Scranton Motorcycle Accident Lawyers 

Seasoned Legal Help in Lackawanna County & Northeastern PA

Motorcycle accidents often result in devastating injuries that may forever change your life. Without the protection of a car with seatbelts, airbags, or a steel frame,  you absorb the full impact of a collision. This can result in catastrophic injury even in seemingly minor crashes. 

At Abrahamsen, Conaboy & Abrahamsen P.C., we represent injured motorcyclists; we fight to secure the compensation you deserve while overcoming the bias and aggressive defense tactics you often face.

Our Scranton motorcycle accident attorneys draw on over 80 years of combined experience in every case we handle. We conduct thorough investigations to establish fault, gather compelling evidence, engage accident reconstruction experts when necessary, challenge unfair stereotypes about motorcyclists, and build strong cases designed to achieve maximum recovery. 

Call (570) 712-5545 or reach us online to request a free in-person or virtual consultation about your motorcycle accident claim. Hablamos español.

Why Legal Representation Is Critical 

Motorcyclists face unique challenges in pursuing injury claims, making experienced legal representation essential. Insurance companies frequently exploit negative stereotypes about riders, attempting to shift blame regardless of the facts. Even when another driver clearly caused the collision, insurers routinely argue that motorcyclists were speeding, driving recklessly, or somehow contributed to the accident.

This bias can significantly impact settlement negotiations and jury verdicts. Defense attorneys paint motorcyclists as risk-takers who assume responsibility for their own injuries simply by choosing to ride. Without an attorney who knows how to counter these prejudices, victims risk receiving far less compensation than they deserve or being denied recovery entirely.

Complex Technical Issues

Additionally, motorcycle accident cases involve complex technical issues. Establishing how crashes occurred often requires accident reconstruction experts who can analyze skid marks, vehicle damage, and road conditions. 

Proving the full extent of injuries demands medical experts who can testify about long-term impacts and future care needs. Insurance companies employ their own experts to minimize claims, making it essential to have an attorney who can effectively challenge their testimony.

Pennsylvania's comparative negligence law adds another layer of complexity. If you're found even partially at fault for the accident, your compensation is reduced proportionally. Insurance companies aggressively pursue comparative fault arguments to decrease their liability. 

Our team protects you from these tactics, gathering evidence that clearly establishes the other party's responsibility and minimizes any suggestion that you contributed to the crash. As Board Certified Civil Trial Advocates, which is the highest legal status available, our attorneys have the expertise to take on insurance companies and prevail.

Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents 

Motorcycle accidents throughout Pennsylvania occur for various reasons, often involving negligent drivers who fail to watch for motorcyclists or respect their right to the road.

• Driver inattention: Motorists who fail to check blind spots, look carefully before turning, or notice motorcycles in traffic frequently cause devastating collisions.
• Left-turn accidents: One of the most common motorcycle crash scenarios occurs when drivers making left turns fail to yield to oncoming motorcyclists who have the right of way.
• Lane changes: Drivers who change lanes without adequate checking force motorcyclists off the road or into other vehicles.
• Following too closely: Motorcycles can stop more quickly than cars, making tailgating particularly dangerous and leading to rear-end collisions when traffic slows.
• Road hazards: Potholes, uneven pavement, gravel, oil slicks, and debris that pose minimal risk to cars can cause motorcyclists to lose control, especially when municipalities fail to maintain roads properly.
• Distracted driving: Drivers texting, talking on phones, adjusting radios, or engaging in other distractions fail to see motorcyclists until it's too late.
• Impaired driving: Drunk or drug-impaired drivers have reduced reaction times and impaired judgment, creating extreme dangers for motorcyclists.
• Dooring: In urban areas, drivers or passengers opening car doors into traffic paths cause serious crashes when motorcyclists cannot avoid them.
• Speeding: Drivers exceeding speed limits have less time to react to motorcycles and cause more severe impacts when collisions occur.

Compensation Available in Motorcycle Accident Cases

Pennsylvania law allows injured motorcyclists to pursue comprehensive compensation reflecting the full scope of their losses: