What’s not to love about riding your motorcycle around Suffolk County? Whether a motorcycle appeals to you because of its small size and the ability to zip about to and fro or you like the “biker lifestyle” that comes with owning a motorcycle, riders in Suffolk County know that these perks of motorcycle riding come with significant risks. Serious injuries or even death can be the result when a biker is involved in a motorcycle accident. Suffolk County sees far too many motorcycle crash injuries, and they can happen to any biker regardless of whether the accident is their fault.
Motorcycle collisions in Suffolk County are not to be taken lightly. The injuries and resulting financial harm and stress these accidents can cause for injured bikers and their families can be devastating. Motorcycle accident lawsuits filed on behalf of injured motorcyclists can help alleviate some of these stresses and fears. At Parker Waichman LLP, our experienced motorcycle accident lawyers in Suffolk County, New York, can help you to get the compensation you deserve. Call today for a free consultation to get started on your Suffolk County motorcycle accident claim.
Causes of Motorcycle Collisions in Suffolk County
Like other types of traffic collisions, a Suffolk County motorcycle accident can happen in the blink of an eye. In the clear majority of cases, little can be done once a careless act is committed and the chain of events leading to a collision is set in motion. Motorcycle collisions in Suffolk County can only truly be prevented by bikers and other motorists driving their vehicles in a careful manner. This means avoiding negligent behaviors such as:
- Cutting off or pulling in front of motorcyclists: Despite public awareness campaigns and other efforts to make motorists aware of motorcyclists on the road, drivers of trucks and passenger vehicles can still fail to remember to check for motorcyclists before changing lanes. Or motorists may feel as if they can “beat” an oncoming motorcyclist and turn in front of them. In either case, motorcyclists may be required to take evasive maneuvers and may end up crashing into other vehicles or obstacles.
- Not using caution when opening doors: Drivers who park their cars on the street are usually careful to make sure other cars and trucks are not approaching before opening their doors. However, motorists may not take the time to scan the street for approaching motorcyclists before opening their doors. Car doors that suddenly open into the path of oncoming motorcycles can easily send a motorcyclist flying off of their bike, causing catastrophic injuries.
- Disregarding right-of-way rules: Other drivers’ impatience and failure to follow rules may also lead to a motorcycle accident. In Suffolk County, New York‘s traffic laws dictate which motorist has the right-of-way in various circumstances. These include at uncontrolled intersections, when two or more roads or lanes of travel merge, and at road construction sites. Some motorists become angered or irritated at the sign of a motorcyclist because they feel that motorcyclists act “entitled” on the roadway, and so they will deliberately ignore right-of-way laws. Other motorists simply forget to look for motorcyclists and other vehicles before proceeding. In either case, motorcyclists are at risk of serious harm.
Motorcycle crashes in Suffolk County can have a variety of other causes, too. A mechanic or repair shop may not complete a necessary repair properly, leaving the motorcycle unsafe to ride. Drivers on the road who consume alcohol or illegal drugs or fail to take precautions when using over-the-counter or prescription drugs can become too impaired or intoxicated to drive around motorcyclists safely. Sometimes, a motorcycle collision is the result of bad or careless acts of two or more people. In such a situation, recovering an appropriate amount of compensation will depend in part on identifying the various causes of the motorcycle accident and who is responsible for them and determining the role each of those causes played in bringing about the collision and resulting injuries.
Whatever the cause or causes of a motorcycle collision and regardless of who is at fault, motorcycle accident injury victims can trust that Parker Waichman’s attorneys have experience with situations like theirs. Our knowledgeable attorneys have the tools, knowledge, and background to unravel the chain of events that led to a victim’s motorcycle collision and obtain justice.
Seeking Medical and Legal Help for a Motorcycle Accident in Suffolk County
A rider injured in a motorcycle collision in Suffolk County will likely need swift evaluation by trained medical personnel and may also require emergency care and surgery. This evaluation and care will likely come from one of the hospitals in Suffolk County, like Long Island Community Hospital in Patchogue or Riverhead’s Peconic Bay Medical Center. While a victim may not always have a choice about what medical center or hospital they are transported to after a motorcycle crash, victims should be careful about seeking treatment from a provider that is very far from the scene of the collision. Some injuries (such as traumatic brain injuries) can require immediate medical intervention in order to prevent lifelong disabilities.
