Akron Motorcycle Accident Lawyer | Gervelis Law Firm

Motorcycle accidents in Akron often leave riders with serious injuries and complex legal challenges. At Gervelis Law Firm, our experienced Akron motorcycle accident lawyers know what it takes to hold negligent drivers accountable and fight for the compensation you deserve. Whether your crash happened on I-77, Route 8, or a neighborhood road, we’ll investigate your case, handle the insurance companies, and stand by you every step of the way. If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact us today for a free consultation.

Many motorcycle accidents result from distracted driving, driving under the influence, tailgating, and disobeying traffic laws. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident in Akron, you may be eligible to recover significant compensation from those whose negligence or recklessness caused the crash.  

At Gervelis Law Firm, our skilled and experienced motorcycle accident lawyers can pursue the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Our Akron law office is centrally located on West Market Street. We are here for you when you need us most.

Why Should I Choose the Motorcycle Accident Attorneys at Gervelis Law Firm?

For nearly 25 years, Gervelis Law Firm has been fighting for the rights of accident victims and recovering millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients in Akron. Our deep knowledge of local, state, and federal law gives us an edge, and our track record of success demonstrates it.

Our Case Results and Settlements

• $3,499,000 recovered for the family of a motorcyclist who became entangled in wires as a cable company was installing cables across a two-lane roadway with no warning signs. The motorcyclist hit the wires at 35 miles per hour and died from his injuries.
• $1,000,000 recovered for a motorcyclist who was hit by a car and ejected from his bike on impact, causing fractures that required multiple surgeries. The motorcyclist was struck in an intersection when an oncoming driver turned left into this path.
• $500,000 recovered for the family of a motorcyclist who was traveling in a residential neighborhood when an appliance delivery truck pulled in front of him. The motorcyclist sustained fatal injuries in the accident.

After a motorcycle accident, an attorney will investigate the circumstances of the crash, collect evidence, determine fault, interview witnesses and experts, determine the value of your case, negotiate with insurers, and, if necessary, take your case to trial. 

At Gervelis Law Firm, our Akron motorcycle accident attorneys provide personalized attention to each client, focusing on your well-being as much as the law. We operate on a contingency fee basis, so you’ll pay us nothing unless and until we win your case.

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Our Akron Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

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Mark S. Gervelis, Esq.

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Who is Liable in an Akron Motorcycle Accident Case?

Ohio is an at-fault state, which means that the person who caused your motorcycle accident is financially responsible for its effects on your life. The at-fault driver’s insurance coverage typically pays for the losses caused by the driver. 

Various parties may be responsible for a motorcycle accident. Among those who may be liable are the following:

• Negligent, careless, or reckless motorists
• Manufacturers of defective vehicle parts
• Negligent mechanics 
• Government entities responsible for road maintenance 

Ohio follows a comparative negligence system, meaning the fault will be apportioned among all those responsible for an accident. If a party shares more than 50 percent of the blame for the accident, they can’t recover any damages, regardless of whether they were injured. However, if the person’s share of fault is 50 percent or less, they can recover damages. However, the amount of recoverable compensation is reduced by their share of the blame.

How Do You Prove Negligence in an Akron Motorcycle Accident Case?

Proving negligence is essential to win a payout from the liable party’s insurance company. To prove a driver’s negligence, you must establish the following four elements:

• Duty of care: You must prove that the at-fault driver owed you a duty of care. Motorists have a legal duty to act reasonably and avoid harming others on the road.
• Breach of duty: You must prove that the at-fault driver breached their duty of care through negligence, carelessness, or recklessness.
• Causation: You must prove that the accident caused you injuries.
• Damages: You must prove that your injuries caused losses such as medical bills, lost wages, pain, and suffering. 

Do I Still Have a Case If I Wasn’t Wearing a Motorcycle Helmet?

If you are injured in a motorcycle accident and did not wear a helmet, you may still be entitled to recover compensation for your injuries. Ohio law only requires motorcyclists to wear helmets if they are under 18. It does not require adults to wear helmets to operate motorcycles in the state unless they are in their first year after receiving their license or are operating the bike with a temporary permit.

What Compensation Can I Receive for an Akron Motorcycle Accident Case?

Motorcycle accident injuries are often more serious than car accident injuries, so damage payouts and settlements for motorcycle crashes are often higher. You can seek both economic and non-economic damages for your motorcycle accident injury.

You may be able to seek compensation for the following damages and more:

• Pain and suffering
• Medical expenses
• Disfigurement
• Disability
• Mental anguish
• Lost income
• Lost earning potential
• Property damage

If the accident is fatal, family members of victims can recover damages for loss of comfort, loss of prospective inheritance, reduced income, and funeral and burial costs.

Contact Gervelis Law Firm Today

At Gervelis Law Firm, our experienced Ohio motorcycle accident attorneys fight for the rights of accident victims every single day. We proudly serve Youngstown, Akron, Toledo, Columbus, Canfield, Warren, and all of Ohio. 

We know what evidence to look for, what questions to ask, and how to turn that information into a strong legal case. When you’re in an accident, we take action–fast. Our Rapid Investigation Team will be on the scene within 24 hours to collect evidence and begin building your case. 

We also work tirelessly to earn our clients’ trust by keeping them informed, handling every case with integrity, and adhering to our guiding principle—clients’ needs always come first.

If you or a loved one have been injured in a motorcycle accident in Ohio, contact Gervelis Law for a free case consultation online or by calling 330-533-6565.