If you or someone you love suffered injuries in a motorcycle accident in Massachusetts, Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC will fight for the money you need to get back on your feet. Our Agawam motorcycle accident lawyers have the experience, resources, and reputation to take on any case, no matter how challenging or complex.
Our firm has advocated for injured victims and their families for over 85 years. We hold negligent parties financially accountable and will not settle for less than you deserve. We can get started on your case today for nothing upfront or out of pocket. Call 24/7 for a free consultation.
Our Agawam Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Will Protect Your Rights and Future
A motorcycle accident can upend your life. You may be unable to work while also facing mounting medical expenses. It can be stressful and confusing, and victims often wonder where to turn. Look no further than the legal team at Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC.
We do not represent insurance companies or large corporations. We represent injured people just like you and have a proven track record of success. Our firm was founded in 1938 to protect and serve those harmed by negligence and wrongdoing. Our goal is to get the most out of your motorcycle accident claim so that someone else’s mistakes do not jeopardize your finances or future.
When you work with us, our personal injury attorneys serving Agawam, MA, will:
- Conduct a thorough investigation. We will gather and analyze case evidence to identify liable parties and prove they acted negligently. Proof in a motorcycle accident claim may include police reports, eyewitness statements, medical records, crash reconstruction reports, and surveillance video.
- Communicate with involved parties. We will handle case-related meetings, emails, and phone calls. Allowing us to represent you saves you the headache of haggling with insurance agents. It also protects you from undue pressure, bad-faith tactics, or accidentally saying something that could hurt your claim.
- Aggressively negotiate. We will not let insurance companies get away with lowball settlements. We will aggressively negotiate for the maximum possible compensation possible. If the insurance company refuses to offer fair payment, we won’t back down from taking your case to civil court or going to if necessary.
- Manage details and “red tape.” Your focus should be on healing or caring for your injured loved one, not on managing a legal issue. We will take care of the case details, like filing paperwork and tracking deadlines, so you don’t have to. We will be in constant communication along the way, so you are never in the dark about the status of your case.
We Treat Clients Like Family
We are a family-founded law firm. We strive to achieve successful case outcomes and make our clients feel heard and supported every step of the way. Our positive testimonials speak to our level of service:
- “I am so appreciative of the great work Trantolo and Trantolo provided my family. Their communication and advocacy throughout my entire case were extraordinary. If you’ve been injured, I highly recommend contacting Trantolo and Trantolo to deliver the comfort and results you deserve.” – J.R. Hamden, CT
- “I had a very good experience with this firm, the process was very efficient, and the staff was pleasant and easy to work with. Thank you so much!” – V.G. East Hartford, CT
To learn more about how we can serve you, contact us online or call now for a free consultation.
We Will Fight for Maximum Motorcycle Accident Compensation
Because motorcyclists are not protected by a vehicle cab, seatbelts, or airbags, their bodies often take the brunt of a collision. Bikers are also in danger of being thrown from their motorcycle during a crash. For these reasons, motorcycle accident injuries can be severe, resulting in significant damages.
It is vital that when seeking compensation, we pursue all of your current and future losses. You do not want to run out of financial resources to support yourself or pay for ongoing medical care. Our Agawam motorcycle accident lawyers will work tirelessly to identify and pursue every cent owed to you, which may include:
- Medical treatment. Severe injuries can be expensive to treat and require ongoing (and sometimes lifelong) medical intervention. We want to ensure you get reimbursed for medical bills and have money for future care needs. We will seek compensation for ambulance transportation, emergency services, hospitalizations, doctor’s visits, extended nursing, attendant care, physical therapy, rehabilitation, medications, and medical equipment.
- Lost wages and employment benefits. We will seek lost income if you cannot work due to your injuries. If you have a long-term or permanently disabling injury that affects your work capabilities or prevents you from ever returning to work, we will pursue compensation for lost future earnings and lost earning capacity.
