With congested roads, distracted drivers, and unpredictable weather, motorcyclists in Orlando face heightened risks every time they ride.
When a crash occurs, the aftermath can be devastating – from serious physical injuries to long-term financial strain. At The Martindale Law Group, our experienced motorcycle accident lawyers are here to help you recover and pursue the compensation you deserve.
We have over 50 years of combined legal experience fighting for injured riders across Florida. We’ve recovered millions for our clients with personal, compassionate attention while aggressively pursuing the maximum compensation you deserve.
Motorcycle crashes can leave riders with catastrophic injuries, medical bills, and lifelong effects. The motorcycle accident lawyers at Martindale Law Group make sure your story is heard and that the full cost of your losses is accounted for.
With over 50 years of combined experience in Florida personal injury law, our team has the skills, resources, and local insight to take on even the toughest motorcycle accident cases. We’ve recovered millions for injured riders and their families, and we prepare every claim as if it will go to trial.
What you can expect when you work with us:
We know how to build a strong case that reflects the true impact of your injuries and losses.
Motorcycle accidents often lead to far more serious injuries than typical car crashes. Without the protection of airbags, seat belts, or a vehicle frame, motorcyclists are vulnerable to direct impacts with other vehicles, the road, and surrounding hazards.
Unfortunately, insurance companies frequently try to shift the blame onto motorcyclists. They’ll often claim you were speeding, weaving through traffic, or taking unnecessary risks.
Our motorcycle injury lawyers are well-versed in these tactics and know how to fight back. We build strong cases using hard evidence, expert testimony, and a deep understanding of Florida motorcycle law.
With years of experience handling motorcycle accident claims, we provide legal support tailored to protect the rights of motorcyclists.
Motorcycle accidents in Florida can result from a variety of factors. Identifying the specific cause helps an experienced motorcycle accident attorney establish negligence and build a stronger, more effective claim on your behalf.
The most frequent causes of motorcycle accidents we represent are:
Drivers often make left turns across a motorcyclist’s lane without properly yielding, leading to serious collisions. These accidents frequently occur at intersections and leave riders with little time to react.
Motorcycles are smaller and harder to see, making blind spot negligence especially dangerous during lane changes. A simple failure to look can result in sideswipes or forced evasive maneuvers.
Excessive speed reduces reaction time and increases the severity of impact in a crash. Aggressive behaviors like tailgating or weaving through traffic further endanger motorcyclists.
Actions like texting, eating, or adjusting controls take a driver’s focus off the road. This significantly increases the risk of a serious collision with motorcyclists, which can have life-altering consequences.
Irregularities in the road, such as potholes or debris, may be minor for cars but can be deadly for motorcycles due to their reduced stability. Riders may lose control or be forced into dangerous evasive actions.
Impaired drivers pose a significant risk to motorcyclists, who have little protection in the event of a collision. Alcohol or drug impairment drastically reduces judgment and reaction time, increasing the likelihood of a crash. Our motorcycle accident lawyers in Orlando are prepared to fight for the compensation you deserve, no matter how the accident happened.
The moments after a motorcycle accident are critical for your health and your case. Following these steps can protect your safety and strengthen your claim:
Move to a safe location if possible and call 911. Even if you feel fine, seek medical attention.
Florida law requires you to report accidents involving injury, death, or significant property damage.
Take photos of the scene, your injuries, the other vehicle, and your helmet’s condition. Collect witness names and contact information.
Avoid making statements that could be used against you.
The sooner we start, the better we can preserve evidence and secure witness testimony.
If your crash involved a commercial truck or rideshare driver, our firm also handles semi-truck accidents and rideshare accidents, ensuring every liable party is held accountable.
Building a successful motorcycle accident case requires strategy, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of how insurers and courts operate. That’s why we prepare every case as if it will go to trial. This approach often leads to better settlement offers, because insurance companies know we’re not afraid to take the fight to court.
Here’s how we build a solid case:
Each step is designed to strengthen your claim, support your recovery, and give you the best possible chance at full and fair compensation
Every motorcycle accident case is unique, but Florida law allows injured riders to recover several types of damages. Our dedicated motorcycle accident lawyers in Orlando help you identify and claim all available compensation.
Here’s how we help you recover:
Covers hospital stays, surgery, rehabilitation, prescriptions, assistive devices, and long-term care costs.
Includes wages you’ve already lost and the impact on your future ability to work.
Compensation for physical pain, PTSD, anxiety, and loss of enjoyment of life.
Pays to fix or replace your bike, protective gear, and personal items damaged in the crash.
Losing a loved one in a motorcycle accident is heartbreaking and life-changing. In these tragic cases, families may be entitled to recover funeral expenses, loss of financial support, and compensation for their emotional suffering.
If your loved one was the victim of a hit-and-run, our dedicated hit-and-run accident team will work to identify the responsible driver and hold them accountable, so you don’t have to face this alone.
Knowing Florida’s motorcycle laws can help your case after an accident. These rules affect how your claim is handled and the compensation you receive. Things like helmet laws, who’s at fault, and deadlines for filing claims all matter.
Our experienced motorcycle accident attorneys know these laws inside and out and will use that knowledge to protect your rights and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Under Florida Statute §316.211, helmets are mandatory only for riders and passengers under age 21. Riders 21 or older may ride without a helmet if they carry at least $10,000 in medical benefits coverage. While riding without a helmet is legal in certain cases, it can still impact your injury claim if the defense argues that it contributed to your injuries.
Florida follows a modified comparative negligence system. If you are found partially at fault for your accident, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you’re awarded $100,000 but found 20% at fault, you receive $80,000.
In Florida, most motorcycle accident injury claims must be filed within two years of the crash. Missing this deadline can result in losing your right to recover damages. Wrongful death claims also have a two-year limit.
Motorcycle accident claims require focused legal experience and a motorcycle accident law firm that understands the unique challenges riders face. At The Martindale Law Group, we provide strategic, results-driven representation tailored to the needs of injured motorcyclists.
Here’s what you can expect from our team:
Over 50 years of combined practice in Florida personal injury law
Millions recovered for injury victims throughout the state
Familiarity with Orlando’s roads, accident hotspots, and how local insurers operate
We provide one-on-one attention and clear communication throughout your case.
You pay nothing unless we secure compensation for you.
From day one, we prepare every case with trial in mind, giving your claim the strength it needs to succeed in or out of court.
If you’ve been hurt in a motorcycle accident, it’s important to have the right support on your side.
At The Martindale Law Group, we know how stressful and confusing this time can be. That’s why we’re dedicated to guiding you through every step with compassionate care and strong legal advocacy focused on your full recovery.
Reach out today to see how we can help you move forward.
You generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury claim under the Florida Statute of Limitations.
Yes, but the defense may argue that not wearing a helmet contributed to your injuries, which could affect the compensation you receive.
It depends on your policy and the extent of your injuries. Many cases require pursuing the at-fault driver’s insurance for full compensation.
You may still have options through your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. In hit-and-run cases, quick action is essential to locate the driver.
Any speed can be fatal depending on the circumstances, but higher speeds greatly increase the risk of severe or fatal injury.
