Often, people fail to show motorcyclists the level of respect they deserve. Unfortunately, bikers are often injured as a result. If you’ve been hurt due to another party’s negligence, the dedicated Rockland County motorcycle accident lawyers from Mitchell J. Schroeder, P.C. is here to fight for the compensation you deserve.
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Here in New York State, motorcyclists are not required, by law, to purchase Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance, but they are required to carry what’s known as compulsory liability insurance, with a minimum of $25,000 for each person, $50,000 for two or more individuals, and $10,000 for property damage. Bikers must also carry $50,000 for death per person and $100,000 for multiple fatalities in the event of an accident.
Some states do not require motorcyclists to wear helmets, however, this is not the case in New York. In NYS, motorcyclists (and their passengers) are legally obligated to wear helmets and protective eyewear. Not only can doing so save your life, but if you’re involved in an accident and aren’t wearing appropriate protective gear, it may reduce the amount of compensation to which you are entitled.
If you’re hurt in a motorcycle accident caused by the negligence of another, you should do what you can to gather relevant evidence. Some of the most important steps to take after sustaining a motorcycle accident injury are as follows:
If you’ve been hurt in a motorcycle accident due to no fault of your own, the time to act is now. Contact Mitchell J. Schroeder, P.C. today to schedule your free case evaluation with our seasoned Rockland County personal injury law firm.
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