Houston Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Motorcycle Accident Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find more information about motorcycle safety?
Here are some helpful links where you can learn more about motorcycle safety and tips to riding safely.
- Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
- Motorcycle Safety Foundation
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Ride Safer
To learn more about motorcycle safety, contact a motorcycle accident lawyer with Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law at (800) 444-5000 or fill out a free initial consultation form.
What do I do after my wreck?
It is important to stay calm after your crash and try to remember the following:
- Contact the police and report your accident. Remember to get a copy of the police report after it has been filed. You may have to go to the police station to obtain it.
- Collect information from witnesses of the wreck. Get names and phone numbers. If you have a camera, take pictures of the crash scene.
- Visit a doctor even if you don’t think you’ve been injured. Injuries can sometimes take awhile to present themselves. Be sure to tell your doctor how the crash occurred.
- Call Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law at (800) 444-5000 and tell us about your wreck.
Contact Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law at (800) 444-5000 or fill out a free initial consultation form.
How long does it take to reach a settlement?
Every case is handled differently. The timeline for your case can depend on a number of factors, including the time it takes to:
- collect medical records and the police report,
- discuss your claim with the insurance company,
- fill out paperwork, and
- investigate your claim.
Contact Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law at (800) 444-5000 or fill out a free initial consultation form.
Can I get medical treatment now?
The injuries you can suffer after being involved in a motorcycle crash can be extensive and severe. Even if you don’t think you need medical treatment, you should visit a doctor immediately following your wreck. Injuries can take time to present themselves.
Contact Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law at (800) 444-5000 or fill out a free initial consultation form.
What are the helmet laws in Texas?
If you are 20 years old or younger, you must wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle in Texas. This law applies to both drivers and passengers.
Learn more about motorcycle laws in Texas by calling Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law at (800) 444-5000 or by completing a free initial consultation form.
Do I need motorcycle insurance?
Yes. You must have insurance to ride a motorcycle in Texas. The minimum amounts of coverage for drivers include:
- $25,000 bodily injury coverage for one person in an accident
- $50,000 bodily injury coverage total per accident
- $25,000 property damage coverage per accident
Learn more about the types of insurance coverage you must have by calling Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law at (800) 444-5000 or by completing a free initial consultation form.
