The freedom of the open road is a unique feeling, and for many Long Island residents, there’s no better way to experience it than on a motorcycle. Whether you were commuting down Clinton Road or enjoying a weekend ride along Stewart Avenue, you understand the special connection between a rider and their bike. You also understand the heightened awareness and vulnerability that comes with it.
Unfortunately, all it takes is one moment of another driver’s carelessness to shatter that freedom. In an instant, a scenic ride can end in an accident, leaving you with devastating injuries, mounting medical bills, and an uncertain future.
If you have been injured in a crash caused by someone else’s negligence, you need a legal advocate who understands New York motorcycle law. A dedicated Garden City motorcycle accident lawyer from Rosenberg & Gluck, LLP is here to listen to your story, protect your rights, and fight for the full and fair compensation to help you rebuild your life. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation to learn how we can help.
Choosing a law firm after a traumatic accident is a critical decision. You need a team with the experience, resources, and dedication to stand up to powerful insurance companies and secure the best possible outcome for you and your family. At Rosenberg & Gluck, LLP, we have built our reputation on providing compassionate, client-focused representation and achieving exceptional results.
Here is why so many injured riders and their families on Long Island trust us with their cases:
We consider it the highest compliment when former clients, judges, and even opposing counsel refer their own injured friends and family to our firm. We treat our clients with the respect and compassion they deserve, fighting tirelessly to turn their setback into a comeback.
After a New York motorcycle accident, you will file a claim against the at-fault party’s insurance policy.
The adjuster may sound friendly and concerned, and they might even make you a quick settlement offer. It can be tempting to accept, especially when you have medical bills piling up and are unable to work. However, you must be extremely cautious.
It is crucial to understand the insurance company’s primary goal: to protect its profits by paying out as little as possible. The first offer they make is almost always a “lowball” offer that fails to account for the full scope of your losses.
This initial offer likely does not cover:
Once you accept a settlement and sign a release, you forfeit your right to seek any further compensation for your injuries, even if your condition worsens or you discover new complications.
Before you speak to an adjuster or sign any paperwork, let the experienced attorneys at Rosenberg & Gluck, LLP review your case. We can accurately calculate the true value of your claim and handle all communications with the insurance company, protecting you from their tactics and ensuring you are not pressured into an unfair settlement.
A serious motorcycle accident can inflict devastating physical, emotional, and financial burdens. The goal of a personal injury claim is to secure compensation that makes you “whole” again, at least from a financial standpoint. At Rosenberg & Gluck, LLP, we meticulously document every loss you have suffered to ensure we demand the maximum compensation available under New York law.
Damages in a motorcycle accident claim may include:
In the most tragic cases where an accident results in a fatality, we can help the victim’s family pursue a wrongful death claim to recover damages for funeral and burial expenses, lost financial support, and the loss of the loved one’s guidance and companionship. The statute of limitations for a wrongful death claim in New York is two years from the date of death.
Insurance companies often try to shift blame onto the motorcyclist, playing on unfair stereotypes that riders are reckless. They might claim you were speeding or weaving through traffic, even if you weren’t. It’s a common tactic designed to reduce or deny your claim.
However, even if you were partially at fault, you should not give up on seeking compensation. New York follows a “pure comparative negligence” rule. This rule states that you can still recover damages in a personal injury lawsuit even if you are found to be partially responsible for the accident.
Here’s how it works: The court will assign a percentage of fault to each party involved. Your total compensation award will then be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are found to be 20% at fault for the crash, your final recovery will be reduced by 20%.
Because of this rule, the at-fault party’s insurance company will fight hard to assign as much blame to you as possible. This is a critical reason why you need an experienced motorcycle accident attorney on your side. We know how to combat these biased tactics and use evidence to protect you from unfair allocations of fault, ensuring you receive the maximum compensation you are entitled to.
Motorcycle accident claims can be confusing. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions we receive from our clients.
In most cases, the New York statute of limitations gives you three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, there are critical exceptions. As mentioned, if your claim is against a city, county, or state government entity, you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the accident. For wrongful death claims, the deadline is two years from the date of death. It is vital to speak with an attorney as soon as possible to ensure you do not miss these strict deadlines.
Yes. New York State law requires all motorcycle operators and passengers to wear a helmet. However, not wearing one does not prevent you from filing a claim for injuries caused by another’s negligence. The defense may argue that your failure to wear a helmet contributed to the severity of your head or facial injuries (which could reduce your compensation for those specific injuries under the comparative negligence rule), but it does not bar you from recovering damages for other injuries, like a broken arm or leg.
At Rosenberg & Gluck, LLP, we handle all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay absolutely no upfront costs or attorney’s fees. We only get paid if and when we successfully recover compensation for you through a settlement or a court verdict. Our fee is a percentage of your total recovery, so our success is directly tied to yours. This arrangement allows everyone to afford high-quality legal representation, regardless of their financial situation.
You have been through enough. The physical pain, the financial stress, and the emotional trauma of a motorcycle accident can feel completely overwhelming. Now is the time to focus on your recovery and let a dedicated legal team handle the fight for your future. At Rosenberg & Gluck, LLP, we will stand by your side, provide the compassionate guidance you need, and aggressively pursue the justice and compensation you deserve.
When you partner with our firm, we will immediately get to work on your behalf. A motorcycle accident attorney from our team can help you by:
Don’t let an insurance company decide your future. Take control by putting a powerful, experienced, and compassionate legal advocate in your corner.Your road to recovery starts with a single phone call. Contact Rosenberg & Gluck, LLP today at (631) 451-7900 or through our online form for a free and confidential consultation to discuss your case. We are ready to listen and help. Se habla español.
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