After a Motorcycle Accident
Below are some common questions asked after a motorcycle accident. Please consult with our team for full answers and details.
No. We never charge for an initial consultation. During your free consultation, we will discuss the details of your potential case, the legal process and answer any questions you may have.
We use a team approach in every aspect of our law firm. You will have direct contact with our attorneys, Bob Karney and Sean Clayton, in addition to our team of skilled paralegals. This team approach ensures that you are represented as thoroughly and completely as your needs require.
Absolutely! Bob rides a 2006 Heritage Softail and Sean rides a 2019 Sport Glide. Understanding how motorcycles operate on the road and how the law applies to motorcycles is necessary to properly protect and defend motorcycle accident victims. Because we ride, we understand the obstacles motorcyclists face on the road and in the courtroom.
The length of a case depends on several factors. It’s not possible to say exactly how long a case may take initially. We will always be upfront and honest about what you can expect and keep you updated throughout the process.
Yes. We offer free property damage assistance. This is a complimentary service we provide to our clients. Remember, the insurance adjusters work for the insurance company, not for you. Their priority is saving money, not your compensation. You don’t have to settle for their lowball offers. We will work to get the maximum compensation for your motorcycle property damage.
You might be entitled to extra compensation, as this is considered an aggravated circumstance. Specifically, the at-fault driver could be liable for punitive damages. This is why you need an experienced lawyer who knows how to pursue maximum compensation.
You may still have a case. The question is always who was at fault. The insurance company will try and use this against you, but this is a complication we can often work around.
North Carolina Motorcycle Laws
Below are some common questions asked about NC motorcycle laws. Please consult with our team for full answers and details.
Yes – Under North Carolina law, all operators and passengers on motorcycles and mopeds must wear a motorcycle safety helmet of a type that complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 218.
NC does not currently have a specific law which bans lane splitting, however, it is always discouraged. There are far too many factors that can quickly go wrong when the driver of a motor vehicle does not expect a motorcycle to appear so close.
NC has no maximum decibel level restrictions, but you must have an exhaust system in working order and in constant operation to prevent annoying smoke screens or excessive noise. Also, muffler “cut-outs” are prohibited for all vehicles.
No – NC has no requirement for eye protection, but we still recommend wearing a visor or sunglasses to help keep your eyes clear of debris while riding.
Yes – It doesn’t matter what model or year you ride, the headlight must be on at all times.
No – There is no minimum age for motorcycle passengers, but a motorcyclist can’t carry more passengers than the bike’s designed capacity. Also, a helmet, seat and footrest are required for motorcycle passengers.
Yes – NC allows unrestricted use of headphones and earbuds for motorcyclists.
South Carolina Motorcycle Laws
Below are some common questions asked about SC motorcycle laws. Please consult with our team for full answers and details.
No – unless you are under 21. All motorcycle operators and passengers under 21 must wear a helmet approved by the Department of Highways and Public Transportation. The helmet must be equipped with either a neck or chin strap, and it must be ‘reflectorized’ on both sides.
No – In SC it is illegal to operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic, or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.
SC has no maximum decibel level restrictions. However, motorcycles are required to be equipped with a muffler that’s in good working order to prevent excessive noise or smoke and cutouts, bypasses, and similar devices aren’t allowed on SC highways.
SC requires riders under 21 to use eye protection unless you have a windscreen.
Yes – It doesn’t matter what model or year you ride, the headlight must be on at all times.
No – There is no minimum age for motorcycle passengers, but a motorcyclist can’t carry more passengers than the bike’s designed capacity. Also, any motorcycle carrying a passenger, other than in a sidecar or enclosed cab, must be equipped with footrests for its passenger.
Yes – SC allows unrestricted use of headphones and earbuds for motorcyclists.
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