After calling 911, there are two phone calls you may need to eventually make after your accident. The first call is with your insurance company to set up a claim. There are actually two claims that you’ll probably want to set up. The first is for property damage—which is how your motorcycle has been damaged as a result of the accident; or your personal property or items on your motorcycle that were damaged.
The second part of the claim is called bodily injury. This is how you’ve been injured and what your medical bills are.
It’s important to note that when you call your insurance company to set up the claim you distinctly tell them two different claims are being set up—property damage and bodily injury.
We recommend that your second call should be to an experienced motorcycle accident attorney. If you give Mann Wyatt Tanksley a call, we’ll review your potential case and walk you through your legal options, getting you steered in the right direction. This consultation is free.
Our Clients’ View of Our Work
For over two decades, the skilled team at Mann Wyatt Tanksley has been staying up to date on motorcycle laws in Kansas.
Our attorneys have more than 50 years of combined legal experience handling complex motorcycle accident claims. From this experience, there have been many injury victims we’ve served who have kindly shared sentiments on our work for them:
Amber L. “After a long and frustrating fight with the insurance company, I decided to take my injury case to Mann, Wyatt, Tanksley. The team was empathetic, patient, professional, and knowledgeable. They were highly responsive to my needs and desired outcomes. The team worked tirelessly to add value to my case, all while giving me peace of mind. No need to continue your search -bring your case to these incredible attorneys!”
Todd S. “If you have been in an accident. Don’t make the mistake of thinking the insurance company has your best interest in mind. Mike was very compassionate and took great care to listen and understand my specific situation. His knowledge and experience in handling my case was exceptional.”
Donna B. “I have only had one case - but I was very happy with the end result. I appreciate how this firm presents itself and was so happy with Mike Wyatt - I referred him to a friend that needed representation. I feel this firm stands with integrity and no one can ask for more.”
Client Success Stories
The best motorcycle and car accident attorneys strive to deliver great results. Here are some of the cases we’ve seen from start to finish with our firm.
Amanda’s injuries amounted to a concussion and bruising on her ribs and knee. Her offer from the insurance company would have only paid 27% of her medical bills. These injuries racked up nearly $30,000 in medical. After 17 months, her case settled for $94,500.
Face lacerations and a number of other injuries amounted to nearly $10,000 in medical bills for Chuck. He partnered with our firm and settled three months later for $60,000.
Zach was in a bad accident in 2023. He suffered whiplash and a concussion. This led to over $3,000 in medical bills. After partnering with Mann Wyatt Tanksley, Zach’s case settled in 140 days for $50,000.
Whiplash, a concussion, and neck pain left Jeff with $81,087.90 in medical bills. Twenty-one months after Jeff partnered with Mann Wyatt Tanksley, his case settled for $300,000.
Why Are Motorcycle Accident Cases More Complicated?
Motorcycle accident cases tend to be more complex than a typical crash involving two passenger cars.
First, motorcycle riders are completely exposed in a collision with another vehicle. They’re vulnerable to objects and the ground when thrown from their bike in a crash. The force of these impacts can be devastating. A seriously injured rider may still be undergoing treatment when his or her claim reaches settlement negotiations or goes to trial. This means that any compensation will need to include a reasonable estimation of future damages.
Second, motorcycle accidents can give rise to disputes over liability. Unfortunately, some drivers or their insurance companies may try to deny fault after a motorcycle accident. They may claim that the rider was speeding or acting recklessly (such as weaving through traffic) and therefore contributed to or caused their own accident. Our motorcycle accident attorneys know the tactics that insurance companies use to shift blame in these cases.
We recommend that you act quickly to contact a motorcycle attorney near you. There’s a time limit to file a lawsuit after the date of the injury in the state of Kansas. If you have a legitimate case and you’re outside of the time frame, your case is considered permanently dismissed. Give us a no-obligations call today to see if we can add value to your potential case.
Disclaimer: Even with diligent and zealous representation, not all cases can be won. Every case is different and results are based on specific factual and legal circumstances, and similar results may not be obtained in your case. Our past performance is no guarantee of future results.