Stambaugh Law

Motorcycle Accident Lawyer: York, Pennsylvania

Attorney Steve Stambaugh owns and rides 2000 Harley Davidson Softtail Deuce and understands the dangers bikers face every day that they ride: drivers who don’t signal when changing lanes, trucks that roll through intersections, and cars that brake or slow down without warning. Working with accident investigators and specialists in motorcycle accidents, we carefully measure skid marks and assess the damage to motorcycles in order to determine if a car was speeding, ran through an intersection, or failed to yield to the motorcyclist.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, talk to a lawyer who rides, one who passionately defends the personal injury rights of motorcyclists. Whether you ride a Harley, Suzuki, Yamaha, Indian, Victory or a BMW, call Stambaugh Law in York, Pennsylvania, for a free consultation to discuss your personal injury concerns.

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Motorcycle accidents almost always result in catastrophic injuries. Because motorcycle insurance coverage typically does not include first-party medical benefit coverage for medical expenses, injured riders can face huge medical bills and/or substantial subrogation liens. Worse, insurance companies stereotypically blame the injured motorcyclist. Attorney Stambaugh will establish how the accident happened and who the liable parties are as soon as possible, and will do everything possible to make sure you get that all-important medical care and treatment.

• Investigating the motorcycle accident: Attorney Stambaugh has a retired Pennsylvania State Police Trooper on call who can promptly travel to an accident site to begin the investigation. Time is really of the essence here – evidence must be preserved, and photographs, measurements, or other tools must be used to document the accident scene.
• Interviewing the witnesses: At-fault drivers in motorcycle accidents often say the same things. “The motorcycle was going too fast.” “I never saw the guy.” “He came out of nowhere.” By talking to witnesses, investigating the accident scene and reviewing the facts, we are able to show that the problem lies with the at-fault driver’s failure to, for example, look for a vertical silhouette or loss of depth perception. Most accidents are caused by a car or truck turning in front of a motorcycle rather than properly yielding the right of way.
• Understanding the law: Motorcycles have a right to enjoy the roadways of Pennsylvania. Certain riders are not required to wear a helmet in Pennsylvania, and a motorcyclist cannot be penalized for riding legally. The liability and responsibility for a motorcycle accident should be placed on the at-fault party, not on the motorcyclist, even if that motorcyclist made the decision to ride without a helmet. Attorney Stambaugh lives this issue, personally, every time he rides.
• Assessing the injuries: We understand the importance of proper medical treatment when recovering from a motorcycle crash. We review medical records and keep track of each client’s progress in the healing process, which can be lengthy. Motorcycle riders and their passengers can suffer from brain injuries, multiple fractures, permanent scarring (from road rash) or spinal cord injuries. The more serious the injuries, the more important it is to understand the current and future needs of the injured rider. In cases involving fatalities, we work with medical economists in order to assess the financial impact of a wrongful death on survivors.

Contact Motorcycle Accident Attorney Steven Stambaugh Today

At Stambaugh Law, every motorcycle accident victim receives one-on-one, personal attention from Attorney Stambaugh. Attorney Stambaugh’s clients never have to worry about being passed off to another attorney in the firm. Located at 2121 South Queen Street at the intersection of South Queen Street and I-83, Stambaugh Law offers ample, safe, free and on-site handicapped-accessible parking. Contact Stambaugh Law for a free consultation to discuss your motorcycle accident.