Motorcycle Accident
May 2026 |
By William Mattar Accident Lawyers
Why Motorcycle Accident Claims Are More Challenging in New York (and How Riders Can Protect Their Case)
Motorcycle accident claims in New York face challenges that car accident claims rarely encounter. The injuries tend to be more severe. The insurance structure treats...
April 2026 |
By William Mattar Accident Lawyers
Leveraging SUM Coverage to Combat New York’s Minimum Liability Limits After a Motorcycle Accident
New York drivers are required to carry uninsured motorist (UM) coverage, and policyholders also have the option to purchase Supplementary Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (SUM) coverage through...
April 2026 |
By William Mattar Accident Lawyers
The “First Dollar” Rule: Suing for Medical Bills When No-Fault Doesn’t Apply
You were in a motorcycle accident and your insurance company just denied your medical bills because motorcycles “aren’t eligible for first-party no-fault benefits.” This isn’t...
April 2026 |
By William Mattar Accident Lawyers
Why Are New York Motorcyclists Exempt From the “Serious Injury” Threshold?
New York’s no-fault insurance law limits when most car accident victims can sue for pain and suffering. In many cases, they can only file a...
August 2025 |
By William Mattar Accident Lawyers
What Are the Causes of Motorcycle Accidents?
The most frequent causes of motorcycle accidents are other drivers who fail to see the rider, make an unsafe lane change, or misjudge the motorcycle’s...
July 2025 |
By William Mattar Accident Lawyers
What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident?
A motorcycle accident can be disorienting, leaving you with painful injuries, mounting medical bills, and confusion about what to do next. Your focus after a...
July 2025 |
By William Mattar Accident Lawyers
What Happens if a Motorcycle Gets in a Sideswipe Accident?
Motorcyclists are especially vulnerable to sideswipe accidents. Unlike car drivers, they lack the physical protection of a vehicle’s frame, exposing riders to severe injuries even...
June 2025 |
By William Mattar Accident Lawyers
Do Motorcycles Have the Right of Way in New York?
If you were involved in a motorcycle accident in New York, you may wonder, Do motorcycles have the right of way? The simple, direct answer...
May 2025 |
By William Mattar Accident Lawyers
New York Motorcycle Laws
New York motorcycle laws are designed to protect motorcyclists. These laws, along with wider public awareness of riders’ vulnerability, can encourage safer driving behavior from...