Tampa Motorcycle Accident Attorney

As a lifetime resident of Florida and a motorcycle accident attorney in Tampa, FL I have watched the number of registered motorcycles on our Florida roadways swell to more than 637,450 in recent years.  Unfortunately, the number of motorcycle accidents in Florida has risen alongside the number of riders. With decades of experience as a motorcycle accident lawyer in Tampa, FL, I have witnessed this troubling trend firsthand.

You may need to retain a Tampa motorcycle accident lawyer to assist with your injury. Diaco Law is here to represent you in your motorcycle accident injury claim.  Our Tampa motorcycle accident attorneys have years of experience representing motorcyclists who are injured by negligent drivers, and our services are available to you at no upfront cost.  Call us today at (813) 221-7978 to schedule your free initial consultation. 

Meet Diaco Law Firm

Diaco Law is a family-driven firm rooted in values of compassion, loyalty, and fierce advocacy, led by managing partner Joseph F. Diaco, Jr. (“Jay”) alongside his brothers and cousin, all of whom bring decades of legal and professional experience to clients across the Tampa Bay area. The firm is dedicated exclusively to representing injured individuals, not insurance companies, and has a strong record in handling complex cases involving personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, and more. With a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and financial pain clients face, Diaco Law provides personalized, empathetic support and aggressive legal representation to help them secure maximum compensation. Their commitment has earned them lasting client relationships and referrals from those who trust the firm to care for their loved ones as part of the Diaco family.

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Motorcycle Insurance

Florida is distinct because it does not typically require a motorcycle owner to maintain personal injury protection (PIP).  While motorcycle insurance isn’t mandatory, please be aware that you will need to demonstrate proof of financial responsibility in the event of an accident.

This can prove problematic because, as I have seen as a motorcycle accident attorney in Tampa, FL, the year-round weather in the Tampa Bay area makes it a favorite place to ride a motorcycle.

Motorcycle Injuries

Most motorcycle accidents occur on routine trips to go shopping, run errands, or meet up with friends according to a well-regarded study.  The truth about motorcycle accidents is that they should be expected, and other drivers should precautions should be put in place to prevent serious injury.  But not every motorcycle injury can be prevented due to the lack of protection riders have on the open road and the lack of respect other drivers have for motorcyclists.  

Too often, local TV news broadcasts feature a story involving an inattentive motor vehicle operator who failed to yield right of way on the road.  They typically describe injuries like these:

• Head Injuries: Perhaps the most common motorcycle injury, head injuries include concussions, fractured skulls, and traumatic brain injuries.  These injuries are typically caused by riding motorcycles without a helmet, falling from the bike, or getting in a high-speed collision.  
• Road Rash: Road rash is a friction wound caused by sliding across asphalt during a motorcycle crash.  These skin abrasions can be so severe that skin grafts are required.  
• Fractured Bones: It is common for motorcyclists to break their arms, legs, wrists, ribs, or collarbones in a crash, particularly when the rider lands on the limbs or is pinned under his or her motorcycle.  
• Spinal Cord Injuries: Injuries to the spinal cord are some of the most severe injuries produced in motorcycle accidents.  
• Internal Injuries: Since motorcycle crashes happen at such high speed, damage to internal organs such as the liver, spleen, or lungs and other injuries such as internal bleeding happens very frequently and is difficult to prevent.
• Biker’s Arm: This is an injury that is peculiar to motorcycle crashes. Biker’s arm is a form of nerve damage that can cause paralysis in the arm.  

Who is At Fault for a Tampa Motorcycle Accident?

