Justice and compensation
you rightfully deserve
For many people, motorcycling isn’t just a method of transportation; it’s a lifestyle. When operated safely, motorcycles offer a fun and exhilarating way to travel and enjoy scenic roadways. However, other drivers often fail to share the road with motorcyclists. When collisions between motorcycles and other vehicles occur, it’s almost always the motorcyclist who suffers serious injury.
Insurance companies consistently undervalue motorcycle collisions. Our Columbus, GA, motorcycle accident attorneys will determine the true value of your claim and fight diligently for the full and fair compensation you deserve.
To discuss your case for free, please contact the Law Offices of Gary Bruce today. If you can’t visit our office in person, we can meet you in your home or hospital room. Learn why locals turn to our personal injury lawyers in Columbus. Call today.
How Our Columbus Motorcycle Accident Attorneys Can Help You
When facing the physical and financial challenges that accompany a serious injury, maximum compensation isn’t an extravagance; it’s an absolute necessity. You may be dealing with pain, suffering, medical bills, and lost wages that you and your family cannot afford.
When you choose the motorcycle accident lawyers at the Law Offices of Gary Bruce, we will stand by you and fight aggressively on your behalf through every stage of the legal process. We will help you by:
- Taking time to understand your side of the story
- Providing a clear, honest evaluation of your claim
- Explaining your legal options so that you can make informed decisions
- Determining the cause of your accident by thoroughly investigating every aspect of your case
- Pursuing full and fair compensation for property damage, medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and funeral expenses in cases of wrongful death
- Litigating in court or negotiating settlements
Attorney Gary Bruce has successfully represented motorcycle accident victims for more than 35 years in Columbus, Georgia, and across the river. His firm has the experience, resources, and history of success to ensure you receive the exceptional legal counsel you should demand from a law firm.
Time is limited, so don’t wait. You could have as little as two years to file a personal injury lawsuit. Some exceptions could extend or even shorten the statute of limitations, so call us today to discuss your case for free.
Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in the Columbus Area
Due to their small size, many drivers of cars and trucks fail to see motorcyclists on the road. Motorcycle accidents are often caused by other drivers who fail to give bikers the right of way. While many riders choose to wear brightly colored helmets or jackets to increase their visibility on roadways, other dangers still exist that frequently lead to accidents, such as:
- Impaired driving
- Speeding
- Dooring
- Unsafe lane changes
- Hazardous road conditions
- Sudden stops
- Motorcycle defects
- Left turn accidents
- Distracted driving
- Failure to yield
We understand the challenges riders face on the road and after a wreck, but we’re here to provide you with legal options, professional guidance for your claim, and peace of mind while you recover.
Common Injuries Our Clients Have Suffered in Motorcycle Collisions
“There are no fender benders when you are riding a motorcycle. People have to be extremely careful when approaching and driving alongside motorcycles and bicycles.”
— Attorney Gary Bruce
Unfortunately, motorcycles are rarely involved in simple fender benders. In collisions that might otherwise be considered minor for a car, a motorcycle’s lack of protection and safety devices can expose motorcyclists to considerable risk of catastrophic personal injuries. Some of the most common physical injuries suffered by motorcyclists include:
Spinal cord injury
Laceration and road rash
Burn injury
Broken bones and dislocations
If you were harmed by a negligent driver’s careless or reckless actions, it’s important that you choose a law firm that can protect your rights. The Columbus motorcycle accident attorneys at the Law Offices of Gary Bruce have the knowledge, skill, and depth of resources necessary to effectively pursue the justice and compensation you deserve. Contact us today to discuss your case for free.
Helping Families After Fatal
Motorcycle Wrecks
According to a report by the Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, 221 motorcyclists were killed in 2022 on our roads, the highest ever recorded in the state. Though only 6% of all licensed drivers are motorcycle operators, they represent 18% of all driver fatalities.
If your loved one was killed in a motorcycle wreck due to the negligence of someone else, our attorneys can help. With more than 35 years of experience, Attorney Gary Bruce has seen the tragic impact these accidents have had on the lives of the individuals and families involved. Surviving loved ones can suffer tremendous hardships due to the loss of emotional, physical, and financial support.
We know that no amount of compensation can undo the devastation of suddenly and unexpectedly losing someone you love in a wreck, but a wrongful death action can help you and your family survive financially through this difficult time.
In a wrongful death claim, dependent survivors may be able to pursue the following damages:
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Loss of financial support
- Loss of benefits
- Loss of love, companionship, protection, and affection
Our wrongful death attorneys in Columbus are here to provide you with the compassionate and personalized legal representation you need in this tragic time.
What to Do After a
Motorcycle Accident
The actions you take after a motorcycle accident can have a significant impact on your well-being and the future of your case. If you’ve been in a wreck on your motorcycle, you should:
Step #1: Take A Moment
Take a moment to compose yourself and focus on the situation.
Step #2: See to Your Immediate Health and Safety
Check yourself for injuries and ensure your immediate health and safety.
Step #3: Collect Contact Information
Gather contact information from witnesses and the other driver.
Step #4: Document the Collision
Document the accident scene with photographs from several angles of the vehicles involved and your injuries.
