Motorcycle Accidents in Asheville NC
Asheville Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
Among all road accidents, motorcycle accidents are the most precarious. This is because the rider is not protected by the steel frame or airbags, and neither is he restrained by a seat belt.
If you have been involved in a NC Motorcycle accident, you might have a lot of questions about what your rights and options are.
Questions like “How many fatal motorcycle accidents occur in the North Carolina each year”, “What are the leading causes of motorcycle accidents?” and “What should I do after being involved in a motorcycle accident?”.
North Carolina Motorcycle Accidents Stats
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Crash statistics indicate that 186 people died from North Carolina motorcycle accidents in 2015. This was up from 150 deaths in 2014 and 147 in 2013.
- In 2016, there were 152 deaths from motorcycle wrecks in the NC area. In 2017 that number thankfully went down to 141.
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According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, a motorcycle rider is 28 times more likely to die in an accident than a person involved in a car accident.
Lakota R. Denton is an Asheville, NC personal injury trial attorney who focuses on recovering for people injured in motor vehicle accidents, including motorcycle wrecks in Asheville, North Carolina.
Lakota was awarded the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers, the 2014 Top 40 Lawyers under 40, and the Avvo clients choice award. Lakota gets results and has many reviews from satisfied personal injury clients.
Lakota R. Denton Client Reviews
5 Stars - Based on 174 User Reviews 
Lakota R. Denton Client Reviews
Latest Client Reviews of Lakota R. Denton
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Lakota my former law partner, a colleague, a friend, and an amazing trial lawyer. I have watched Lakota’s practice grow over the years due to his compassionate representation of injured clients and their families and his relentless assault on insurance companies and their defense attorneys. If you want an attorney that is going to fight for you, call Lakota.
James Minick10/27/2019Just want to say that Lakota Denton and his staff are incredible. I left his office feeling like I was just adopted into his family. Very informative and easy to understand, I have a total understanding of how he handles cases from the short talk I had with him. I would recommend Lakota and his staff to anyone injured in an accident. If I could give 20 stars it would not be enough. Very happy with this Lawyer.
No Name5/24/2019 -
I was a passenger in a car that was involved in an accident. The EMS had to transport me to the hospital where I went through many exams and tests. I had Mr. Denton handle my case, and he did a superb job on handling all that was involved in settling the case. I would never have been able to do all that was required had I not sought out Mr. Denton's help. He knew how to handle it all proficiently, and he settled the case to my satisfaction. You can trust this attorney to do the work for you, and you will be quite satisfied with the results. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking all the stress/frustration off my shoulders and doing such a great job!!
Constance Brock2/28/2019I highly recommend Lakota and his team. They are professional, personable and persistent. Absolutely would recommend.
Mark Giberson2/25/2019 -
Lakota is incredibly thorough and generous in the time and energy he gives those he's working with. I highly recommend him.
Kate Davis1/27/2019he is a great attorney who worked hard to advocate for my rights
Dov Shoneman1/27/2019 -
Excellent representaion. Experienced, articulate, thorough, and determined.
Adam Matar1/27/2019Lakota was so informative and helpful. Thank you so much for all you've done!
Elecia N1/27/2019 -
Lakota is personable and dedicated. You can trust him to truly hear your story and do his very best in offering support.
Jaydee Sedmak1/26/2019Lakota was so easy to work with. He is experienced and knowledgeable. He knew exactly what to do and when to do it and kept me aware of all the moving parts. I learned a great deal working with him and will not hesitate to use his services in the future.
Katerina Leeger1/23/2019
How Many Motorcycle Accidents Occur Annually in North Carolina?
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There were 3,952 motorcycle accidents in North Carolina in 2014. Of these, 3,241 resulted in injuries
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Approximately 38 percent of motorcycle drivers and 47 percent of passengers killed in fatal motorcycle accidents in 2015 nationwide were not wearing helmets.
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YET in states with universal helmet laws (including North Carolina), only 8 % of riders killed in motorcycle accidents were not wearing helmets.
The stats from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) from 2018 shows that in 2016, there were 152 deaths from motorcycle wrecks in the NC area. In 2017 that number thankfully went down to 141, a 7.7% decrease.
Leading Causes of Asheville NC Motorcycle Accidents
A number of motorcycle accidents are caused by the rider’s careless or negligent driving. However, the larger percentage are as a result of other road users.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents Include:
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Left turns
Left-hand turn accidents can happen when a car driver fails to see the motorcycle’s signal to turn left. A car can also ram into a motorcycle when making a left turn if the latter was in the driver’s blind spot.
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Reckless or distracted driving
Reckless driving including over speeding leading cause in all auto accidents. Reckless driving reduces the rider’s ability to react to the actions of other road users in order to prevent an accident. In most cases, the severity of the accident depends on how fast you were driving.
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Impaired driving
It is not uncommon for motorcycle riders to ride under the influence of illegal drugs, alcohol, prescription drugs, and so on. These not only affect the rider’s ability to maneuver the motorcycle but also impair their ability to think clearly.
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Dangerous road conditions
These could include such things as loose gravel, uneven or slippery surfaces, potholes, and debris on the road have also been known to cause severe motorcycle accidents. A motorcycle is less stable and, therefore, more susceptible to accidents due to hazardous road conditions compared to other vehicles.
Accidents could also happen if you drove a faulty motorcycle or if while riding, a person suddenly opens the door of their parked car.
