Motorcycle accidents devastate lives across Wisconsin every year. Racine County riders face particular dangers on busy highways like I-94 and state routes where high speeds combine with heavy traffic.
If you or someone you love suffered injuries in a motorcycle crash, trust Warshafsky Law Firm to fight relentlessly for your rights. Since the 1960s, our experienced Racine motorcycle accident lawyers have won millions in compensation for injured riders throughout Wisconsin. Our small but mighty team of five attorneys brings over 100 years of combined trial experience to every case.
What sets Warshafsky Law Firm apart? We have both a certified accident investigator and a medical doctor who doubles as an attorney on staff. These unique skills can help us build the strongest possible case for you. Contact our legal team today at (414) 742-7137 for a free case evaluation.
Wisconsin is among the most dangerous states for motorcyclists, with motorcyclists accounting for 17 percent of Wisconsin’s motor vehicle accident fatalities in one recent year. If you are involved in a motorcycle crash in Racine, taking the following steps can help protect you and your compensation claim:
You can further protect and strengthen your claim by seeking the following evidence and documents:
Insurance companies protect their bottom line, not you. They may employ tactics such as:
Warshafsky Law Firm knows these tactics and will shield you from them while fighting for maximum compensation.
Settlement amounts vary based on several factors, including your earning potential, medical expenses, and suffering. Wisconsin follows a shared fault rule, meaning your compensation decreases by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were 30 percent responsible for the crash, your settlement will be reduced by 30 percent. As such, it is essential to work with a legal professional who knows how to demonstrate that the other party was entirely or overwhelmingly to blame for the accident.
We will fight for compensation covering both immediate lost income and future earning capacity. Our team will analyze your salary history, job prospects, and injury severity to calculate fair compensation for lost paychecks.
We will collect evidence of all out-of-pocket costs, bills, and invoices related to your motorcycle accident. Courts may award compensation for both past and future medical expenses. As such, our medical experts will thoroughly evaluate your treatment needs to ensure you receive fair compensation.
This compensation addresses physical, mental, and emotional pain caused by your accident. Courts consider the duration and intensity of your suffering when determining awards. We will fight vigorously for your quality of life.
Our excellent track record includes the following results for motorcycle accident victims:
When an Oshkosh man’s motorcycle suddenly lost stability and ejected him into a tree, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down, Warshafsky Law Firm’s attorneys proved to the jury that a design flaw caused uncontrollable wobbling upon impact. Our relentless advocacy won him $3.7 million.
When a semi-truck failed to stop at an intersection and struck a retired man, the accident left him with partial leg paralysis. Warshafsky Law Firm’s attorneys successfully argued that he still had earning capacity despite his retirement and that the accident had severely diminished this capacity. This approach secured a $2.8 million settlement.
Warshafsky Law Firm fought tirelessly for five years to secure fair compensation for a client paralyzed in a motorcycle crash, ultimately winning $2.4 million by proving manufacturer negligence.
Many people unfairly stereotype bikers as reckless riders. However, most motorcycle accidents result from careless drivers who don’t check their surroundings, fail to see motorcycles entering or exiting roads, or don’t yield the right of way.
Warshafsky Law Firm will fight against these biases to ensure you receive fair treatment and maximum compensation. Our attorneys have experience securing compensation for motorcycle riders who have suffered injuries due to:
Our team will thoroughly investigate the crash that led to your injuries so we can hold all at-fault parties accountable for your losses.
Under Wisconsin law, you must file your personal injury claim within three years from the accident date or discovery of your injury. For wrongful death cases, the deadline shortens to two years.
Insurance companies often deliberately delay claims, hoping to push you past the legal deadline. Many former insurance company attorneys now work at Warshafsky Law Firm, so we understand their tactics and can protect you from them.
Many people recognize that motorcyclists are vulnerable on the road. However, they are also vulnerable when they try to handle their compensation claims without legal assistance. Here’s what you get when you team up with Warshafsky Law Firm:
We serve Racine and surrounding areas: Burlington, Caledonia, Mount Pleasant, Sturtevant, Union Grove, Waterford, and Wind Point.
Don’t let insurance companies take advantage of you after a motorcycle accident. Warshafsky Law Firm provides the aggressive advocacy you need to secure the compensation you deserve. Call us today or contact us online for a free case appraisal.
