Fighting for Injured Riders in Kansas City
Motorcycles offer freedom and excitement, but they also come with serious risks. When a crash happens, riders are often left with catastrophic injuries, mounting medical bills, and an uphill battle with insurance companies. At The Jacobs Law Firm, one of our primary practice areas is representing motorcyclists. We understand the unique challenges riders face—both on the road and in the claims process—and we’ve successfully recovered compensation in hundreds of motorcycle injury cases.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Crashes
In the majority of motorcycle wrecks, another driver is at fault. Many drivers simply don’t look for motorcycles or fail to respect a rider’s right to share the road. Common causes include:
- Distracted driving (texting, phone use, or other inattention)
- Failure to yield when changing lanes or turning left
- Following too closely
- Speeding or reckless driving
- Driving under the influence
Unfortunately, even when the other driver is clearly negligent, insurance adjusters often try to shift blame onto the motorcyclist. This is why having an experienced lawyer who understands these tactics is essential.
Injuries We Commonly See in Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle crashes can lead to devastating, life-altering injuries. Some of the most common include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs): Helmets save lives, but they can’t prevent all brain injuries. Concussions and severe trauma may require extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation.
- Spinal cord injuries: High-impact collisions can cause partial or complete paralysis, leading to lifelong care needs.
- Road rash and burns: Riders thrown from their bikes often suffer painful abrasions that can lead to infection, scarring, and nerve damage.
- Fractures and orthopedic injuries: Broken bones, crushed joints, and torn ligaments frequently require surgery and long-term physical therapy.
These injuries don’t just affect your health—they can also impact your career, family life, and future financial security.
How We Help After a Motorcycle Wreck
Our Kansas City motorcycle accident lawyers don’t just handle the paperwork—we protect your rights every step of the way.
Here’s how we can help:
- Investigating the crash to gather evidence, witness statements, and accident reconstruction reports.
- Challenging insurance bias to make sure you aren’t unfairly blamed for your injuries.
- Calculating damages for medical bills, lost wages, property damage, and long-term care needs.
- Negotiating settlements that reflect the true cost of your injuries—or taking your case to trial when necessary.
With over 300 motorcycle injury cases successfully handled, our team has the knowledge and track record to fight for the compensation you deserve.
Why Choose The Jacobs Law Firm?
We focus heavily on motorcycle accident claims, giving us unique insight into how these cases should be built and argued. Unlike firms that handle a wide range of injury cases, we bring specific experience with:
- Thousands of reviewed motorcycle crash cases
- Proven success in Kansas City courts and negotiations
- A commitment to protecting motorcyclists against unfair blame
Take the First Step Toward Recovery
If you or a loved one was injured in a motorcycle crash, don’t try to handle the insurance process alone. We’re here to guide you through your claim, fight back against bias, and pursue the maximum compensation available under the law.
Contact our Kansas City personal injury lawyer today for a free, no-obligation consultation.We handle cases throughout Jackson, Clay, Platte, and Cass counties in Missouri, as well as Johnson, Wyandotte, and Leavenworth counties in Kansas.