What to do After a Motorcycle Accident?
Knowing exactly what to do after a motorcycle accident will help you quickly handle the situation and regain control of your life.
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Seek medical attention – you should do this even if you are experiencing little or no pain.
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Take photos of the accident scene – if you are able to and if the scene is safe, take several photos from various angles. After this, make sure you move the motorbike off the road as leaving it there makes it dangerous for other road users.
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Collect the necessary documents – these could include your insurance policy as well as that of any other party involved. If the police were called to the scene, obtain the police report.
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Call your insurer – the insurer might ask about the extent of your injuries or the bike’s damage. Insist that you will submit such after visiting a physician or taking the motorcycle to a professional mechanic.
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Seek the services of personal injury lawyer – an attorney will help you get compensated if the other party was at fault. Most all personal injury lawyers will offer a free consultation. It makes sense to at least to a lawyer to see what your options are after the accident.
Find a Top Asheville Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
A motorcycle accident can be devastating, which is why you should involve an experienced Asheville Motorcycle accident lawyer like Lakota Denton. The firm offers a free consultation. After the free consultation, we will advise whether you have the necessary grounds for a case and if you do, help you recover fair compensation.
Talk with a personal injury lawyer who focuses on motorcycle accident law in the Buncombe County area of North Carolina.
Latest Personal Injury Client Reviews
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Lakota and his team have been great to work with. His office is always responsive, professional, and friendly. It's refreshing to collaborate with other professionals that care to help our clients achieve their goals. We appreciate how helpful he is to clients whether they hire him or not.
Christopher Taylor8/26/2020I would like to thank Lakota and his team for the amazing job they do!! I never felt like I was just another client . I would recommend Lakota Denton office to anyone!! Thanks again to Lakota and his team !! They're all amazing people .
Tyshae Lytle7/27/2020I highly recommend Lakota Denton! He has been such a huge help, he kept me posted about my case, offered amazing advice while listening to my concerns and was beyond effective, especially considering I hired him shortly before the Covid 19 Pandemic started. I could not have made a better choice. I'm so relieved we were able to reach a settlement in an accident where the driver crossed the center line & hit me, sending me into oncoming traffic, finally coming to a stop only inches from the parkway bridge. She had no insurance, and no license. And I was certainly not the only one she'd done this to, not only did she hit the car behind me as well, she'd been in trouble numerous times for the same reason. I originally reached out to a different lawyer but was told that my case was not worth the time. I was very disappointed, I actually didn't look for another lawyer for over 2 years, until the statute of limitations was expiring. Lakota assured me that we had time, and that he could definitely help me. If you need an attorney in Asheville, or WNC there's no better choice.
Ginny Ray6/24/2020 -
Lakota Denton is a champion for the people. He worked with me on a car accident case and won the maximum settlement. He has a strong reputation as an experienced trial lawyer so insurance companies know he doesn't mess around. Lakota is aware of loop holes and special amendments within the law to provide the best service possible and leaves no stone unturned. Every question I had (no matter how redundant or silly) he was glad to explain to me. Apart from his technical knowledge, he is very kind and warmhearted. Stepping into his office is like being invited into his home. I would 110% recommend him, and after discussing the settlement, I wanted to run down the street and tell every single person I saw about him.
Chalkley Matlack4/16/2020Absolutely the best attorney in the area, long story short I was involved in a motorcycle accident where the individual at fault had very little insurance and my property damage and personal injury costs were substantial. Lakota was extremely professional and genuinely helped in every way he could. Very good at communication, he kept me informed the entire time going on 7 months. Without him this mess could have been a catastrophe. I rate him 5 stars because that's the highest I could rate, he and his staff deserve an even better rating than that. I highly recommend him!
Tj Stephens3/04/2020He is a great help and amazing attorney. I definitely recommend him.
Michelle McCann3/03/2020 -
Lakota my former law partner, a colleague, a friend, and an amazing trial lawyer. I have watched Lakota’s practice grow over the years due to his compassionate representation of injured clients and their families and his relentless assault on insurance companies and their defense attorneys. If you want an attorney that is going to fight for you, call Lakota.
James Minick10/27/2019Lakota is a trial lawyer. If you want an attorney that is going to fight for you, call Lakota.
James Minick10/26/2019Just want to say that Lakota Denton and his staff are incredible. I left his office feeling like I was just adopted into his family. Very informative and easy to understand, I have a total understanding of how he handles cases from the short talk I had with him. I would recommend Lakota and his staff to anyone injured in an accident. If I could give 20 stars it would not be enough. Very happy with this Lawyer.
No Name5/24/2019 -
I was a passenger in a car that was involved in an accident. The EMS had to transport me to the hospital where I went through many exams and tests. I had Mr. Denton handle my case, and he did a superb job on handling all that was involved in settling the case. I would never have been able to do all that was required had I not sought out Mr. Denton's help. He knew how to handle it all proficiently, and he settled the case to my satisfaction. You can trust this attorney to do the work for you, and you will be quite satisfied with the results. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking all the stress/frustration off my shoulders and doing such a great job!!
Constance Brock2/28/2019I highly recommend Lakota and Jenny's legal services!
Amy Smith2/27/2019I highly recommend Lakota and his team. They are professional, personable and persistent. Absolutely would recommend.
Mark Giberson2/25/2019
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