When injuries happen in a Tampa motorcycle accident, the party who is at fault for the collision may have an obligation to compensate those who have been harmed.  This means it’s critical to determine who is to blame for any motorcycle crash that occurs on local roadways

Possible parties who may be at fault for a motorcycle crash include:

• Another driver on the road: If a driver is negligent (defined as being unreasonably careless compared to a hypothetical average driver and/or violating a safety rule in a way that leads to harm) and their negligence is the direct cause of the crash, the driver can be held liable for losses. 
• The employer of another driver: If another driver was negligent or engaged in wrongdoing while performing work duties, the driver’s employer may be liable for losses under vicarious liability rules. These rules make employers liable — legally responsible — for the on-the-job actions of their staff. 
• The motorcyclist: Motorcycle riders sometimes cause crashes, or at least share the blame. Florida follows a rule called modified comparative negligence, which means a crash victim can pursue a claim against other parties who are also responsible for the accident — as long as the victim was not 50% or more at fault. So, if the other driver was 51% responsible for your accident, you can recover 51% of losses even if you share blame. 
• Vehicle manufacturers: If there was a problem with a car, or with the motorcycle that caused or contributed to a collision, the manufacturer of the vehicle can be held liable for resulting damage under product liability laws. These hold manufacturers strictly liable for problems with products when used as intended, with no need to prove manufacturer negligence.  
• Road designers or maintenance professionals If roads were designed or maintained in an unsafe way that led to the crash, those responsible for these failures could be liable for the resulting motorcycle collision and any damages that occur because of it.

An experienced Tampa motorcycle accident attorney at Diaco Law will carefully review the circumstances of your case to help you determine who was to blame. 

How Negligent Drivers Cause Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists have enough to think about on the road, and the negligence of other drivers should be added to that list.  Here are a few of the most common way that motorists negligently cause motorcycle accidents:

• Left-Turn Accidents: Motorists who turn left at intersections or into driveways often fail to see oncoming motorcyclists or misjudge their speed, leading to potentially deadly crashes.
• Lane Changes: Motorists may change lanes without checking their blind spots and mirrors, which is even more dangerous where motorcyclists are concerned because motorcyclists can be lost in blind spots.
• Failure to Yield: Failing to give the right of way to a motorcyclists can lead to death or other horrific injuries.  
• Distracted Driving: Texting, talking, or eating can all contribute to a driver’s failure to see a smaller, less noticeable motorcyclist.
• Driving Under the Influence: A motorist endangers everyone on the road whenever he or she gets behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Poor Weather or Road Conditions: It is a driver’s duty to adjust his or her driving whenever road conditions are poor, and the motorist is responsible for any injuries stemming from his or her failure to do so.

How Does a Tampa Motorcycle Accident Attorney Help You?

A Tampa motorcycle accident attorney at Diaco Law can provide invaluable help as you navigate the legal system. Our firm will:

• Assist you in identifying all parties who may share blame for your motorcycle crash 
• Work with you to gather evidence from the scene of the accident, as well as medical records and other proof of the extent of your injuries. 
• Negotiate a settlement on your behalf with the insurer representing the at-fault driver. Insurers often like to try to blame motorcycle riders for simply co-existing on the roads with passenger cars, so Diaco Law will work to ensure that you are treated fairly and to maximize your chances of a reasonable settlement offer. 
• Litigate in court. Diaco Law has decades of litigation experience that we are prepared to bring to your case. We can present compelling arguments and make informed legal arguments to help you get justice. 

These are just some of the many services we can offer as you cope with the aftermath of your Tampa accident and look for options to get justice.

Pursue Compensation

A motorcycle accident will often result in permanent disability and a need for expensive lifelong medical treatment. I am here to act as an advocate for injured Tampa, Florida, motorcycle riders to ensure that you can pursue compensation for the following damages:

• Lost wages
• Diminished earning capacity
• Accrued and future medical expenses
• Disfigurement
• Pain and suffering

Call the Tampa Motorcycle Accident Lawyers at Diaco Law Today

Motorcycle accidents radically alter the lives of those who are injured in them, and they happen at an alarming rate.  If you have been injured in one of these accidents, then you may have severe injuries that could take weeks or months to heal.  

Call Diaco Law to schedule your free consultation with our Tampa motorcycle accident attorneys today.  We will focus on your case so you can focus on getting your life back to normal.  

If you would like further information about a Tampa motorcycle injury claim or any other type of personal injury claim, call Diaco Law at (813) 221-7978, or you can reach the Tampa motorcycle accident attorneys of Diaco Law online.