Drivers say, ‘I didn’t see the motorcycle.’ We hold them accountable.

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  • We Fight Unfair Blame: We know how to prove the other driver was at fault.
  • Experience with Serious Injuries: We fight for the payment you need to recover.
  • No Fee Unless You Win: You focus on getting better, we focus on your case.
  • We Speak English and Spanish: Our bilingual team is here for your family.
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Houston Motorcycle Accident Lawyer — Fight the Unfair Blame Against Riders

What are my rights as a motorcycle rider after an accident in Houston?

As an injured motorcycle rider in Houston, you have the same legal right to compensation as any other accident victim. You can recover medical bills, lost wages, motorcycle damage, and pain and suffering. The fact that you were on a motorcycle does not reduce your rights. In Texas, you have 2 years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit.

If you were hurt in a motorcycle crash in Houston, the other driver’s insurance company is about to blame you — with or without evidence. Riders don’t have a steel cage protecting them, and when a crash happens, injuries can be life-changing. Attorney Ricardo N. González has spent over 40 years fighting the bias riders face from insurance companies, using hard objective evidence to tell the true story.

In Texas you have only 2 years to file a lawsuit. Traffic cameras and dashcam footage are overwritten within days or weeks — act now before evidence is gone.

Our firm handles all types of serious injury cases. Learn more about our overall approach and the experience that guides us.

How do we handle a motorcycle accident case in Houston?

1

Free consultation
We evaluate whether you have a valid case at no charge and explain all your legal options clearly.

2

Urgent evidence gathering

We request traffic camera recordings (which are deleted quickly), photographs, police reports, and dashcam data before they disappear.

3

We fight the bias
We use objective evidence — vehicle speed, positions, skid marks — to prove the other driver was at fault, not you.

4

Insurance company negotiation
We handle all communication. You never speak with the adjuster unrepresented.

5

Settlement or trial
Most cases resolve without trial. But if we need to go to court, we are ready to fight.

Common Causes of Motorcycle Crashes

Most motorcycle crashes are caused by a driver’s careless actions. We have experience proving fault in wrecks involving:

  • Cars Making Left Turns: A driver turning left in front of an oncoming motorcycle is a very common cause of serious wrecks.
  • Not Yielding: Drivers pulling out from a side street or stop sign without seeing the rider.
  • Unsafe Lane Changes: A car or truck moving into a rider’s lane without checking their blind spot.
  • Following Too Closely: A driver tailgating a motorcycle and not leaving enough room to stop.
  • Opening a Car Door: A driver or passenger opening their door into a rider’s path.
5x more likely

to die in a motorcycle accident than in a car accident per mile traveled (Source: NHTSA)

Houston

is one of Texas’s leading cities for motorcyclist fatalities year after year (Source: TxDOT)

If you were injured by a delivery truck, Amazon van, or other commercial vehicle, the case is more complex.

Refresh your knowledge of rider safety and Texas-specific laws.

How We Prove the Other Driver Was at Fault

Insurance companies often unfairly assume the biker was being reckless. We know this is wrong, and we use hard evidence to prove it. To tell the true story of your accident, we will gather:

  • Police Reports: The official record of the crash.
  • Witness Statements: What other people saw happen.
  • Video Footage: From traffic cameras, dashcams, or nearby stores.
  • Expert Analysis: We can hire experts to prove scientifically how the crash happened.

See how our detailed, evidence-based approach has helped other clients achieve justice.

2 years

legal deadline in Texas to file a personal injury lawsuit after a motorcycle crash

No helmet

does not eliminate your right to compensation in Texas — the other driver is still responsible for causing the crash

If you are helping a parent or family member navigate this process, read our comprehensive caregiver’s guide to learn the best ways to support them.

How much is a motorcycle accident case worth in Texas?

Motorcycle injuries tend to be more severe than car accident injuries, which can increase case value significantly:

Factor
How It Affects Value

Head or spinal injuries

The most serious and expensive to treat — significantly increase case value

Limb fractures

Require surgery and lengthy rehabilitation — fully recoverable in the lawsuit

Long-term work loss

If you cannot return to your previous job, future lost income is a recoverable damage

Motorcycle repair or replacement

Vehicle damage is part of your total compensation

Insurance bad faith

If the insurer acted in bad faith to deny your claim, additional damages may be available

Road rash — deep abrasions from contact with the pavement — is one of the most painful and costly injuries to treat after a motorcycle crash, and is fully recoverable as part of your compensation claim.