Step #5: Call the Police
Call 911 so that law enforcement, either the Columbus Police Department (CPD) or the Georgia State Patrol (GSP), can file a police report on the collision.
Step #6: Get Medical Attention
Seek immediate medical treatment at the nearest emergency room. Do not make assumptions about your health. Many injuries do not show symptoms until days or even weeks after an accident. These injuries can be detected through medical examinations, such as CT scans or MRIs.
Step #7: Call the Law Offices of Gary Bruce
Contact the Law Offices of Gary Bruce to discuss your case for free and learn how our personal injury attorneys can help.
Having a motorcycle accident lawyer on your side can make a tremendous difference in the outcome of your case. If you’ve been hurt in a crash, our Columbus motorcycle wreck attorneys can handle every aspect of your accident claim so that you can focus on healing. We are firmly committed to helping you make a full physical and financial recovery.
Potential Compensation in
Motorcycle Crash Cases
“There aren’t any ‘minor’ wrecks involving motorcycles.”
— Attorney Gary Bruce
A serious motorcycle accident can have a life-altering impact on you and your family. It’s important to realize that insurance companies are in the business of making money, not paying claims. Insurers will do everything they can to reduce the value of your personal injury claim or deny it altogether.
At the Law Offices of Gary Bruce, we know the tactics insurance companies use to protect their own interests. We fight to protect your best interests, not just for what you need now, but also for what you will need in the future.
Depending on the details of your wreck, you may be eligible to recover compensation for such economic damages as the following:
- Motorcycle repair or replacement
- Past and future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Indefinite loss of income
- Diminished earning capacity
Your non-economic damages, the intangible losses, could include:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Long-term or permanent disability
- Reduced quality of life
Our goal is to seek maximum compensation for you. We care about the injury victims who place their trust in us, and we want to hear your story.
How Georgia Helmet Laws Affect Injury Claims
The most important reason to wear a helmet is to greatly reduce the risk of personal injury. Additionally, failure to wear a helmet can significantly reduce the amount of compensation you can be awarded, even if the wreck is proven to be the other driver’s fault. When facing traumatic injuries and costly medical bills, reduced compensation can be a devastating consequence.
Under Georgia helmet laws, all motorcycle riders, both operators and passengers, are required to wear protective headgear. Furthermore, helmets must comply with the following standards established by the Georgia Department of Public Safety:
- Contain the Department of Transportation (DOT) sticker and manufacturer’s labels
- No element, like a camera mount, can extend farther than 5mm from the helmet’s surface
- Average weight of about three pounds
- Sturdy chin strap with solid rivets
- Thick inner liner
Although wearing a helmet visor is recommended for certain types of motorcycle riding, visors are not required by Georgia law.
Additional Liable Parties Due to
Defective Parts or Motorcycles
In some cases, a motorcycle crash isn’t the result of a careless motorist. Defects in a motorcycle’s design or manufacturing can cause serious wrecks with catastrophic consequences.
Examples of motorcycle defects can include:
Defective tires
Defective brakes
Defective fuel system
Malfunctioning seats
Accelerators that stick
Defective helmet
The lawyers at the Law Offices of Gary Bruce have extensive experience handling defective products cases. If a designer or manufacturer is responsible for a defect and did not adequately warn consumers who purchased their products, our motorcycle accident attorneys in Columbus will hold them accountable for their negligence.
Service Members and Military Families
Involved in Motorcycle Accidents
If you are a service member who has been in a motorcycle crash, you need a law firm with skill, experience, and a proven record of success in providing legal services for military families. The Law Offices of Gary Bruce offers a depth of knowledge in cases that occur both on and off military bases.
For more than 35 years, we have developed long-standing relationships with the government, the army, and the army hospital. We know how to coordinate with the government to maximize compensation for soldiers and military dependents.
We want to hear from you. Whether over the phone, in our office, at the hospital, or in your home, we will do whatever it takes to work with your schedule and circumstances. We handle motorcycle accident cases on a contingency-fee basis, meaning that you owe us nothing unless we reach a successful outcome in your case. We’ll cover the necessary expenses and can help you with medical options.
Reach out to the Columbus motorcycle accident attorneys at the Law Offices of Gary Bruce today to discuss your case for free. We proudly help clients in and around Columbus, Fort Benning (formerly Fort Moore), Phenix City, and throughout Georgia and Alabama.
Proudly Serving
Those Who Serve
The military personnel and families of Ft Benning (formerly Ft Moore) are highly valued and respected members of our community. It is our honor to help service members at home and abroad with their legal needs. We frequently work with the Judge Advocate General office of Ft Benning (formerly Ft Moore) to protect our client’s rights and coordinate health care benefits.
If you live on Ft Benning (formerly Ft Moore) or Ft. Mitchell, or in Columbus or Phenix City, we want to hear from you. We understand that your schedule may require special planning, and we are happy to work with you to find a convenient time and place to meet. Contact the Law Offices of Gary Bruce today to learn more about our legal services for military families.
If you or a loved one was seriously hurt in an accident caused by the negligence of someone else, please call the Law Offices of Gary Bruce today at (706) 596-1446 to discuss your case for free. We welcome clients in and around Columbus and Ft Benning (formerly Ft Moore), Georgia, as well as Phenix City, Alabama, and surrounding areas.
