Athens is a popular place to ride with scenic back roads, busy college routes, and weekend traffic flowing in from Atlanta. But motorcyclists are often overlooked or ignored on the road. If you were injured in a motorcycle crash on Atlanta Highway, Broad Street, or Loop 10, you may be facing painful injuries, time off work, and insurance companies that are quick to point fingers.
At Ted Law Firm, we represent injured riders across Athens, Winterville, Watkinsville, and throughout Northeast Georgia. We fight to hold negligent drivers accountable and pursue the full compensation you need to move forward.
Why Motorcycle Accidents Happen in Athens
Motorcycle accidents often occur because drivers fail to look for smaller vehicles or violate a rider’s right of way. Busy intersections, blind curves, and distracted driving all play a role in crashes involving motorcycles.
We frequently handle crashes caused by:
- Drivers turning left in front of oncoming riders
- Unsafe lane changes or merging into a motorcyclist’s path
- Rear-end collisions at red lights and stop signs
- Distracted driving (phones, GPS, etc.)
- Speeding and failure to yield
- Dangerous road conditions like gravel or poor lighting
We launch a detailed investigation into what caused your crash and who should be held liable.
Serious Injuries Are Common in Motorcycle Wrecks
Motorcyclists have minimal protection in a crash even with a helmet and safety gear. As a result, injuries tend to be more severe than in passenger vehicle collisions.
We represent clients with:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord damage and paralysis
- Broken bones and complex fractures
- Road rash and skin trauma
- Internal injuries or organ damage
- Amputations or permanent disability
- Fatal injuries requiring wrongful death action
We work with your medical team and long-term care experts to ensure your claim reflects the full impact of your injuries.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
In Georgia, motorcycle accident victims can recover compensation for both economic and non-economic damages, including:
- Emergency medical care and hospital bills
- Surgeries, rehabilitation, and ongoing treatment
- Lost wages and loss of future income
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and PTSD
- Motorcycle repair or replacement
- Funeral expenses (in fatal crashes)
We handle all negotiations and legal filings, so you can focus on healing while we fight for your recovery.
What If the Insurance Company Tries to Blame You?
Motorcyclists are often unfairly blamed for crashes. The other driver’s insurer may try to say you were speeding, weaving, or not visible even when the evidence says otherwise.
Under Georgia’s modified comparative negligence law, you can still recover compensation if you’re less than 50% at fault. We’ll protect your rights using crash reports, eyewitness accounts, helmet cam footage (if available), and expert testimony.
How We Help Injury Victims
At Ted Law Firm, we take motorcycle accident claims seriously. We understand the bias riders face, and we push back hard against efforts to downplay your injuries or reduce your claim.
We will:
- Investigate the accident and preserve key evidence
- Review all available insurance policies (including UM/UIM)
- Collect medical records and expert evaluations
- Negotiate for a full settlement, or go to trial if needed
- Keep you informed and supported from start to finish
You don’t have to take on the insurance company alone. We’re here to fight for you.
How Long Do You Have to File a Claim?
Georgia law gives you two years from the date of your motorcycle crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. But don’t wait, evidence disappears quickly, and delays can hurt your case.
Call us today so we can begin building your case while the facts are fresh.
Talk to an Athens Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today
If you were hurt in a motorcycle crash in or around Athens, let us help you get back on your feet physically, financially, and legally. Call Ted Law Firm today for a free consultation. We represent riders in Athens, Watkinsville, Winterville, and across Northeast Georgia. You don’t pay a dime unless we win. No risk. Just trusted support from a legal team that rides with you every step of the way.
You’re in good hands with Ted Law Firm.
