How much does it cost to hire a Newport Beach motorcycle accident lawyer

At Bentley & More LLP, we work on a contingency fee basis. That means you don't pay upfront. Instead, our fee comes out of the money recovered in your case. If there's no recovery, you owe nothing for legal fees. We also offer free consultations, so there's no cost to find out if you have a case.

What should I bring to my first meeting with the attorney

Bring anything related to the crash. That might include your insurance information, police reports, photos of the scene or your injuries, medical bills, and repair estimates. If you have contact information for witnesses, that helps too. But don't worry-if you don't have everything right away, we'll guide you through what's needed.

How long will my motorcycle accident case take

Every case is different. Some settle in a few months, while others take longer, especially if they go to trial. Factors like how clear the fault is, how severe your injuries are, and how the insurance company responds all affect the timeline. A Newport Beach motorcycle accident attorney will keep you updated every step of the way.

What if the insurance company says I was partly at fault

That's common, especially in motorcycle cases. California uses a comparative fault system, so even if you're partly responsible, you may still recover compensation. Your percentage of fault might just reduce the amount. We push back against unfair blame and work to show the full picture of what really happened.

Can I still file a claim if I wasn't wearing a motorcycle helmet

Yes. While California law requires most riders to wear helmets, not wearing one doesn't automatically block your claim. It might affect certain parts of your case, especially if you suffered a head injury. But you may still recover compensation for other damages. Let a Newport Beach motorcycle accident lawyer review the details and explain your options.

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Newport Beach Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Name: Newport Beach Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
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Description: Motorcycle Accident Attorney in Newport Beach, CA When the Insurance Company Blames the Rider First Dealing with injuries, medical bills, and bike repairs after a crash is difficult enough without having to defend your actions. Unfortunately, insurance adjusters might try to shift fault onto motorcycle riders, questioning speed, lane positioning, or gear choices to reduce

Motorcycle Accident Attorney in Newport Beach, CA

When the Insurance Company Blames the Rider First

Dealing with injuries, medical bills, and bike repairs after a crash is difficult enough without having to defend your actions. Unfortunately, insurance adjusters might try to shift fault onto motorcycle riders, questioning speed, lane positioning, or gear choices to reduce what they have to pay out.

At Bentley & More LLP, our Newport Beach motorcycle accident legal team knows these tactics well. Co-founders Gregory L. Bentley and Keith P. More each bring over three decades of Orange County courtroom experience, with over $735 million recovered for clients across personal injury, workers’ compensation, and insurance bad faith cases. We collect the evidence needed to push back against unfair bias and establish what actually happened on the road.

If an insurer is trying to blame you for a crash caused by another driver, reach out to our team. We are ready to evaluate your case and help you seek fair compensation.

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Why Insurance Companies Fight Newport Beach Motorcycle Claims Harder

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Motorcycle crashes carry a bias most car accidents never face. Adjusters know jurors sometimes assume riders are reckless, so they lean on that assumption instead of the facts. They will ask about your speed, your gear, and whether you were splitting lanes, even though lane splitting is legal statewide under Vehicle Code Section 21658.1.

The injuries are rarely small, either. Riders hit along corridors like Pacific Coast Highway and MacArthur Boulevard often end up with road rash that needs surgery, traumatic brain injuries, or fractures that require hardware and months of rehabilitation.

A Newport Beach motorcycle accident attorney who understands both the medicine and the bias is the difference between a lowball offer and a settlement that actually covers what you lost.

Newport Beach Motorcycle Accident Lawyer FAQs

Q: Does lane splitting mean the accident was my fault?

A: Not by itself. Vehicle Code Section 21658.1 makes lane splitting legal throughout California, so an insurer cannot deny your claim on that basis alone. Fault still depends on what each driver actually did, and that is what we prove.

Q: Should I accept a settlement offer before talking to a lawyer?

A: Not without review. Early offers from an insurance company are almost always lower than what your injuries are actually worth, and accepting one closes your claim for good. Let us evaluate it first, at no cost to you.

Q: How long does a Newport Beach motorcycle accident case take to resolve?

A: Most cases settle within a few months once your treatment is complete, though contested fault or a catastrophic injury can take longer. We keep you updated at every step so you are never left wondering where things stand.

Q: Where would my case be filed if the crash happened in Newport Beach?

A: Most Orange County personal injury lawsuits, including motorcycle claims from Newport Beach, are filed at the Central Justice Center in Santa Ana. We handle every filing and deadline so you do not have to track the court process yourself.

Reach out and we will walk you through exactly what your case needs next.

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Talk to a Newport Beach Motorcycle Accident Attorney Today

You do not have to fight the insurance company’s version of events alone. Contact Bentley & More LLP today for a free consultation, and let a Newport Beach motorcycle accident lawyer start building the case that seeks the compensation you deserve for what actually happened.

Bentley & More, LLP – Newport Beach Office

4931 Birch Street
Newport Beach, CA 92660
P: (949) 870-3800

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Bentley & More was the third personal injury law firm to review my stepsons tragic motorcycle accident and I thank God they did because they saw and found the facts the first two law firms didn’t to prove the accident wasn’t my stepsons fault. Greg Bentley, Farnaz Salessi, Steven Schuetze, and the incredible team at Bentley & More went the extra distance to settle this case before it went to trial. They spent thousands of hours pulling all the facts they could find and they kept our family abreast of the situation. They are the finest personal injury trial lawyers we could have ever dreamt of meeting and they fought tooth and nail to get my stepson and his wife an amazing settlement. A settlement that will provide the funds necessary for my stepson to continue his therapies and recovery for the rest of his life. – Don Christy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