Counties in New York all have one or more Supreme Courts (the courts of trial jurisdiction in New York) where motorcycle crash lawsuits can be filed. These courts have jurisdiction to hear motorcycle accident lawsuits involving alleged injuries and financial harm that exceeds a certain threshold. In Suffolk County, the Supreme Court’s main branch is in Riverhead. There is a measure of strategy involved in choosing the most appropriate location in which to file your lawsuit; a skilled motorcycle accident injury attorney should be able to advise the victim on the appropriate court to file their case.
Common Injuries in Suffolk County Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists involved in collisions will rarely escape with minor or no injuries. While wearing protective gear like a helmet, gloves, and durable clothing can go a long way in helping to minimize the likelihood of severe injuries, no motorcyclist should expect to walk away from any accident with no injuries at all. Cuts, scrapes, and abrasions, or “road rash,” are common and can be quite painful and unsightly; however, unless such injuries cover a large portion of the motorcyclist’s body or affect several layers of skin, such injuries are not likely to be life-threatening.
But motorcyclists can also suffer one or more of the following types of injuries, which can be more serious and result in death or permanent disability:
- Head/brain injuries: There is nothing to protect a motorcyclist’s head from the pavement, another vehicle or another obstruction or hazard in a collision. This is why a helmet is so crucial, but even a helmet cannot prevent all injuries to the head or brain. A motorcyclist involved in any collision where they hit their head should be evaluated by medical personnel as soon as possible to ensure that any head or brain trauma is promptly addressed.
- Back and neck injuries: Because motorcyclists involved in collisions are at a high risk of being thrown from their bikes, back and neck injuries are common in motorcycle crashes as well. Not all of these injuries are fatal, but even non-fatal back and neck injuries are serious. Such injuries can result in temporary or permanent paralysis or significant and long-lasting pain and limitation of movement.
- Hip/leg injuries: Broken bones in the pelvis or legs are not only extremely painful, but they can also take an extraordinary amount of time to set and heal. In a sizeable number of cases, rods, pins or other hardware will need to be surgically implanted in order to repair the broken bone(s). Mobility issues are common, and these issues may last for months or years after the initial injury.
Any or all of these injuries can require a considerable amount of money to properly treat. While your own insurance policy may be able to cover some of the expenses of obtaining medical care, going through rehabilitation, and missing time at work, insurance benefits will usually not be enough on their own to cover a victim’s pain and suffering, mental distress, and ongoing treatment needs. Thankfully, after serious motorcycle collisions, injured motorcyclists may be able to pursue a claim to compensation through the courts instead of exclusively through insurers.
Successful motorcycle injury cases can put injured Suffolk County motorcyclists and their families in a more secure financial position so they can move forward without worrying about how they will pay for medical expenses or meet their day-to-day obligations. Such peace of mind is often of immense value to not just the injured motorcyclist but their family as well.
Get Compensation for Your Suffolk County Motorcycle Accident Losses
Injuries from a Suffolk County motorcycle accident can take months or even years to heal, but victims don’t have that long to pursue compensation. In fact, New York law only gives injured motorcyclists a three-year window to decide whether filing a motorcycle injury lawsuit is the right move for them. Once that period of time passes, it becomes nearly impossible for an injured biker to initiate a lawsuit. That’s why it’s important to consult an attorney as soon as possible after the accident.
A skilled personal injury lawyer can help with investigating a Suffolk County motorcycle accident victim’s claim, gathering medical records, police reports, and other documents, and preparing and submitting the paperwork necessary to file the lawsuit and initiate the recovery process. This leaves the injured motorcyclist free to concentrate on following their doctor’s orders, recovering from their injuries, and setting their life back in order. A Parker Waichman attorney will fight tenaciously for your right to compensation, so you can rest assured that your case is in good hands.
Contact the Suffolk County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers at Parker Waichman Today
Parker Waichman is the smart choice when you have been hurt in a Suffolk County motorcycle crash. Our New York-based law firm has earned a sterling reputation for our tireless advocacy as well as the results we get for our clients, to the tune of $2 billion in compensation and counting. Contact us today to see what we can do for you: We’ll provide a free case evaluation with no obligation. Just call 1-800-YOUR-LAWYER or fill out our online contact form to get started.
How Do I Get My Police Report?
