Brockton Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

If you have been injured in a motorcycle crash anywhere in Plymouth County, you already know how quickly a careless moment by another driver can change your life. Motorcycle riders face unique medical, financial, and legal hurdles after a wreck, and the steps you take in the following days will shape the rest of your recovery. Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers has spent decades standing up for motorcyclists across Brockton, Boston, and the South Shore. This comprehensive guide explains what you need to know about Massachusetts motorcycle law, how injury claims work, and why hiring an experienced Brockton personal injury attorney can differentiate between a lowball settlement and the full compensation you deserve.

• Massachusetts follows a traditional fault-based system for motorcycle collisions, so the at-fault party’s insurer pays most losses.
• Injured riders have only three years from the crash date to file a lawsuit.
• Comparative negligence can reduce your recovery if you are found to be more than 50 percent responsible.
• Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers offers 100 percent free consultations and works on a contingency-fee basis; you never pay out of pocket.

Personal injury cases involving motorcycles differ from car-crash claims in several ways. First, Massachusetts General Laws c. 231 § 6D, the "tort threshold" that limits lawsuits for most car occupants, does not apply to motorcyclists. Because motorcycles are not covered under the no-fault statute, an injured rider may sue the negligent driver for pain and suffering, medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages without having to prove that medical bills exceed $2,000 or that injuries are permanent.

Second, because riders lack the enclosed protection of passenger vehicles, they often suffer catastrophic harm, traumatic brain injury, spinal-cord damage, orthopedic fractures—that drives medical costs into the six- or seven-figure range. Insurance carriers recognize this exposure and aggressively defend motorcycle cases. Having a seasoned Brockton motorcycle accident lawyer who can build a compelling liability case and accurately value long-term damages is critical.

Despite popular myths, most motorcycle wrecks are not caused by "reckless bikers." The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration finds that most multi-vehicle motorcycle collisions begin with a motorist’s failure to detect the rider. In our Brockton practice, we routinely see:

• Left-turn violations: A driver turns across the motorcyclist’s lane at Main Street and Belmont or Route 123, misjudging the bike’s speed.
• Unsafe lane changes on Route 24 occur when motorists do not check their blind spots.
• Rear-end impacts at traffic lights occur when distracted drivers fail to notice a stopped motorcycle.
• Dooring incidents in downtown Brockton occur when occupants open car doors into a rider’s path.
• Roadway hazards such as potholes, sand, or defective traffic signals, for which a municipality or contractor may share fault.

Documenting the precise cause early, with scene photos, crash-data downloads, and eyewitness statements, gives your attorney ammunition to overcome insurer disputes later.

Even when the facts show the driver was negligent, motorcycle crash victims confront obstacles unheard of in typical car cases:

• Bias against riders: Adjusters and jurors may assume motorcyclists are risk-takers. Strategic voir dire and expert testimony help neutralize this prejudice.
• Greater severity of injuries: Longer hospital stays and rehabilitation create a more significant economic loss that insurers are motivated to fight.
• Helmet and gear disputes: Massachusetts requires helmets under M.G.L. c. 90 § 7, but insurers sometimes argue that an open-face design or lack of armored clothing constitutes comparative negligence. An attorney can retain biomechanical experts to rebut improper blame-shifting.

Understanding state statutes can strengthen your case and protect your safety:

• Helmet law: All operators and passengers must wear a DOT-approved helmet. Failure to comply can reduce, not bar, compensation if it worsens injuries.
• Eye protection: Unless your bike has a windscreen, M.G.L. c. 90 § 7A requires goggles or a face shield.
• Lane splitting: Riding between lanes of traffic is prohibited under M.G.L. c. 89 § 4A.
• Insurance minimums: Motorcyclists must carry bodily injury liability of $20,000 per person/$40,000 per crash, but it is wise to purchase higher limits and optional underinsured motorist coverage.

Your actions in the first 48 hours can preserve evidence and safeguard your health:

• Call 911 and ask for police and EMS, even if injuries seem minor. A police report creates a neutral record.
• Seek medical care the same day. Adrenaline can mask severe trauma; medical records tie injuries to the crash.
• Photograph everything: skid marks on Crescent Street, helmet damage, license plates, and your visible wounds.
• Exchange information but avoid apologizing or giving recorded statements to insurers.
• Notify your insurer of the crash; Massachusetts law requires prompt notice.
• Contact Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers before signing any releases.

Our firm’s Rapid-Response Team begins work within hours of signing a new motorcycle case:

• Scene preservation: We dispatch investigators to map the roadway, capture drone footage, and retrieve surveillance video from nearby businesses like Westgate Mall.
• Vehicle inspections: A mechanical engineer examines the motorcycle and the at-fault vehicle for brake defects or aftermarket parts.
• Witness outreach: Statements are taken while memories are fresh, and subpoenas secure dash-cam data.
• Expert analysis: Accident reconstructionists build a 3D model to show speed, point of impact, and line of sight.

Because we advance all costs and only recover them if we win, riders never pay upfront for these critical services.

Under Massachusetts negligence law, a successful claim must establish duty, breach, causation, and damages. Evidence often includes:

• Police crash reports and citation records
• Electronic data recorder downloads
• Cell-phone usage logs to prove distraction
• Medical expert testimony linking injuries to the collision
• Economic evaluations of future medical needs and lost earning capacity

We also anticipate common defenses such as sun glare or “failure to observe.” Thorough preparation ensures we can present a persuasive case to a Plymouth County jury if the insurer refuses a fair settlement.

Every crash is different, but a Brockton motorcycle accident attorney can pursue compensation for:

• Medical expenses: surgery, hospitalization, physical therapy, and future procedures
• Lost wages and diminished earning potential
• Pain and suffering, including chronic pain, scarring, and loss of enjoyment of life
• Emotional distress and PTSD treatment
• Property damage to the motorcycle, helmet, and riding gear
• Loss of consortium for a spouse’s loss of companionship in severe cases

Massachusetts follows a modified comparative negligence rule (M.G.L. c. 231 §85). If you are 50 percent or less at fault, your damages are reduced by that percentage; above 50 percent, you recover nothing. Insurers often exploit this by arguing the rider was speeding or "should have been more visible."

At Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers, we counter these tactics with:

• Helmet-camera footage to establish actual speed and riding behavior
• Photometric studies showing adequate visibility of a brightly colored jacket
• Traffic-engineering experts will demonstrate that the roadway design contributed to the crash

Under Massachusetts General Laws c. 260 § 2A, you must file a motorcycle accident lawsuit within three years of the date of injury. Certain circumstances include claims against a city or the Commonwealth, which carry shorter presentment deadlines under the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act. Missing these dates will permanently bar recovery, so contacting a Brockton motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible protects your rights.

• Local insight: We know the judges, jury pools, and insurance defense firms in Plymouth County.
• Proven results: Our attorneys have secured millions for severely injured riders across Massachusetts.
• Personal attention: You will have direct cell-phone access to your lawyer, not just a case manager.
• No fee unless we win: Our contingency arrangement aligns our success with yours.
• Comprehensive support: We help clients locate top specialists at Boston Medical Center and negotiate liens so more of the recovery goes into their pockets.

If you or a loved one was hurt in a motorcycle accident in Brockton, do not face the insurance company alone. Call (617) 777-7777 or fill out our online form to schedule a no-cost case evaluation. We will listen to your story, explain your options, and fight tirelessly for the compensation you need to rebuild your life.