The Vacaville area is known for its beautiful scenery, which brings thousands of motorcycle riders each year. Residents and visitors ride their motorcycles on the roads of Vacaville, so much so that between 2011 and 2016, there were 107 motorcycle accidents. Of those, 15 involved alcohol, and seven resulted in fatalities. Two of the fatal accidents involved alcohol. 

I-80 is the most dangerous road in Vacaville for motorcycles. Between 2011 and 2016, 31 of the 107 local accidents occurred on the highway. Some other dangerous locations for motorcyclists in Vacaville include the following:

• Nut Tree Road
• Ulatis Drive
• Leisure Town Road
• Elmira Road
• Mason Street
• Alamo Drive
• Browns Valley Parkway
• E Monte Vista Avenue

People involved in Vacaville motorcycle accidents can suffer injuries ranging from minor to traumatic, including loss of life. Injuries can cause you to miss extended time at school or work or even prevent you from returning, depending on the severity of the injury. Some common injuries suffered in motorcycle accidents include the following:

• Neck injuries
• Femur fracture
• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Bone fractures
• Paralysis
• Damage to organs
• Renal trauma
• Loss of a limb
• Injuries to joints

If you have suffered any of the above injuries in a motorcycle accident, or one that is not listed, you should speak with a Vacaville motorcycle accident lawyer as soon as possible to discuss your case and determine the best course of action.

If you come to the decision that filing an injury claim is the best move for your case, you are legally within your rights to seek financial restitution for the following damages incurred:

• Pain and suffering (psychological and physical injuries caused by the accident)
• Lost wages from missing time at your job, including the use of sick days or vacation time for rehabilitation
• Future medical expenses (medical equipment, therapy, medications)
• Medical expenses incurred immediately after the accident (ambulatory bills, doctor bills, ER bills, and more)

Many riders involved in motorcycle accidents tend to ask themselves this critical question: do I need an attorney? Some believe they don’t have enough of an injury for a claim. Others believe that they can handle the legal process on their own. One thing is sure: consulting with an experienced Vacaville personal injury lawyer will only benefit you. Most injury lawyers in the Vacaville area offer free consultations. If you like what you are told, you can proceed with that lawyer and your case. If you don’t like what you hear, you can move to another injury lawyer without losing a dollar.

Finding a motorcycle accident lawyer you can trust may feel overwhelming. You are likely inundated with ads for lawyers on billboards, transit buses, the TV, radio, and in newspapers. The best way to find a trustworthy lawyer is to research their online reviews by past clients. You will want to look for the following traits before making a decision:

• The lawyer will take the time to explain how filing an injury claim works and will explain all of your legal options.
• The lawyer will show compassion for your situation and be sensitive to your needs.
• The lawyer has plenty of experience representing people involved in motorcycle accidents.
• The lawyer has a positive reputation that can be found on third-party websites such as Yelp, Avvo, and Google.

Watch the video below for more tips on what to look for in a motorcycle accident attorney:

You don’t have infinite time to file an injury claim after a Vacaville motorcycle accident. According to Civ. Proc. §335.1, you have only two years from the date of the injury to file your claim. If you surpass the second anniversary and then decide to file, you can expect to have the case thrown out by the judge. In your best interest, take legal action against the negligent party immediately.

Have you or someone you love suffered a traumatic injury from a motorcycle accident? If so, call our experienced Vacaville motorcycle accident lawyers at your earliest convenience at (707) 564-1900 or (800) 404-5400 for friendly, compassionate, and free advice. You can also reach us online at AutoAccident.com.

We have been assisting residents of Vacaville since 1982 in cases involving wrongful death and personal injury.

We are members of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.

Learn more about us. See our past verdicts and settlements and client reviews on Avvo, Yelp, and Google.

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