane is protected by law.

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Nassau County Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

After being injured in a motorcycle crash, it can be difficult to understand your rights and options. The Law Office of Brett J. Nomberg, PLLC provides personal, accessible legal representation to injured people in Nassau County and throughout New York. When you need a legal team that you can trust, you can rely on our offices. We can help provide the confidence you need to navigate the legal road ahead.

We can review the circumstances of your crash, explain the legal options that may be available, and help you pursue the compensation that you deserve. Schedule a consultation today to hire a motorcycle accident lawyer.