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Motorcycle Crash Lawyer in Texas (2025): Your Complete Guide After a Serious Bike Accident

Motorcycles offer freedom, adrenaline, and the kind of open-road experience you can’t get from a car. But that same openness also means riders face the highest risk on Texas roads. When a motorcyclist is hit, the injuries are rarely “minor.” One careless driver, one blind spot, or one distracted moment is all it takes to change your life forever.

If you or someone you love was involved in a motorcycle crash, you’re likely dealing with pain, medical bills, a damaged bike, insurance headaches, and maybe even pressure to accept a quick (and unfair) settlement.

You deserve better.
You deserve answers.
And you deserve a motorcycle crash lawyer who understands what you’re up against.

This guide breaks down exactly what to do, how motorcycle injury claims work in Texas, and why The Lange Firm is a powerful ally for victims fighting against insurance companies.

Why Motorcycle Crashes Are So Serious

Motorcyclists have almost zero physical protection. No airbags. No steel frame. No seatbelt. In most crashes, the rider absorbs the full force of the collision — often being thrown from the bike.

Common causes of motorcycle accidents include:

• Drivers changing lanes without checking blind spots

• Cars turning left in front of a motorcycle

• Speeding or reckless driving

• Distracted driving (phones, texting, GPS)

• Drunk or impaired driving

• Drivers misjudging a rider’s distance or speed

• Road hazards (potholes, debris, uneven pavement)

And even when the motorcyclist does nothing wrong, they are often the ones blamed. Insurance companies love to say:

“Motorcyclists take risks.”
“They were speeding.”
“They were weaving.”

A motorcycle crash lawyer cuts through these stereotypes and protects your rights from day one.

Common Injuries in Motorcycle Accidents

Because riders are exposed, injuries tend to be catastrophic. Even at low speeds, a motorcycle crash can cause major trauma.

Frequently seen injuries include:

• Broken bones

• Road rash and deep lacerations

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)

• Concussions

• Spinal cord injuries or paralysis

• Internal organ damage

• Severe muscle and ligament tears

• Amputations

• Permanent scarring or disfigurement

• Psychological trauma (anxiety, PTSD, fear of riding again)

These injuries often require surgery, long recovery periods, physical therapy, and time away from work. A motorcycle crash lawyer ensures all of this — not just immediate medical bills — is included in your case.

How Fault Is Determined in Motorcycle Crashes

Determining fault is one of the most contested parts of a motorcycle claim. Texas uses modified comparative negligence, which means:

• If you’re 51% or more at fault, you recover nothing.

• If you’re less than 51% at fault, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault.

Insurance companies know this. They often try to blame the motorcyclist to avoid paying.

A motorcycle crash lawyer investigates deeply by gathering:

• Police reports

• Eyewitness statements

• Accident scene photos

• Traffic cam or dash cam footage

• Black box data from cars/trucks

• Cell phone records (to prove distracted driving)

• Expert accident reconstruction analysis

The goal? Prove the driver was negligent — not you.

Compensation Available After a Motorcycle Crash

Motorcycle accident victims often face overwhelming financial pressure. Texas law allows you to recover compensation for a wide range of damages, including:

Medical and Physical Damages

• ER visits and hospital stays

• Surgeries

• Diagnostic imaging (CT, MRI, X-rays)

• Pain management

• Physical therapy and rehab

• Wheelchairs, braces, medical equipment

• Long-term care for permanent disabilities

Financial Losses

• Lost wages

• Loss of earning capacity

• Motorcycle repair or replacement

• Transportation costs

• Future medical needs

Non-Economic Damages

• Pain and suffering

• Emotional distress

• PTSD and anxiety

• Loss of enjoyment of life

• Disfigurement or scarring

Punitive Damages

If the driver was drunk, racing, or driving with extreme negligence, you may qualify for additional punitive damages.

A motorcycle crash lawyer ensures you seek every dollar you deserve, not just the portion the insurance company feels like offering.

What To Do Immediately After a Motorcycle Crash

Accidents are overwhelming, but your actions after the crash can make a big difference in your case.

1. Call 911.
A police report is essential for establishing fault.

2. Seek medical care immediately.
Even “minor” injuries can worsen or become life-threatening.

3. Take photos if you can.
Damage to your bike, your injuries, skid marks, road conditions — everything helps.

4. Get the driver’s information.

5. Do NOT admit fault.
Not even a quick “I’m sorry.”

6. Avoid speaking to the insurance company alone.
They will use your words against you.

7. Contact a motorcycle crash lawyer as soon as possible.

The longer you wait, the easier it becomes for evidence to disappear or be twisted.

Insurance Companies Treat Motorcycle Cases Differently

This is the ugly truth:
Insurance companies often assume motorcyclists are reckless — and they use that bias to offer low settlements or deny claims altogether.

Adjusters may try to:

• Downplay your injuries

• Argue you were speeding

• Claim you weren’t visible

• Shift most of the fault onto you

• Push you to accept a quick settlement

• Use recorded statements against you

A motorcycle crash lawyer shuts this down immediately and takes over all communication so you don’t get manipulated.

Motorcycle Crashes Involving Trucks, Commercial Vehicles, or Rideshare

These cases are much more complex because multiple parties may be liable:

• Trucking companies

• Commercial delivery fleets

• Uber or Lyft

• Vehicle owners

• Employers of the negligent driver

• Insurance carriers with higher policy limits

If a company is involved, they will send lawyers and investigators immediately — sometimes within hours.

Having The Lange Firm on your side ensures someone is fighting just as hard for you.

How Much Does a Motorcycle Crash Lawyer Cost?

Most injured riders worry about lawyer fees. The good news?

You pay nothing upfront.

Motorcycle crash cases are handled on a contingency fee, meaning:

• You don’t pay unless the lawyer wins

• The fee comes out of the settlement

• If you don’t recover money, you pay nothing

The Lange Firm takes on the financial risk so you can focus on healing — not on invoices.

Why Choose The Lange Firm

Motorcycle accident cases require attention, toughness, and real legal strategy. That’s exactly what The Lange Firm brings.

Clients choose The Lange Firm because:

• You work directly with attorney Evan Lange

• You get honest, clear communication

• The firm aggressively challenges insurance companies

• Every case receives personal attention

• They understand the severity of motorcycle injuries

• The goal is always full, fair compensation — not excuses

Motorcyclists deserve respect and justice — not blame. The Lange Firm makes sure your voice is heard.

Final Takeaway

Motorcycle crashes can be physically, emotionally, and financially devastating. But with the right legal team, you can reclaim control, hold negligent drivers accountable, and rebuild your life.

If you or a loved one was injured in a motorcycle crash anywhere in Texas, The Lange Firm is ready to help.

You focus on recovering.
We’ll handle the rest.