Our Law Firm Gives Back To The MOTORCYCLE COMMUNITY:

1. Bystander-Medical Assistance Course: I put a member of my firm through EMT school so she could teach this course to Michigan bikers. My law office puts on and sponsors this class.

     Our Bystander Assistance Course teaches bikers what to do if someone goes down in a crash.  It includes rescue breathing, the proper way to lift a motorcycle off the injured, how to properly remove a helmet (don't unless a criteria is met), how to properly move an injured biker from a dangerous roadway (don't unless a criteria is met), lifesaving 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 MOTORCYCLESTS GETTING SHAFTED!  This DVD Jason wrote, produced and is featured in 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 Waechter were, featured on Fox T.V. 2's News 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 any of our three lawyers any legal question about any subject.

4. Sponsor of Many Charity Rides.

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 and how to legally protect yourself and special insurance recommendations to protect the biker.

6. Promoter of Motorcycle Awareness Month: "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 the month of May.

     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.