Within hours of an arrest or accident, a police report is generated by the investigating officer who inputs the case information. If the case is ongoing, it may be difficult to obtain the report or you may only be able to get the “public portion” until the case has wrapped up and any charges have been filed. After the police investigation has concluded, your attorney will have access to the full police report and you can ask them for a copy. The only other way to obtain a copy of a police report is to go to your local government website and request a report by filling out a form and either submitting it electronically, via mail, or in person depending on the instructions listed on your local government’s website. There may be a fee associated with requesting a copy of a police report and it may take several days after the incident for the report to be available.
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Nassau County Auxiliary Police (516) 679-5810
2708 Pettit Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710
East Rockaway Police Department (516) 887-6319
6 James St S, East Rockaway, NY 11518
Nassau County Police Department (516) 573-4450
376 Atlantic Avenue, East Rockaway, NY 11518
Freeport Police Department (516) 378-0700
40 N Ocean Avenue, Freeport, NY 11520
Nassau County Police Department (516) 573-6500
1655 Dutch Broadway, Elmont, NY 11003
Floral Park Police Department (516) 326-6400
1 Floral Boulevard, Floral Park, NY 11001
Garden City Police Department (516) 465-4100
349 Stewart Avenue, Garden City, NY 11530
Glen Cove Police Department (516) 676-1000
1 Bridge St, Glen Cove, NY 11542
Great Neck Estates Police Department (516) 487-7700
1 Cedar Drive Great Neck, NY 11021
Kensington Police Department (516) 482-0480
1 Beverly Road #A Great Neck, NY 11021
Lake Success Police Department (516) 482-4600
318 Lakeville Road, Great Neck, NY 11021
Hempstead Police Department (516) 483-6200
99 Games A. Garner Way, Hempstead, NY 11550
Nassau County Police Department (516) 573-6400
1699 Broadway, Hewlett, NY 11557
Village of Kings Point Police Department (516) 482-1000
32 Stepping Stone Ln, Kings Point, NY 11024
Nassau County Police Department (516) 573-6800
286 N Wantagh Avenue, Bethpage, NY 11714
Long Beach Auxiliary Police (516) 431-6868
859 E Park Avenue, Long Beach, NY 11561
Long Beach Police Department (516) 431-1800
1 W Chester St, Long Beach, NY 11561
Lynbrook Police Headquarters (516) 599-3300
1 Columbus Drive, Lynbrook, NY 11563
Malverne Police Department (516) 599-3141
1 Britton Circle, Malverne, NY 11565
Mineola Auxiliary Police (516) 746-2448
300 Garfield Avenue, Mineola, NY 11501
Nassau County Police Department (516) 573-7000
1490 Franklin Avenue, Mineola, NY 11501
Old Brookville Police Department (516) 626-1300
5701 Northern Boulevard, Old Brookville, NY 11545
Old Westbury Police Department (516) 626-0200
1 Store Hill Road A, Old Westbury, NY 11568
Centre Island Police Department (516) 922-6466
100 Centre Island Road, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Oyster Bay Cove Police Department (516) 922-6363
Berry Hill Road, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Port Washington Police Department (516) 883-0500
500 Port Washington Boulevard, Port Washington, NY 11050
Sands Point Police Department (516) 883-3100
26 Tibbits Lane, Port Washington, NY 11050
Rockville Centre Police Department (516) 766-1500
34 Maple Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Nassau County Police Department (516) 573-6700
3636 Merrick Road, Seaford, NY 11783
Nassau County Police Department (516) 573-5275
970 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, NY 11590
Westbury Auxiliary Police (516) 876-4925
645 Union Avenue, Westbury, NY 11590
Nassau County Police Department (516) 573-6300
214 Hillside Avenue, Williston Park, NY
Williston Park Auxiliary Police (516) 746-0720
494 Willis Avenue, Williston Park, NY 11696
Jericho Auxiliary Police (516) 364-3433
807 Dee Ln, Woodbury, NY 11797
Nassau County Police Department (516) 573-6200
7700 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury, NY
St. Joseph Hospital (516) 579-6000
4295 Hempstead Turnpike, Bethpage, NY 11714
Nassau University Medical Center (516) 572-0123
2201 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY 11554
