Important Evidence in a Motorcycle Accident

Every motorcycle accident is a nerve-racking experience. If you want to recover compensation for your damages, you will need to have enough evidence to support the filing and settlement of a motorcycle accident claim. The following are the types of evidence you may need:

Police report

A police report will contain details about injuries, property damage and the cause of the crash, as well as its date, time and location. You may be able to use that report to support your claim.

Your helmet

A motorcyclist is required by law to wear a helmet for his/her own safety so that he/she doesn’t sustain severe head injuries. Your helmet can play an important role in establishing that you didn’t contribute to your face or head injuries. Photograph your helmet at the scene, and don’t alter it in any way.

Photographs of the accident scene

Photograph the accident scene and your motorcycle as it lies on the ground. Look for the point of impact between your bike and the car. Also take pictures of other objects disturbed by the accident, including, but not limited to, accident debris, parts of your motorcycle that broke during the impact, and paint chips on the ground.

Witnesses

Write down the names and contact information of all witnesses. Write down what they saw, as their statement is invaluable.

Medical records

Medical records are the most important piece of evidence, as they play a decisive role in how much compensation you should get. Keep copies of the paramedics’ notes, your medical bills, the written diagnosis and prognosis of your doctor, and any test results from MRIs or CAT scans.