Columbus Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Motorcycle accidents on Ohio roads often result in severe consequences, such as life-altering injuries, lifelong medical expenses, and even death. Because bikers don’t have the protective shield of a traditional vehicle around them, they can be easily thrown off their vehicle and sustain serious injuries, including road rash, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, and more.
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Mark S. Gervelis, Esq.
Last Updated:
- September 20, 2024
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Why Should I Trust Gervelis Law Firm with My Motorcycle Accident Case in Columbus?
- Our Columbus Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
- How Does the Insurance Claims Process Work for Motorcycle Accidents in Columbus?
- Why Should I Trust the Motorcycle Accident Attorneys at Gervelis Law Firm?
- How Long Do I Have to File a Motorcycle Accident Claim in Columbus?
- What If I Wasn’t Wearing a Motorcycle Helmet During the Accident?
- What Compensation Can I Receive for a Columbus Motorcycle Accident Case?
- Contact Gervelis Law Firm Today
After being involved in a serious accident in Columbus, you may sustain disabling injuries with mounting medical bills and may not know where to turn. Hiring a motorcycle accident attorney from the Gervelis Law Firm to represent you in your pursuit of justice can speed up the claims process and maximize your compensation. Our Columbus personal injury law firm office is centrally located on Dublin Road, and our motorcycle accident attorneys are ready to help.
Why Should I Trust Gervelis Law Firm with My Motorcycle Accident Case in Columbus?
For nearly 25 years, Gervelis Law Firm has been successfully fighting for the rights of injured Ohioans. Our attorneys have a proven track record of success and deep experience handling motorcycle accident cases. Over the years, we’ve won millions of dollars in settlements for their clients, including the following notable results in motorcycle accident cases:
- $3,499,000 recovered for the family of a motorcyclist who became entangled in wires as a cable company was installing cables across a two-lane roadway with no warning signs. The motorcyclist hit the wires at 35 miles per hour and sustained fatal injuries.
- $1,000,000 recovered for a motorcyclist who was hit by a car and ejected from his bike on impact, causing fractures that required multiple surgeries. The motorcyclist was struck in an intersection when an oncoming driver turned left into this path.
- $500,000 recovered for the family of a motorcyclist who was traveling in a residential neighborhood when an appliance delivery truck pulled in front of him. The motorcyclist sustained fatal injuries as a result of the accident.
Our Columbus Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
Mark S. Gervelis
Firm founder Mark S. Gervelis is certified in trial advocacy by the National Board of Legal Specialty Certification. He has been practicing law in Ohio since 1976 and has been recognized by Super Lawyers as one of the top attorneys in Ohio from 2007 through 2012 and from 2014 through 2016. Mark’s areas of expertise include plaintiff personal injury, wrongful death, and product liability law.
David Michael Tschantz
A lifelong Ohio resident, David Michael Tschantz has been practicing civil litigation at Gervelis since 2011. He focuses on representing car, truck, and motorcycle accident victims, including cases involving complex orthopedic injuries, brain injuries, and wrongful death. David attended John Carroll University in Cleveland for undergraduate studies before receiving his law degree from the University of Akron School of Law. He was named a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2014-2016.
Stephanie M. Mehle
Before joining the Gervelis team in 2015, Stephanie M. Mehle received her bachelor’s degree in political science and justice studies from Kent State University and her J.D. from the University of Akron School of Law. She represents people injured in car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, including those with catastrophic injuries.
How Does the Insurance Claims Process Work for Motorcycle Accidents in Columbus?
To succeed in your motorcycle accident claim in Ohio, you must prove that the other party’s negligence caused the crash, which requires that you establish the following four elements:
- Duty: You must show that the party owed you a duty of care. Motorists generally have a legal duty to act reasonably to avoid harming others on the road.
- Breach: You must demonstrate that the other party breached that duty by acting negligently, carelessly, or recklessly.
- Causation: You must prove that the breach caused the accident and your injuries.
- Damages: You must show you sustained compensable damages from the accident.
Because Ohio is an at-fault insurance state, the person who caused your accident is financially responsible for its effect on your life.
However, Ohio has a comparative negligence system, meaning that fault is apportioned among all those to blame for an accident. If an accident victim shares more than 50 percent of the blame for the crash, they can’t recover compensation. If the victim is 50 percent or less at fault, they can recover damages. However, their compensation will be reduced in proportion to their share of the fault.
Why Should I Trust the Motorcycle Accident Attorneys at Gervelis Law Firm?
At Gervelis Law Firm, our Columbus motorcycle accident attorneys are uniquely positioned to provide aggressive, experienced, and effective legal representation. We work tirelessly to earn our clients’ trust by keeping them informed, handling every case with integrity, and adhering to our guiding principle—clients’ needs always come first.
We take your case seriously because we understand how much your case matters to you. We know your case is about more than just money. Therefore, we will shoulder the burden and handle all the legal details so that you can focus on your well-being and recovery from your injuries.
Additionally, we know you are already facing enough stress. You shouldn’t have the added worry of figuring out how to afford top legal representation. Thus, our attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay anything unless we win your case.
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How Long Do I Have to File a Motorcycle Accident Claim in Columbus?
Ohio’s personal injury statute of limitations applies to motorcycle accidents. You generally have two years from the accident date to file a lawsuit. There are some exceptions, but there is no guarantee that one will apply. If you miss the deadline for filing a personal injury claim, you may lose your chance to recover compensation for your damages.
While two years might seem like a long time, don’t wait to consult a lawyer—evidence can disappear, and memories can fade. The sooner you act, the more likely you can build a strong case. A knowledgeable and skilled motorcycle accident lawyer can obtain and preserve critical evidence, protect your rights, and ensure you file your claim on time.
What If I Wasn’t Wearing a Motorcycle Helmet During the Accident?
Ohio law only requires motorcyclists to wear a helmet if they are under age 18, operating their bikes with temporary permits, or within their first year of receiving their motorcycle license. If you’re an adult and weren’t wearing a helmet when your motorcycle accident occurred, you can still pursue a claim under Ohio law.
What Compensation Can I Receive for a Columbus Motorcycle Accident Case?
Because motorcycle accident injuries are often more dangerous and fatal than car accidents, settlement amounts are often higher. You may be able to seek compensation for your economic and non-economic damages, including the following:
- Pain and suffering
- Medical expenses
- Disfigurement
- Disability
- Mental anguish
- Lost income
- Lost earning potential
If the accident was fatal, the deceased’s family members might be entitled to recover damages for loss of comfort, loss of prospective inheritance, reduced income, and funeral and burial costs through a wrongful death claim.
Contact Gervelis Law Firm Today
After being injured in a motorcycle accident, it’s important to start building your case right away. When you’ve been injured, we take action—fast. At Gervelis Law Firm, we’ll send our Rapid Investigation Team to the scene within 24 hours of contact to take photos, locate witnesses, draw accident diagrams, and run crash diagnostics.
Gervelis Law Firm’s experienced Ohio personal injury attorneys work with accident victims every single day. We proudly serve Youngstown, Akron, Toledo, Columbus, Canfield, Warren, and all of Ohio. We know what evidence to look for, what questions to ask, and how to turn that information into a strong legal case.
If you or a loved one have been injured in a motorcycle accident in Columbus, contact Gervelis Law today for a free consultation online or by calling 866-622-4096.
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