If you were injured in a motorcycle accident in Michigan, call us now for free legal advice.
Michigan's motorcycle law, the Michigan No-Fault law and how it applies to motorcycles often does not make sense. It greatly depends on the facts of your crash.
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"The Motorcycle Lawyer."
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Part of our fees go to prevent motorcycle accidents and training bikers in first aid so they can help a fellow rider if they go down.
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With four lawyers and three offices, we handle Michigan motorcycle accident cases across the entire state. Please call now: 1-877-Biker-Law (1-877-245-3752)
Reasons you MUST call Jason Waechter
1) You get the best motorcycle lawyer. My law firm virtually only handles Michigan Motorcycle Accident cases. We have four lawyers, six support staff and three offices. We are small enough to still give personal attention and big enough to handle any case in Michigan.
2) Personal attention. When you call my law office, you speak to me --the owner of the firm. I review all cases personally.
3) Many people of the following groups refer injured bikers to me. I'm recommended by member(s) of: Michigan HOG Chapters, ABATE of Michigan, Teamster Horsemen Motorcycle Association, Free Spirit Chapter, Motorcycle Safety Instructors, Motorcycle Police Officer(s), Motorcycle Insurance Agents, DUCs Unlimited, Highwaymen, The Federation, Forbidden Wheels MC, insurance adjusters, Michigan lawyers, defense attorneys, Detroit Superbikes, Star Riders, Gold Wing Riders Association, and more.
4) We give back to the motorcycle community. See the many ways below.
Chosen as one of the Top Trial Lawyers
Proud Member of the AMA
Our Law Firm Gives Back To The MOTORCYCLE COMMUNITY:
1. Bystander-Medical Assistance Course: a member of our firm is an EMT and teaches this course that we offer to Michigan bikers. Our motorcycle law office sponsors a portion of a Road Captains' attendance.
Our motorcycle Bystander Assistance Course teaches you how to help an injured biker. It includes rescue breathing, how to properly: lift a motorcycle off a person, remove a helmet (don't unless a criteria is met), move an injured biker from a dangerous roadway (don't unless a criteria is met), basic emergency medical care and more.
2. Free Motorcycle DVD - Secrets Every Biker Must Know. The Motorcycle Lawyer, Jason Waechter, spent over $50,000 creating this DVD because he is SICK OF MICHIGAN MOTORCYCLISTS GETTING SHAFTED!
Jason wrote, produced and is featured in this DVD. It sets straight the myths and misinformation about Michigan motorcycle law. It explains how to protect yourself before you ride. It advises bikers about the special kinds of insurance they should have and Michigan's No-Fault Law. The DVD and Jason Waechter were featured on Fox 2 News' television morning program.
3. THE Biker Discount Card/ FREE Legal Advice Card:
Attorney Jason Waechter "THE Motorcycle Lawyer", has put together THE Biker Discount Card. We have gone out of our way and spent countless hours negotiating with business owners asking for discounts and specials for those carrying the biker discount card. You reap the benefit of these discounts just by keeping the card in your wallet. On the other side is our FREE Legal Advice Card. You can call our office and ask our four lawyers any legal question no matter what the subject.
4. Motorcycle Accident Prevention: "May is motorcycle awareness month. We need to be reminded that motorcycle season is underway and we need to, 'Look twice, save a life; motorcycles are everywhere.' "-- Jason Waechter as featured on TV 2 News. How many personal injury lawyers spend time and money trying to PREVENT accidents? Our campaign includes billboards (See photo above), bumper stickers and speaking engagements.
5. Featured Speaker: Attorney Waechter often speaks for free to many motorcycle groups and clubs. The topics usually include explaining away the myths and misinformation of motorcycle law, how to legally protect yourself and special insurance recommendations to protect the biker.
6. Sponsor of Many Charity Rides.
Michigan - Motorcycle accident injury lawyer, Jason A. Waechter, represents victims injured in motorcycle accidents in the State of Michigan. Michigan residents injured in motorcycle accidents outside the State of Michigan may contact Jason regarding their cases as well. Jason can help motorcycle accident injury victims obtain the best lawyer in their State.
Many Myths & Misconceptions with Michigan's Motorcycle Law:
There are so many myths and misconceptions about Michigan's confusing and often illogical Motorcycle Law. Many "personal injury lawyers" do not know the specific nuances involving Michigan motorcycle accidents. Some include:
Urban Myth: “No-Fault does not apply to motorcycles.”
Answer: It depends.If a car, truck, bus or van is “involved” in the crash, No-Fault Benefits may be paid.*
Urban Myth: “Physical contact with my motorcycle and the other vehicle is required to qualify for No-Fault Benefits.”
Answer: No, a car, truck, van or other “Motor Vehicle” (not motorcycle) only needs to be “involved” in the accident. You may be entitled to No-Fault benefits if you take evasive action to avoid a motor vehicle. *
Urban Myth: “Hit & Run cases: If a car hits me, takes off and is never found, there is no case.”
Answer: It depends. If you have Uninsured Motorist Coverage, you may still obtain compensation for your injury.No-Fault Benefits are also available.*
Urban Myth: “If I have ‘full coverage’ on my bike, I’m covered for everything.”
Answer: No.There is no standard or legal definition of “full coverage.”You need to specifically ask for the coverage you want.
Urban Myth: “In Michigan I have three years to file claims and lawsuits.”
Answer: No.You do have three years to sue for a negligence case; however, some types of claims must be made within one year.
Urban Myth: “If I have collision coverage on my cycle, all my accessories and custom work is covered.”
Answer: No. Ask your agent what ‘extras’ are covered.
*Exception: If you are riding your own uninsured motorcycle, you will NOT be paid wage loss, medical bills or other No-Fault Benefits.Make sure you insure your bike.
There are many exceptions, special definitions and complex issues that cannot be explained in this material.It is not intended to be a substitute for case specific legal advice.Your legal rights greatly depend on the facts of your accident.
Bikers, if you were injured in a motorcycle accident you need to seek the best attorney or law firm available to review your case. Attorney Jason A. Waechter and his law firm have assembled a team of experts, including attorneys, accident re-creation specialists, doctors, nurses, and financial planners to help us win cases.
Even small injuries from a motorcycle accident can have life-long implications, including pain and suffering and lost wages.
Michigan Motorcycle Lawyer helps bikers who've been injured in motorcycle accidents. From minor injuries to the worst injuries, including death and dismemberment, let us help you put together the best case for you and your family.
Call with motorcycle injury accidents. If you've suffered personal injury from a motorcycle accident somebody else caused, call Attorney Jason Waechter's Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Hotline: 1-877-Biker-Law.
Motor Vehicle Accident Facts
There were an estimated 6,420,000 motorcycles, cars and other motor vehicles involved in accidents in the US in 2005. The cost of these accidents exceeds 230+ Billion dollars. There were about 2.9 million injury cases and 42,636 car accident deaths. An average of 115 persons die each day in motor vehicle crashes in the United States -- one every 13 minutes. According to the World Health Organization about 3000 people die in crashes each day worldwide.
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