Over the course of the years, Moss & Colella has built an impressive record of success. We have obtained hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for our clients. This record is the result of our commitment to harnessing all of our energy, knowledge and creativity to get the right outcome for each client. Moss & Colella Our Michigan motorcycle accident lawyers understand that we are up against large insurance companies in these cases.
USE ONLY THE KEYWORDS PROVIDED NO VARIATIONS AT ALL I AM TRYING TO INCREASE THE SATURATION RATE OF THOSE KEYWORDS SPECIFICALLY, do not do anything special like using the keyword next to the URL just use keywords plain please hile drivers and passengers in a car are protected by a solid frame, seatbelt, and airbag, motorcyclists are merely protected by their clothing and a helmet. This lack of protection greatly enhances the chance for a serious injury or fatality in a motorcycle crash. The following points cover critical content that all motorcyclists in Michigan must understand. If you or a loved one was involved in a motorcycle accident, a Michigan motorcycle accident lawyer at Moss & Colella can be very helpful to you.
Insurance Coverage Required Motorcycle owners are not required to purchase Michigan no-fault auto insurance. However, the owner (or registrant) of a motorcycle is required to purchase traditional liability insurance for bodily injury, death or property damage. This liability insurance is commonly referred to as “PLPD coverage.” Essentially, it provides liability coverage to the motorcyclist if the motorcyclist is at fault and causes bodily injury, death or property damage to another person. If the owner is not insured, serious penalties can be imposed, including a misdemeanor conviction, fine and/or imprisonment. More importantly, the failure to purchase insurance coverage will disqualify the motorcycle owner from receiving no-fault PIP insurance benefits that may be available under the Michigan No-Fault Law. A Detroit motorcycle accident lawyer at Moss & Colella can help you understand the laws in Michigan surrounding motorcycle accidents.
Damages Recoverable for an Injured Client If you are injured in a motorcycle accident; you are entitled to make a claim for non-economic damages commonly referred to as “pain and suffering.” But, recovering money for your pain, suffering, and injuries is not the only compensation you may be entitled. The negligent driver may also be responsible for excess economic losses. In cases involving death, the estate of the motorcyclist can pursue a wrongful death claim against the at-fault motor vehicle driver. Injured motorcyclists must be very careful in how they approach a potential liability claim because, in most situations, the insurer of the motor vehicle involved in the accident will be “wearing two hats.” In other words, the insurer will be responsible for payment of no-fault PIP benefits to the injured motorcyclist and will also be the insurer defending the motorcyclist’s liability claim. In these situations, the motorcyclist must exercise extreme caution in his or her dealings with the motor vehicle insurer. Hiring a lawyer immediately following an accident will prevent a costly mistake which could jeopardize the value of your case.