Soft tissue injuries like whiplash are also common in motorcycle crashes and can cause chronic pain lasting months or years — even when they don’t show up immediately on imaging.

The eventual motorcycle accident settlement or judgment can cover all of these injuries, including future treatment costs that haven’t occurred yet.

Worried about the cost of care? Learn how your medical bills get paid after an accident.

Key terms for injured motorcycle riders in Texas

Modified comparative fault

Texas law that allows you to recover compensation even if you were partially at fault — as long as your fault does not exceed 51%.

Recorded statement

The adjuster’s request to record you describing the accident. Never agree to this without speaking to an attorney first — it is designed to extract information that can be used against you.

UM/UIM coverage

Uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. If the driver who hit you has no insurance or insufficient coverage, your own policy may cover the difference.

Spoliation of evidence

The destruction of evidence. Traffic camera footage is typically overwritten within 30 days. Acting fast preserves evidence that could win your case.

Why You Need a Lawyer for the Insurance Company

The insurance company’s goal is to pay you as little as possible. They will look for any reason to blame you for the accident. They might say you were speeding, even if there is no proof. It is very important that you do not talk to them before you talk to us. We will handle all the phone calls and paperwork to protect you from their tactics.

But what happens if the at-fault driver has no insurance at all? Learn about your options in our guide to uninsured driver accidents.

Hear from other clients who trusted us to be their voice.

Common Questions About Motorcycle Claims

Not wearing a helmet does not eliminate your right to compensation. The other driver is still responsible for causing the crash. The insurer may try to use the helmet against you, but we know how to counter that argument.

Riders do not have seatbelts, airbags, or a steel frame for protection. This means your body takes the full force of the crash. This often leads to serious injuries that need a lot of expensive medical care.

You should call a lawyer as soon as you can. Evidence like video and witness memories can disappear. The sooner we start our investigation, the stronger your case will be.

Yes, absolutely. Our firm is bilingual. We can speak directly with your loved one in Spanish and keep you updated in English. This ensures everyone is comfortable and understands what is happening with the case.


We have created a detailed, step-by-step guide that explains the entire personal injury claim process, from the first investigation to the final settlement check. Read the guide here.

Yes, absolutely. A headache is one of the most common symptoms of a concussion or a more serious traumatic brain injury (TBI). We’ve written a detailed guide on the “hidden” symptoms of head injuries and why ignoring them is a danger to your health and your case. Read the guide here.

This is a frustrating part of the process, and you have rights. We’ve written a detailed guide that explains what a “total loss” means in Texas, how to get fair market value for your car, and how to negotiate with the adjuster. Read the guide here.

This is a situation we help clients with every day. You should not have to choose between your health and your finances. We use a legal tool called a Letter of Protection (LOP) that allows you to get the medical treatment you need now. Read our detailed guide to learn exactly how it works.

Yes. Insurers routinely blame riders without evidence. We use objective proof to establish the truth. Under Texas law you can recover damages as long as you were not more than 51% at fault.

Yes. If the vehicle was commercial, there are additional potentially liable parties — the owning company, not just the driver.

Traffic camera recordings, dashcam footage from other vehicles, eyewitness statements, and the police report. Camera footage is deleted quickly — acting within hours, not days, is critical.

You have 2 years from the date of the accident. This deadline is strict.

Medical bills (past and future), lost wages, motorcycle damage, pain and suffering, and lost earning capacity if injuries are permanent.

We serve ALL clients — regardless of immigration status. Being undocumented does not affect your right to compensation under Texas law. Your information is always 100% confidential. We will never ask about your status unless it directly helps your case.

Contact Our Houston Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today

You deserve a lawyer who will fight for your rights as a rider. If you have been injured in a motorcycle crash, contact our firm today. We are ready to put our 40+ years of experience to work for you. Your consultation is free, confidential, and you pay us nothing unless we win your case.

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