Motorcycle Accident Questions
Serving Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and surrounding areas
How many regular motorcyclists are on the road today?
According to the Motorcycle Industry Council, an estimated 650,000 of the 6.5 million registered motorcycles in the US are used on a regular basis for commuting.
What percentage of motorcycle accidents happen due to a collision with a passenger vehicle?
75% of all motorcycle accidents involve a passenger vehicle.
Who is usually at fault in motorcycle accidents?
Two-thirds of the time, the other driver is at fault.
What are the injury and fatality rates of motorcycle accidents?
In 98% of all accidents involving motorcycles, the motorcyclist is injured. 45% of all motorcycle accidents result in serious injury or the fatality of a motorcyclist.
Why are motorcycle accident injury cases so difficult to win in court?
They are sometime difficult to win because many at-fault drivers will claim they didn't see the motorcycle. In addition, many people believe that riding motorcycles are inherently dangerous. These preconceived notions can work against a plaintiff in court if he or she doesn't hire an experienced motorcycle accident attorney.
What damages can motorcyclists sue for in court?
If the other driver is proven to be at fault, the victim can sue for reimbursement of vehicle repair costs, compensation for current and future medical bills, current and future lost wages, pain and suffering and permanent injury.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, you should contact us immediately. Motorcycle accident cases are historically difficult to win - unless you have the expertise of Stipe & Belote on your side.
We will help ensure that you are treated fairly in the court of law and receive the compensation you deserve.
Although medical professionals are required by law to exercise the utmost care, skill and diligence when treating their patients, it is estimated that over 90,000 people every year are either injured or killed due to physician or nurse error. 
When workers are injured, employers and their workers compensation insurance carrier are responsible for providing those employees with the medical care they need as quickly as possible. 
If you are disabled, and can no longer work, the federal government offers disability payments to individuals who qualify under the Social Security Disability Insurance plan. 
