Utah Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Motorcycle accident injuries are often catastrophic. The Utah Department of Public Safety reports that riders are 9.4 times more likely to die in a collision than other accident victims. If you or your loved one is injured in a motorcycle crash, you may be entitled to substantial compensation, but insurance companies often treat motorcycle riders unfairly, even if the other driver was completely at fault.
Our energetic, trial-tested Utah motorcycle accident lawyers are prepared to fight for maximum compensation and provide unwavering support on your road to recovery. Contact us online or call (801) 499-5060 to schedule a free consultation.
Why Choose Feller & Wendt, LLC™ For Your Utah Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
When you hire Feller & Wendt, LLC™, you are more than just a client—you are family. We will stand shoulder-to-shoulder with you at every step of your journey. You will receive your attorney’s personal cell phone number, and you can always count on us to address your questions and concerns.
With over 70 years of combined experience, our robust litigation team meticulously prepares each case to maximize compensation for our clients. We run cases through focus groups designed to test how a jury might respond in court, making adjustments throughout to strengthen your claim. Our success rate is 99 percent.
Founding partner Matt Feller is a Utah native, and we deeply care for the people in the communities where we live and work. We support numerous charitable causes through donations and volunteering. For example, our attorneys serve on the board of directors for the following organizations:
- Prevent Child Abuse Utah – Matt Feller
- Dinosaur Park – Thaddeus Wendt
- Disability Law Center of Utah – Giancarlo Cellini
Contact our experienced Utah motorcycle accident attorneys today. When you choose us to handle your case, it is Our Family Protecting Yours™.
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We maintain the highest standard of service while aggressively protecting our clients’ rights at every stage of the claims process. We are honored by the glowing client testimonials we receive praising our dedication and hard work:
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Available Compensation After Your Utah Motorcycle Accident
You may be able to recover economic and non-economic damages for your motorcycle accident injuries and losses. Economic damages compensate for monetary losses, including medical expenses, lost wages, and damage to your motorcycle. Non-economic damages compensate for intangible losses, including:
- Physical pain and suffering
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Emotional distress
The amount you recover will depend on the severity of your injuries, the available insurance coverage, the length of your recovery, the effects on your earnings, and other factors unique to your case. We have recovered over $85 million in case results for our clients and are dedicated to maximizing your compensation.
How Can A Feller & Wendt, LLC ™ Motorcycle Accident Attorney in Utah Help?
Law enforcement and insurance companies are often biased against motorcyclists and unfairly blame them for accidents. Insurance companies will also use underhanded tactics to short-change you and protect their bottom line. They will use any excuse to deny your claim.
Our dedicated motorcycle accident attorneys in Utah provide an unmatched level of service while aggressively protecting your rights at every stage of the legal process. We stop insurance companies in their tracks to hold negligent drivers accountable and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. We will thoroughly investigate the accident to prove fault and overcome their refusal to pay full compensation.
Other parties may also have played a role in your accident, including government agencies responsible for road maintenance, vehicle manufacturers, and vicariously liable employers. This could increase your compensation. We will aggressively pursue a fair settlement and take your case to trial if the liable parties refuse to cover your full damages.
Motorcycle Accident FAQs
1. How Long Do I Have To File a Motorcycle Accident Claim?
The Utah personal injury statute of limitations normally gives you four years to file a motorcycle accident lawsuit. However, if your loved one is killed in a motorcycle accident, you have two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Do not wait to contact our experienced Utah motorcycle accident attorneys, as important evidence like skid marks, road conditions, and wrecked vehicles may only be available for a short time. Eyewitnesses are also less likely to remember important details as time passes. Getting started early will allow us to build the strongest case possible and maximize your compensation.
2. How Long Will It Take To Settle My Motorcycle Accident Case?
Depending on whether your case settles or goes to trial, it can take a few months or over a year to resolve a motorcycle accident claim. Before filing your case, it is also best if you reach maximum medical recovery. This allows your attorney to account for the long-term costs of your injuries when calculating your damages.
Patience is key, as an early settlement often leaves money on the table. However, we understand how urgently you may need compensation in the aftermath of an accident. We will work to recover full and fair compensation for you as quickly as possible.
3. Do Motorcyclists Have To Wear a Helmet in Utah?
Utah’s motorcycle helmet law requires motorcyclists under 21 to wear a helmet that meets or exceeds federal standards. The state also encourages all riders to wear helmets and offers incentives to riders over 21 who wear DOT-approved helmets. If you are fined for a moving traffic violation (other than a DUI), the state will reduce your fine by $8 if you were wearing a helmet.
4. How Much Does It Cost To Hire A Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?
Our motorcycle accident lawyers work on a contingency fee basis, which means we charge no upfront fees to represent you, investigate your accident, and file your claim. If we recover compensation for you, our fees are calculated as a pre-negotiated percentage of your settlement or verdict. You pay nothing unless we win.
5. Why Hire a Motorcycle Accident Attorney?
Insurance companies have multiple advantages over injured motorcyclists, including large legal teams and significant financial resources to fight your claim. They will use these advantages against you when you are most vulnerable. They may tempt you with lowball offers, request recorded statements to use against you, ignore your calls, and claim the accident was your fault simply because you ride a motorcycle.
Having our knowledgeable Utah personal injury lawyers on your side levels the playing field, allowing you to focus on recovery while we handle your legal claim. We will handle all communication with the insurance company and refuse to accept less than you deserve.
What Are Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents?
Motorcycles are smaller than other vehicles and harder to see. Inattentive motorists cause accidents when they merge into them, drive too closely, and turn in front of them. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 44 percent of two-vehicle motorcycle collisions in 2022 occurred because a driver turned left in front of a motorcycle going straight, passing, or overtaking other vehicles.
August sees the highest number of motorcycle accidents in Utah. Our highways are often congested with speeding cars and commercial trucks. The following are some risky driving behaviors that endanger motorcyclists:
- Driving too closely
- Failure to yield
- Hurrying through stoplights
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Drunk driving
Our state’s winding mountain roads offer scenic views for motorcyclists, but careless drivers make them hazardous. Highway 6 between Spanish Fork and Green River is considered one of the most dangerous highways in the country. It is mostly a two-lane highway. Impatient drivers frequently cross double yellow lines to pass large trucks.
Known as the Spaghetti Bowl, the Interstate 15, Interstate 80, and State Route 201 interchange near downtown Salt Lake City. It is a confusing layout with heavy traffic, high speeds, and sudden lane changes—a deadly combination for motorcyclists.
Rely on Feller & Wendt, LLC™ For Your Motorcycle Accident Case
Our commitment to justice is unwavering. With over 70 years of combined experience and a 99 percent success rate in personal injury cases, you can count on our Utah motorcycle accident lawyers to provide the aggressive and effective representation you need when it matters most.
We serve all of Utah. Contact us online or call (801) 499-5060 to schedule a free consultation.
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*This information provided by Feller & Wendt, LLC™ is for informational purposes only and should be in no way constructed as legal advice.
