Las Vegas Motorcycle Accident Attorney
Updated: July 2025
Motorcycle enthusiasts love their bikes for many reasons – exhilarating sense of speed, great fuel economy, lower cost of ownership, and more. While those are all appealing factors, bikers need to be extra cautious on the road. They’re very exposed to the elements (i.e. weather) and sometimes ignored by other motorists, which can make for a deadly combination.
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), a total of 6,222 motorcyclists died in crashes in 2022.
- 37% of fatalities happened in single-vehicle accidents
- 63% occurred in multiple-vehicle crashes
- Motorcycle deaths accounted for 15% of all vehicle crash fatalities
Age distribution of motorcycle accident fatalities in 2022:
- 27% of fatalities were 29-years-old or younger
- 22% of fatalities were 30-39 years-old
- 17% of fatalities were 40-49 years-old
- 34% of fatalities were 50+ years of age
In 2020, the Nevada Dept. of Public Safety & Transportation stated that 19.2% of Nevada vehicle deaths were from motorcycle accidents – much higher than than the national average.
Motorcycle Accident Case EvaluationMotorcycle Accident Causes
Some people believe that motorcyclists are more prone to accidents since it’s a smaller vehicle with minimal protection. Those are certainly contributing factors, but the cause of most motorcycle accidents is negligence or reckless driving.
- Unsafe Lane Changes: Some drivers fail to check their blindspot adequately and are unaware of motorcycle riders when changing lanes.
- Failure to Yield: Motorists are sometimes confused by (or ignorant of) right-of-way laws, which can be catastrophic to motorcyclists who are obeying traffic rules.
- Read-End Accidents: Frustrated drivers will sometimes tail motorcyclists too close. This can result in nasty read-end crashes if the biker needs to slow down abruptly.
- Door Collisions: The simple act of exiting a car can cause a major crash if a driver doesn’t see a motorcycle approaching. This is also an issue with bicycles. A hastily-opened door can result in a biker being thrown from their bike or having to swerve back into traffic.
There are, of course, many other reasons for motorcycle accidents, including poorly maintained streets and defective tires.
Tire defects are responsible for an estimated 2–3% of motorcycle crashes. However tire defects are 2x more fatal vs. other mechanical failures. An unnoticed manufacturing flaw such as a bead separation or belt shift—can cause a sudden blowout, especially at high speed. In a motorcycle accident, riders don’t skid to safety; they’re often thrown.
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Types of Motorcycle Accident Injuries
Wearing a helmet should be essential, but even if you are wearing one the impact of a wreck can be tremendous.
Common motorcycle injuries include:
- Roadrash
- Cuts and lacerations
- Bruises and contusions
- Broken and fractured bones
- Neck injuries
- Spinal damage
- Traumatic brain injuries
Motorcycle accidents are among the most costly due to the likelihood of severe injuries, even at relatively low speeds.
Medical expenses can skyrocket and frequently result in significant wage loss and emotional trauma. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcyclists are roughly 28 times more likely to die in a crash vs. passengers in car accidents, amplifying both the human and financial toll of each incident.
Motorcycle Case EvaluationLas Vegas Motorcycle Accident Attorney
If you were injured in a motorcycle accident? Get legal help from a Las Vegas Motorcycle Accident Lawyer at Paul Powell Law Firm.
When you work with The Paul Powell Law Firm, you can expect dedicated professionals who will listen to your situation with care. You can expect a legal team that will carefully listen to the details of your accident, and research your scenario to build the strongest case possible.
Finally, you can expect a skilled personal injury lawyer for motorcycle cases who will vehemently fight for you against insurance companies and opposing lawyers in order to win you the highest settlement possible.
Contact The Paul Powell Law Firm by phone at 702-728-5500 (Las Vegas area). We’re available 24/7.
You can also submit a free online motorcycle accident case evaluation when it’s convenient for you. Motorcycle accidents can be harrowing ordeals. We want to help you make the best out of a difficult situation.