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Legal Help for the Injured
No matter how careful you are on the road, a negligent driver can cause a devastating motorcycle accident. Fortunately, our dedicated injury lawyers in Akron are ready to fight for everything you deserve, and an Akron motorcycle accident lawyer at KNR will take your call today.
Even with protective gear, Akron motorcyclists often suffer severe injuries, resulting in extensive medical bills and time away from work. You should not have to manage insurance claims or legal battles while trying to recover. That is where Kisling, Nestico & Redick comes in: let us handle the legal side so you can focus on healing. For a free, no-risk consultation with our Akron motorcycle accident attorneys, call (330) 869-9007.
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Motorcycle accidents can happen anywhere in Akron, from Wallhaven to Ellet, and most of them come down to a driver who did not see the rider or did not give the bike the room it needed. After a crash, identifying the cause is crucial. Local law enforcement, such as the Akron Police Department or the Ohio State Highway Patrol, will file a report, but reports are often incomplete, and they rarely capture what a rider was doing right. That is why KNR conducts its own investigation. The causes we see most often in Summit County:
A driver turning left across a rider’s lane, at an intersection or into a driveway, is one of the most common ways a motorcyclist gets hurt. The driver either did not see the bike or misjudged its speed, and the rider has no time to stop. Left-turn accidents at busy intersections like Market Street and Arlington Road, and wide or improper turns that cross into a motorcycle’s lane, fall into this group.
Motorcycles disappear into blind spots. A driver who changes lanes on I-76 or Route 8 without checking, passes too closely, or drifts into a rider’s lane forces the bike off the road or into traffic. Sideswipes and dooring, where a parked driver opens a door into a passing rider, cause the same kind of crash on surface streets.
A driver looking at a phone, a screen, or a passenger misses a motorcycle far more easily than a car, because a bike takes up a fraction of the visual field. Distracted drivers also fail to notice a motorcycle slowing or stopping ahead of them, which produces rear-end collisions that are far more dangerous for a rider than for anyone in a car.
Akron’s potholes, broken pavement, gravel on ramps, wet leaves, and rail crossings can throw a rider without another vehicle ever touching the bike. Road hazard accidents can support a claim against the city, county, or a contractor when the hazard was known and left unfixed, and those claims involve immunity rules that call for an early investigation.
Speed shrinks the time a driver has to react to a motorcycle, and alcohol, drugs, and fatigue do the same. Drivers leaving bars downtown late at night, drowsy commuters on I-77, and drivers who run stop signs or fail to yield at intersections account for many of the worst crashes we handle.
Riders in Akron share the road with heavy commuter and freight traffic. I-76 and I-77 are the busiest, and the Central Interchange where they meet Route 8 south of downtown forces fast merges across short lanes. Route 8 north toward Cuyahoga Falls has steep grades and tight ramps, and I-277 along the south side moves traffic quickly between I-76 and I-77. On surface streets, Market Street through Highland Square and out to Fairlawn, and Arlington Road through the industrial corridor on the south side, combine speed with constant turning traffic. Downtown Akron on Main Street and Exchange Street, Waterloo Road in South Akron, Kenmore Boulevard, and Tallmadge Avenue near Chapel Hill round out the list.
Two of the county’s favorite riding routes are also where recreational riders get hurt: the roads north into the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, including Akron-Peninsula Road and Riverview Road, and the roads south around the Portage Lakes, where weekend traffic, boat trailers, and drivers unfamiliar with the curves mix with riders. The Akron car accident statistics we track show the same corridors for drivers, and our Akron car accident lawyers handle the claims of drivers and passengers hurt in the same collisions.
Even with a helmet, jacket, and gloves, a rider has nothing between their body and the road. The injuries we see most from crashes in Firestone Park, Kenmore, Chapel Hill, and across the county:
Sliding across pavement strips skin and drives in grit, and contact with a hot engine or exhaust adds burns. Deep road rash can need surgical cleaning and skin grafts, and it scars.
Riders instinctively brace with their arms as they go down, and the impact can crush the nerves that run from the neck through the shoulder. The pattern is common enough to have a name, biker’s arm, and it can mean permanent weakness or paralysis in the arm and hand.
A helmet reduces the risk but does not eliminate it. Concussions and more serious traumatic brain injuries are common in motorcycle crashes, and the effects on memory, mood, and concentration can be permanent.
Being thrown from a bike or pinned under a vehicle can fracture vertebrae and damage the spinal cord. Spinal cord injuries and paralysis change every part of a rider’s life and require lifelong care.
Legs, arms, wrists, collarbones, and the pelvis take the impact when a bike goes down. Many riders need surgery with plates and screws, months of therapy, and time away from work. Crush injuries, nerve damage, amputation, internal organ damage, and post-traumatic stress disorder round out the list. When a crash takes a rider’s life, the family’s claim follows the same investigation; our work on fatal motorcycle accidents across Ohio is handled by the same team.
Insurance adjusters know Ohio’s motorcycle rules and will use any gap in compliance against you. The Ohio motorcycle safety laws that come up most often are these three.
