Albuquerque Fatal Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Albuquerque Fatal Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Losing a loved one in a fatal motorcycle accident can be both tragic and infuriating, especially given the largely preventable nature of the loss. A compassionate and skilled Albuquerque fatal motorcycle accident lawyer can recover some financial stability for your family after this immense loss, and they can hold the negligent party accountable for their actions.

At Berenson & Associates, PC, our skilled Albuquerque wrongful death attorney understands your grief and can provide the steadfast and compassionate legal support you need to help you and your family move forward. With nearly two decades of experience and invaluable insight as a Certified Auto Accident Reconstructionist (Attorney Rachel Berenson), we have what it takes to protect your family’s rights and pursue maximum compensation on your behalf.

Call 5052434400 or schedule a free case review today to discuss your legal options.

Protecting The Families Of Fatal Motorcycle Accident Victims

In many cases, fatal motorcycle collisions are the direct result of another motorist’s negligence, such as texting while driving, failing to yield, changing lanes without checking blind spots, driving while intoxicated, or speeding.

Even though motorcycles and mopeds were involved in 1.3% of all vehicle accidents by vehicle type, they were involved in 7.2% of all fatal accidents in 2023, according to the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT). In a University of New Mexico report, motorcycles were involved in 2.3% of total crashes in 2022, along with 12% of fatal crashes.

In Albuquerque, there were 316 motorcyclists involved in collisions, 14 of which were fatalities, according to NMDOT. Furthermore, motorcyclists were 0.9% of the 33,895 individuals involved in collisions but 15.1% of the 93 fatalities.

Our firm’s highly trained lawyer can help you reconstruct the cause of your loved one’s collision and pursue legal action against those responsible. Depending on the circumstances, you may have grounds to pursue financial reimbursement for a wide range of resulting damages.

Our firm can help you pursue damages for the following:

• Final medical bills
• Funeral costs
• Loss of companionship
• Loss of consortium
• Lost future income
• Punitive damages

When you hire a fatal motorcycle accident lawyer from our firm, we can assess these damages. Then, we use the state’s fatal motorcycle accident laws to recover the maximum amount possible for you when negotiating or arguing your case before the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court. While we know that money cannot fix this immense loss, it can provide you and your family with necessary financial stability. It can also hold the at-fault party responsible for their actions.

Common Reasons for Fatal Motorcycle Accidents

Many circumstances can cause fatal motorcycle accidents or make it more likely that an accident will be fatal. These include:

• Low visibility conditions. It is more difficult to see motorcycles on the road, compared to other vehicles, when visibility conditions are low. This includes driving at night or in adverse weather conditions, like rain or fog. Drivers are more likely to fail to notice motorcycles and then not take appropriate caution when merging, changing lanes, or turning.
• Driving under the influence. When a driver or motorcyclist operates while impaired, this increases the chances of an accident. Driving impaired is disproportionately responsible for fatal accidents, and crashes involving motorcyclists are also more likely to be fatal.
• Failure to wear a helmet. While helmet usage does not lead to or prevent an accident, it can greatly affect the outcome if an accident happens. 10 of the 14 fatal injuries in Albuquerque reported by NMDOT occurred when someone was not wearing a motorcycle helmet. It’s crucial that motorcyclists on the road wear the necessary protective gear, including helmets.
• Speeding. When drivers or riders operate their vehicles at speeds higher than the posted speed limit or faster than is safe for the road conditions, it makes accidents more likely. Speeding also increases the damages in an accident, making serious and fatal injuries more likely.
• Failure to yield. Many motorcycle accidents are caused by a driver’s failure to yield to a motorcyclist. This may happen because the driver doesn’t see the motorcyclist or thinks the motorcyclist is moving slower than they are. Left turns into motorcyclists or merging accidents can cause serious and fatal accidents.

Drivers, motorcyclists, or other parties may be the cause of the accident. It’s important to ensure a thorough investigation to determine the at-fault party in your fatal motorcycle accident claim.

How Do You Prove a Driver Liable for a Fatal Motorcycle Accident?

Evidence from the scene of the accident, eyewitnesses, the accident report, and other sources is crucial for proving liability in a fatal motorcycle accident. A driver in an accident is frequently an at-fault party. Using the evidence from an accident, your Albuquerque fatal motorcycle accident attorney must prove the following:

1. The driver owed your loved one a duty of care.
2. The driver breached that duty of care.
3. Their breach was a contributing factor in causing the accident.
4. You have suffered damages as a result of your loved one’s death.

Retain The Compassionate Advocacy You Need

We understand that no amount of money could ever truly compensate for the death of your loved one. At Berenson & Associates, our Albuquerque wrongful death lawyer can help you honor your loved one by ensuring those responsible do not cause others to suffer the same fate. With responsive communication and a dedication to preserving your family’s wellbeing, your case is sure to be in excellent hands.

Contact our office online today to get started.