Central Florida motorcycle accident attorney Brent C. Miller is an avid Harley rider. He gets it. He knows what it's like out there, sharing the road with inattentive auto and truck drivers who don't see motorcycles.
Attorney Miller is also a trial lawyer and the founder of the Law Offices of Brent C. Miller, P.A. He's all too familiar with the gruesome aftermath of motorcycle accidents. In more than 30 years of practice, he has helped crash victims throughout Central Florida recover damages for their devastating injuries.
Learn more about how a Central Florida motorcycle accident lawyer can help you. Schedule a free consultation with an attorney at one of our four offices in Clermont, Inverness, Tavares, or The Villages.
How did your motorcycle accident happen?
There are many different reasons why motorcycle crashes happen in Florida. Some of the most common causes of motorcycle crashes include the following:
- Drivers changing lanes without looking or signaling
- Speeding drivers
- Distracted drivers
- Reckless drivers
- Drunk drivers
Whatever the cause, whatever the reason, you have rights as an injured motorcyclist, and our legal team will fight for them.
Common legal issues
Many different legal issues can come up after a motorcycle accident in Florida. Some of the most common legal issues and topics people contact us about after a motorcycle accident include:
Putting the blame where it belongs
One thing many people don't talk about after a motorcycle accident is that there is a public bias against motorcyclists. Some people think all motorcyclists are reckless thrill seekers who put everyone on the road at risk.
Part of our job is to educate insurance adjusters and juries about the vast majority of riders who are safe, responsible operators - and to weed out jurors who think of bikers as gang members or reckless drivers. That's our job, and we take great pride in it.
Our law firm conducts a prompt, thorough investigation to prove our client was not at fault. Our accident reconstruction experts often establish that the auto or truck driver pulled out, followed too closely, switched lanes without looking, or failed to yield the right of way when turning. Whatever the cause of your crash, we won't stop searching until we find the truth.
How much is my motorcycle injury claim worth?
This is a common question people ask when they meet with a motorcycle accident attorney at our Central Florida law firm. This is because expenses can add up fast after a serious collision caused by another driver.
The bottom line is you should be compensated for all your accident-related expenses, now and in the future. That might sound simple. But determining how much money that is can often be a considerable debate between insurance companies and lawyers.
The at-fault driver’s insurance company will often try to claim that your injury claim should be worth far less than the actual value of your accident-related expenses. It’s our job to demand the maximum financial compensation you deserve for all your motorcycle accident expenses.
Often, we’re able to negotiate a settlement offer with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. Other times, the best way to get the money you deserve for your injury-related expenses might be to file a motorcycle accident lawsuit on your behalf seeking damages, the legal term for financial compensation. Either way, your best interests will always come first here.
Full compensation for motorcycle crashes
We have secured settlements and verdicts for the severe and permanent injuries common in motorcycle accidents:
- Head injury and brain damage
- Paralysis and back injuries
- Broken bones (legs, arms, pelvis)
- Soft tissue injuries (knees, shoulders)
- Road rash
- Wrongful death
Our goal is to cover all the needs of our clients - surgery, rehab, other medical treatment, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and compensation for the reduced quality of life after a disabling crash. If your motorcycle accident costs you financially, you should be fairly compensated for your losses.
We pursue all available insurance coverage and aggressively counter arguments that would reduce our client's damages (such as not wearing a helmet). Our experienced attorneys also explore contributing factors such as road defects or defects in the bike. For example, in one case, we pursued the cycle dealership for selling illegally high "ape hanger" handlebars.
Have questions? Check out our motorcycle accident FAQs.
How we can help you
You might think you don't have a lot of options after your motorcycle accident, especially if you talk to insurance companies. Unfortunately, they might lead you to believe it’s in your best interest to accept whatever they offer you after your crash.
We know the truth. We know that you can negotiate for more money for your motorcycle accident – and we can help you do that. We understand how insurance companies think and what tactics work best with them.
And if they refuse to cooperate, we're prepared to take them to court and file a lawsuit against the other driver's insurance company on your behalf. We don't play games when it comes to fighting for fair compensation for injury victims and their families.
Caring and compassionate personal injury lawyers
Our law firm is committed to taking care of you. Our Florida motorcycle accident lawyers can help with lost wage claims and medical bills while your injury claim is pending, and help get your wrecked motorcycle fixed or replaced.
For caring and aggressive representation, contact us today. Call us 24/7 or e-mail us. We can meet clients at offices in Tavares, The Villages, Clermont or Inverness. And if you can't come to us, we can come to you at your home, your hospital room, or another location.
We have handled motorcycle accidents in Lake County, Citrus County, and beyond, including accidents on County Road 48, Interstate 4, Interstate 75, State Road 44, State Road 50, U.S. Highway 441, U.S. 41, U.S. 19, and the Florida Turnpike. We're here for you when you need us most.