Glen Cove Hospital (516) 674-7588
101 St Andrews Lane, Glen Cove, NY 11542
South Nassau Communities Hospital Off-Campus Emergency Department (516) 870-1010
325 East Bay Drive, Long Beach, NY 11561
North Shore University Hospital (516) 562-8730
300 Community Drive, Manhasset, NY 11030
NYU Winthrop Hospital (516) 663-0333
259 First Street, Mineola, NY 11501
Mount Sinai South Nassau (516) 632-3000
One Healthy Way, Oceanside, NY 11572
Plainview Hospital (516) 719-3000
888 Old Country Road, Plainview, NY 11803
Mercy Medical Center (516) 705-2525
1000 North Village Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
St Francis Hospital (516) 562-6000
100 Port Washington Boulevard, Roslyn, NY 11576
Syosset Hospital (516) 496-6400
221 Jericho Turnpike, Syosset, NY 11791
Northwell Health - Long Island Jewish Valley Stream (516) 256-6000
900 Franklin Avenue, Valley Stream, NY 11580
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Amityville Police Department (631) 264-0400
21 Ireland Place, Amityville, NY 11701
Saltaire Public Safety Office (631) 583-5572
14 Bay Prom St, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Suffolk County Police Department (631) 854-8300
1630 5th Avenue, Bay Shore, NY 11706
NY State Police (631) 231-5962
800 Crooked Hill Road, Brentwood, NY 11717
MTAPD (631) 851-2230
10 West Suffolk Avenue, Central Islip, NY 11722
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159 Pantigo Road, East Hampton, NY 11937
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1 Cedar St, East Hampton, NY 11937
Huntington Bay Police Department (631) 427-2843
244 Vineyard Road, Halesite, NY 11743
Southampton Town Police Department (631) 728-3400
110 Old Riverhead Road, Hampton Bays, NY 11946
Lloyd Harbor Police Department (631) 549-8800
380 W Neck Road, Huntington, NY 11743
Suffolk County Police Department (631) 854-8200
1071 Park Avenue, Huntington, NY 11743
Harbor Police Department (631) 224-5656
Bayview Avenue, Islip NY 11751
Montauk Police Precinct (631) 668-3709
52 S Embassy St, Montauk, NY 11954
Asharoken Police Department (631) 261-7400
1 Asharoken Avenue #1, Northport, NY 11768
Northport Village Police Department (631) 261-7500
224 Main St, Northport, NY 11768
Ocean Beach Police Department (631) 583-5866
1 Bay Walk, Ocean Beach, NY 11770
Southold Police Department (631) 765-2600
41405 Route 25, Peconic, NY 11958
Quogue Police Department (631) 653-4175
115 Jessup Avenue, Quogue, NY 11959
Riverhead Police Department (631) 727-4500
210 Howell Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901
Sag Harbor Police Headquarters (631) 725-0058
70 Division St, Sag Harbor, NY 11963
Head of the Harbor Police Department (631) 584-7891
500 Route 25a, St James, NY 11780
Nisseuogue Police Department (631) 584-5302
Moriches Road, St James, NY 11780
Old Field Village Constables (631) 941-9401
207 Old Field Road, Setauket, NY 11733
Shelter Island Police Department (631) 749-0600
44 N Ferry Road, Shelter Island, NY 11964
Southampton Village Police (631) 283-0056
151 Windmill Ln, Southampton, NY 11968
East Hampton Town Police Department (631) 537-7575
131 Wainscott Road, Wainscott, NY 11975
Suffolk County Police Department (631) 854-8100
555 Route 109, West Babylon, NY 11704
Southside Hospital (631) 968-3000
301 East Main St, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital (631) 477-1000
201 Manor Place, Greenport, NY 11944
Huntington Hospital (631) 351-2200
270 Park Avenue, Huntington, NY 11743
Long Island Community Hospital (631) 654-7100
101 Hospital Road, Patchogue, NY 11772
John T Mather Memorial Hospital of Port Jefferson New York Inc (631) 473-1320
75 North Country Road, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
St. Charles Hospital (631) 474-6600
200 Belle Terre Road, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Peconic Bay Medical Center (631) 548-6000
1300 Roanoke Avenue, Riverhead, NY 11901
St Catherine of Siena Hospital (631) 862-3107
50 Route 25a, Smithtown, NY 11787
Stony Brook Southampton Hospital (631) 726-8200
240 Meeting House Lane, Southampton, NY 11968
University Hospital (631) 444-2701
Health Sciences Center SUNY, Stony Brook, NY 11794
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center, (631) 376-3000
1000 Montauk Highway, West Islip, NY 11795
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