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Here, the Vancouver motorcycle accident lawyers of Warnett Hallen […]","datePublished":"2021-11-04","dateModified":"2025-02-12","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/author\/warnetthallen\/#Person","name":"Warnett Hallen LLP","url":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/author\/warnetthallen\/","identifier":8,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/05de9a8db316c941221d843d580903732966b9f3f8c338734c57a8535aba495e?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/05de9a8db316c941221d843d580903732966b9f3f8c338734c57a8535aba495e?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Warnett Hallen LLP","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/logo.png","url":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/logo.png","width":406,"height":65}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/What-Should-You-Do-After-a-Motorcycle-Accident.jpg","url":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/What-Should-You-Do-After-a-Motorcycle-Accident.jpg","height":600,"width":800},"url":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/what-should-you-do-after-a-motorcycle-accident\/","about":["Motorcycle Accidents"],"wordCount":571,"articleBody":"No rider is ever truly prepared for the terror of a motorcycle accident. If you suffered injuries in a crash caused by someone else\u2019s negligence in British Columbia, it\u2019s crucial to know what to do to protect your health and your right to seek fair compensation.Here, the Vancouver motorcycle accident lawyers of Warnett Hallen LLP offer tips on what you should do after a collision.Check for injuries and call 911 \u2014 Motorcycle accidents frequently cause severe injuries, especially if a motorcyclist or passenger is thrown from the bike. If you\u2019re involved in an accident, check everyone for injuries and call 911 right away. This will bring medical personnel and the police to the accident scene, where an investigation can begin.Do not remove your helmet or gear \u2014 Head trauma is one of the most common types of injuries in motorcycle accidents, so don\u2019t remove your helmet after a crash. Otherwise, you might risk exacerbating the injury. Keep your other protective gear on as well, as moving too much or trying to remove clothing near the site of a major injury could worsen your condition.Gather evidence \u2014 If you\u2019re able, collect evidence from the crash site. Get the other driver\u2019s name, insurance information, and the names of any witnesses. Take pictures of your injuries, the damage to any vehicles involved, and the accident scene. All of this information can help your motorcycle accident lawyer tell the story of what happened when you seek compensation.See a doctor \u2014 If you don\u2019t require immediate medical treatment, schedule an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible. You need to rule out any internal or undetected injuries.Meet with a motorcycle accident lawyer \u2014 ICBC will need to be notified of the accident so you can initiate a claim, but get in touch with a lawyer first if possible. If you must report the motorcycle accident due to notification deadlines, keep the report straight and simple. Don\u2019t talk to representatives until you\u2019ve had time to speak to a lawyer.Follow all medical advice \u2014 Failing to follow your doctor\u2019s orders can end up costing you compensation for your injuries. If you\u2019re not happy with the treatment you\u2019re getting, you can see another doctor, but don\u2019t stop your existing treatment.Document your losses \u2014 To recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other economic losses in a motorcycle accident, you need proof. Keeping all your medical bills and related documents makes it much easier to substantiate your claim.Stay off social media \u2014 Anything you say or post on social media could end up coming back to haunt you, so your best bet is not to keep quiet while your case is pending.Contact an Experienced Motorcycle Accident LawyerThe Vancouver injury lawyers at Warnett Hallen LLP have decades of combined litigation experience that we are ready to put to work for you. If you\u2019ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact our office for a free initial consultation.*Since May 1, 2021, British Columbia operates under a no-fault insurance system for motor vehicle accidents. Under this system, compensation for injuries and losses is handled through your own insurance provider (typically ICBC) regardless of who is at fault for the accident. Please note that the information on this page may not apply to your accident if it occurred after May 1, 2021. This disclaimer does not constitute legal advice."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"What Should You Do After a Motorcycle Accident?","item":"https:\/\/warnetthallen.com\/what-should-you-do-after-a-motorcycle-accident\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]