Ohio requires helmets for riders under 18, for riders in their first year of licensing, and for their passengers. Riders 18 and older who are past their first year may ride without one. Choosing not to wear a helmet does not bar your claim, but if you suffered a head injury the insurer will argue it made the injury worse, and that argument has to be answered with medical evidence.
Ohio does not allow riding between lanes of traffic. If you were hit while lane splitting, the insurer will argue you share fault, and under Ohio’s comparative fault rule that can reduce or bar your recovery. If you were riding legally in your lane and the insurer claims otherwise, witness statements and the point of impact usually settle it.
Every motorcycle on an Ohio road must carry liability insurance at the same minimum levels required for cars. Those minimums are low, and a serious motorcycle injury can exceed them quickly, which is why we look at the at-fault driver’s policy, any umbrella coverage, and your own uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage from the start.
If you are involved in a motorcycle accident in Akron, here are the essential steps you should take:
Fight for Everything You’re Owed
If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident in Akron, you may be entitled to damages by proving another party’s negligence caused the crash. Consulting an experienced motorcycle accident attorney, backed by the firm’s Ohio motorcycle accident lawyers statewide, is the surest way to protect the claim and maximize your recovery.
You can recover damages for:
If your loved one was killed in a motorcycle accident, you may also be entitled to seek:
How to Obtain Compensation After a Motorcycle Accident in Ohio
After a motorcycle accident, insurance companies may attempt to protect their bottom line by using unfair tactics, such as:
Our Akron motorcycle accident lawyers are familiar with these tactics and will stand up for your rights. We will negotiate for the compensation you truly deserve and will not hesitate to take your case to court if needed.
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Determining fault in a motorcycle accident can be challenging, as accident reports and witness statements may not always tell the full story. At KNR, our motorcycle accident attorneys are committed to proving how the accident occurred and holding the responsible party and their insurance company accountable.
Here is how we strengthen your claim or motorcycle accident lawsuit:
By using our extensive resources and legal experience, KNR ensures Akron motorcycle accident victims are treated fairly and fully compensated.
The driver who hit you is the obvious defendant, but often not the only one, and sometimes not the one with enough insurance to matter. Part of building an Akron motorcycle case is finding everyone who shares responsibility:
At Kisling, Nestico & Redick, we strive to make the recovery process after a motorcycle accident in Akron as smooth as possible. We understand the challenges of dealing with insurance companies, but with our experienced team of personal injury lawyers, you do not have to face them alone.
With over 750 years of combined legal experience, a team of 30+ attorneys, and substantial results for clients across Ohio, including many successful outcomes right here in Akron, we are prepared to help you, no matter the severity of your injuries.
“KNR was outstanding. They listened, understood, and handled everything. I’m grateful for their support.” – John P.
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What Makes KNR Special?
Since our inception in 2005, Kisling, Nestico & Redick has been dedicated to helping personal injury victims fight for the compensation they deserve after an accident affects their way of life. We have helped more than 10,000 people, and we’re ready to keep fighting for Ohioans and anyone who deserves compensation for their personal injury claims.
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With everything you are already dealing with, the idea of going through a lengthy legal process can be intimidating. Our Akron motorcycle lawyers are conveniently located at West Market Street near Summit Mall.
Let KNR guide you through every step of your motorcycle accident claim. We will ensure that you understand your options and every possibility is explored to get you full and fair compensation.
KNR has a long track record of helping people across Summit County after motorcycle accidents to get compensation for their long-term needs. For example, KNR represented a husband and wife who suffered multiple injuries after they were struck on a motorcycle while stopped at a red light. We ultimately recovered a $650,000 settlement to help them recover.
The value of a motorcycle accident claim in Akron depends on factors like the severity of your injuries, medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress. Our Akron motorcycle accident attorneys can evaluate your case and help you understand your potential compensation.
While you can handle a claim on your own, working with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer in Akron increases your chances of recovering maximum compensation, especially when there are disputes about fault or serious injuries.
According to Ohio’s statute of limitations, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a motorcycle injury claim. Acting quickly is crucial to preserve important evidence and build a strong case.
Even if the other driver blames you, Ohio’s comparative fault law allows you to recover damages as long as you are less than 51% responsible for the accident. Our Akron motorcycle accident lawyers can gather evidence to demonstrate the other driver’s negligence and strengthen your case.
Ohio does not require helmets for riders 18 and older who are past their first year of licensing, but not wearing a helmet could impact your case if you suffered head injuries. However, you can still recover compensation for other injuries if the crash was caused by another driver’s negligence.
No. Ohio does not allow a motorcycle to ride between lanes of stopped or moving traffic. If you were hit while lane splitting, expect the insurer to argue you share fault, which under Ohio’s comparative fault rule can reduce or bar your recovery. If you were in your lane and the insurer says otherwise, the point of impact and witness statements usually settle it.
Avoid admitting fault, speaking to insurance companies without legal advice, or posting about the accident on social media. These actions can be used against you and lower your chances of receiving fair compensation.
Most motorcycle accident attorneys, including KNR in Akron, work on a contingency fee basis. This means you do not pay any upfront costs, and the attorney’s fee is a percentage of your settlement or court award. If we do not win, you do not pay.
Call (330) 869-9007 or 1-800-HURT-NOW for a free consultation. There is no fee unless we win.
