Mopeds are a popular and cost-effective way to navigate Macon’s roads, especially near Downtown Macon, Riverside Drive, and Eisenhower Parkway. But when other drivers don’t share the road responsibly, moped riders often suffer the worst of a collision. Without the protection of a vehicle, a moped rider is fully exposed, and even low-speed crashes can lead to serious, life-altering injuries.
At Ted Law Firm, we represent injured moped riders in Macon, West Macon, Lizella, and across Bibb County. If you or a loved one was hit while riding, we’ll fight for the full compensation you need to recover physically, emotionally, and financially.
Why Moped Riders Are Vulnerable on Macon Roads
Mopeds are smaller and slower than other vehicles, which makes them harder to see and easier to ignore. Drivers often fail to give mopeds the space or respect they deserve, especially on busy roads and intersections.
Common causes of moped crashes include:
- Drivers turning left into a moped rider’s path
- Rear-end collisions at stop signs or traffic lights
- Unsafe lane changes and merging
- Speeding or aggressive driving in traffic
- Distracted or impaired drivers
- Poor road conditions or debris
These crashes are preventable. When a careless driver puts a moped rider at risk, we hold them accountable.
Injuries We See in Moped Accident Cases
Because mopeds lack the speed, weight, and structural protection of a car or even a motorcycle, the injuries from these accidents are often severe.
We regularly represent moped riders suffering from:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI), even with a helmet
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Broken bones and fractures
- Road rash, lacerations, and soft tissue injuries
- Internal bleeding or organ trauma
- Amputations and permanent disabilities
- Fatal injuries resulting in wrongful death claims
We coordinate with your doctors, therapists, and long-term care providers to understand the full extent of your injuries, and we pursue a claim that reflects that reality.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
If someone else’s negligence caused your crash, Georgia law entitles you to compensation for both economic and non-economic damages.
You may be eligible to recover:
- Emergency medical bills and surgical care
- Ongoing rehabilitation and therapy
- Lost wages during your recovery
- Future loss of income if you’re unable to return to work
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress, PTSD, or anxiety
- Property damage (including your moped and gear)
- Funeral expenses (in fatal crashes)
We’ll work to calculate the full value of your claim, not just what the insurance company is willing to pay.
What If They Try to Blame You?
Insurers often try to place blame on moped riders by arguing you were going too slow, didn’t wear a helmet, or weren’t where you were “supposed to be.” But Georgia’s modified comparative fault law still allows you to recover compensation if you were less than 50% at fault.
We push back with evidence, witness statements, and crash analysis to hold the at-fault party accountable, and protect your right to recover.
How We Help Injury Victims
At Ted Law Firm, we know how overwhelming a moped crash can be. In addition to physical pain, you may be missing work, dealing with expensive medical care, and receiving calls from the insurance company pressuring you to settle.
We handle every step of your case, including:
- Investigating the crash and preserving crucial evidence
- Working with your medical team to document your injuries
- Handling all communications with insurers and opposing counsel
- Calculating the full scope of your financial and emotional losses
- Negotiating a fair settlement—or taking your case to trial, if necessary
We fight hard for moped riders because we know how vulnerable they are, and how often they’re underestimated or blamed.
How Long Do I Have to File?
In Georgia, you generally have two years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. If your case involves a government-owned vehicle or road hazard, you may have an even shorter deadline. The sooner you act, the more time we have to build a strong case.
Talk to a Macon Moped Accident Lawyer Today
You don’t have to handle this alone. If you’ve been injured in a moped crash caused by someone else’s negligence, we’re ready to fight for the care and compensation you need to move forward. At Ted Law Firm, we care about your healing and your future. We proudly help people in Atlanta: Columbus, Macon, Athens, Savannah, Warner Robins, and all of Georgia! We advocate for accident victims across South Carolina and Georgia. When a devastating crash turns your world upside down, you can count on Ted Law Firm to stand by your side and provide the trusted legal support you deserve.
