$44.7 M
Motorcycle Accident
$6 M
Verdict Settlements
$2.99 M
Motorcycle Accident
$1.2 M
Dangerous Roads
Millions
Recovered for
Our Clients
Note: Like every person, each case is unique. Prior case results should not create expectations of an outcome in any individual case.
Seattle Motorcycle Accident Attorney
We Fight for Riders. We Have the Results to Prove It.
A motorcycle crash can change your life in seconds. Medical bills arrive before injuries heal, income stops, and the insurance company starts working to limit what it pays out. A Seattle motorcycle accident attorney at Stritmatter Law can stand between you and that process. We have represented injured riders across Washington for decades, taking on insurers, corporate defendants, and government agencies. Our results speak for themselves. If you were hurt on a Washington road, we want to hear from you.
Why Injured Riders Choose Stritmatter Law
Record-setting results. We secured a $44.7 million verdict in Simon v. Holguin, one of the largest motorcycle accident recoveries in Washington history.
Road defect expertise. Potholes, pavement drop-offs, loose gravel, and inadequate warning signs cause motorcycle crashes in ways that make government agencies and contractors liable. We have built and won these dangerous road cases at the highest level.
A deep expert bench. Our cases are built with accident reconstructionists, highway engineers, human factors specialists, and medical professionals. At trial, those voices make the difference.
80 years in Washington courts. Stritmatter Law has represented injured people since 1945. Our attorneys are members of the American College of Trial Lawyers, ABOTA, and WSAJ. Insurance companies know what that means.
Statewide representation. We serve injured riders statewide from offices in Seattle, Hoquiam, and Spokane.
What Causes Motorcycle Accidents in Washington?
Motorcycles are vulnerable in ways that cars are not. Riders have no protective shell, and hazards that a car driver barely notices can be catastrophic on two wheels. The causes we see most often:
Left-turn collisions occur when a driver fails to yield before turning across a motorcyclist’s path. It is one of the deadliest types of accidents on Washington roads. Inattentive drivers who do not check blind spots before changing lanes are another constant danger, as are rear-end collisions at intersections and stoplights.
Road defects require special attention. Washington’s weather batters roads. Potholes, uneven pavement edges, sudden gravel patches, and poorly marked construction zones can destabilize a motorcycle instantly. When a public road is the cause, the government agency responsible for maintaining it may bear liability under Washington’s government liability framework. These cases come with deadlines and procedural requirements that make early legal contact critical.
Defective motorcycle parts — faulty brakes, tire failures, defective helmets — shift responsibility to manufacturers. We handle product liability claims as part of comprehensive motorcycle accident representation.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
A successful motorcycle accident claim may cover:
- Past and future medical expenses, including surgery, hospitalization, rehabilitation, and long-term care
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity if your injuries affect your ability to work
- Pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life
- Disability and disfigurement
- Property damage to your motorcycle, helmet, and riding gear
- Wrongful death damages for surviving family members
- The value of your claim depends on the specific facts, the severity of your injuries, and the strength of the evidence.
Contact Stritmatter Law for a Free Case Evaluation
We will review the facts, provide a clear assessment of where things stand, and outline your options. Contact us to get started. There are no fees unless we recover for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still recover compensation if I was partially at fault for the motorcycle accident?
Yes. Washington follows a pure comparative fault rule under RCW § 4.22.005. Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault, but you are not disqualified from compensation even when you share responsibility. If a jury finds you 20% at fault and awards $500,000, you recover $400,000.
What is the deadline to file a motorcycle accident lawsuit in Washington?
Generally, three years from the date of the accident under RCW § 4.16.080. Cases involving government defendants have separate notice deadlinest. Missing either deadline can permanently bar your claim.
What if a road defect caused my motorcycle accident?
Road defect cases are among the most complex in personal injury law, but they are also some of our strongest. When a pothole, pavement edge drop-off, loose gravel, or inadequate sign caused your crash, the government agency responsible for that road may be liable. We have handled these cases extensively and work with highway engineering experts to investigate and prove them.
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