- Pain and suffering. We will pursue compensation for the ways your injury affects you physically, mentally, and emotionally. These damages may include awards for chronic and severe pain, loss of mobility, loss of bodily function, scarring, disfigurement, emotional distress, mental anguish, and loss of enjoyment.
- Wrongful death of a loved one. If your loved one was fatally injured, our wrongful death attorneys can seek compensation on behalf of their estate and survivors. Damages may include medical bills, funeral expenses, lost income, and loss of your family member’s assistance, care, and services.
Our Motorcycle Accident Case Results
Our law firm has recovered millions of dollars in settlement and verdicts, including the following motorcycle accident case results:
- $3,000,000: Secured for a client who lost control of their bike and crashed due to a defectively milled roadway.
- $3,000,000: This wrongful death settlement was recovered for the family of a fatally injured motorcyclist. The rider died from injuries sustained after a large truck made an improper left turn into the rider’s lane.
- $1,900,000: Settlement obtained for a case involving an improper left-hand turn into a biker’s lane. Our client suffered severe injuries requiring numerous surgeries.
- $1,250,000: Achieved for our client, who suffered a brain injury and other life-threatening complications after a limo driver swerved into their lane and hit their bike.
Our lawyers handle claims involving deadly accidents, dangerous and defective roadways, and defective vehicles and auto parts. Whatever the cause of your injuries, we will get to the bottom of it and pursue full and fair compensation.
How Will Massachusetts Insurance Laws Affect Your Motorcycle Accident Claim?
Massachusetts is a no-fault auto insurance state, meaning most motorists must carry personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. PIP pays for the covered driver’s injuries after a crash, regardless of who caused the accident. However, according to the Massachusetts Division of Insurance (DOI), insurance companies do not have to provide motorcycle riders with PIP. Therefore, they are exempted from the no-fault system.
This exception means injured bikers have the unrestricted right to seek compensation via a liability insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit against a negligent party. Riders do not have to meet an injury threshold or exhaust their own insurance policy before pursuing a claim. Our Agawam motorcycle accident lawyers can explain in more detail and assist with all aspects of your case.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle riders are four times more likely to suffer an injury and 22 times more likely to die in a collision than passenger vehicle occupants. In 2023, over 1,800 motorcyclists reported accidents in Massachusetts, according to data from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation.
One factor that puts motorcyclists at greater risk is visibility. Accidents are more likely to occur at night, when riders may be hard to see, and at intersections, when drivers do not see bikers and turn into their lane.
Driver negligence, roadway problems, and vehicle issues can also cause crashes. Common causes of motorcycle collisions include:
- Drunk driving
- Distracted driving
- Speeding and tailgating
- Failure to yield the right of way
- Failure to obey red lights or stop signs
- Improper turns and passing
- Crowding a motorcyclist’s lane
- Negligent road conditions or poorly designed roadways
- Broken traffic signals or obstructed road signs
- Mechanical issues, like faulty brakes, blown tires, broken headlights or taillights, and engine problems
If negligence contributed to your accident, we’re here to hold the other party or parties responsible.
You Have a Limited Time to Pursue Motorcycle Accident Damages in Agawam
You should file liability insurance claims as soon as possible after your accident. Filing immediately will ensure you do not miss policy deadlines and protect you from allegations that your injury did not occur during the wreck.
Our motorcycle accident attorneys will negotiate with the insurance company, but we will sue if they refuse to offer a settlement that adequately satisfies your losses. The statute of limitations for filing a personal injury lawsuit in Massachusetts is three years, according to Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 260 § 2A. You also have three years to file a wrongful death lawsuit under Mass. Gen. Laws. ch. 229 § 2.
Contact Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC About Your Motorcycle Accident Case
Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC is an award-winning team of experienced personal injury lawyers. When you hire our Agawam motorcycle accident attorneys, we will put our full resources and decades of knowledge behind getting justice for you and your family.
Contact us online or call today for a free consultation. We do not charge fees unless and until we obtain compensation.