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We have recovered over
$1 Billion
in compensation for our clients

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We are persistent, proactive, and ready to fight for our clients' interests

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While we are aggressive, we always play by the rules and honesty is the foundation of what we do

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We have extensive courtroom and trial experience putting our clients in the best position for success

Reeves & Mestayer is rated
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Reeves & Mestayer has obtained
Record Verdicts & Settlements
for their clients

BP oil spill class action recovery of
$70 Million
We handled thousands of BP claims throughout the Gulf South and was named by the Court to serve on the Economic and Property Damages Committee in the Multi-District Litigation

Defective product recovery of
$55 Million
After being injured or killed by defective tires, we fought to get 75 passengers and drivers the settlement they deserved

Car accident settlement of
$12 Million
After 5 people were killed in a multi-vehicle collision, their families turned to Reeves & Mestayer for help. We fought to get them the settlement they deserved

State of Mississippi tobacco litigation
$13 Million
Reeves & Mestayer law firm gained this verdict for the State of Mississippi to correct wrongful calculations related to the Mississippi tobacco settlement

Defective Product Settlement of
$1 Billion
We fought for 14,000 plaintiffs and 1,000 defendants hurt by Chinese-manufactured drywall products

Pascagoula Motorcycle Accidents

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Nothing matches the feeling of a carefree motorcycle ride on a beautiful Mississippi day. However, this hobby comes with its risks. What happens when a careless driver fails to check their blind spot or turns left in front of an oncoming motorcycle, causing a serious accident?

Motorcyclists often pay the highest price, suffering severe or even fatal injuries. Unfortunately, societal bias against motorcyclists still has many people believing that motorcyclists are the main problem—not reckless drivers. This can make it difficult for injured motorcyclists to get the compensation they deserve after a crash.

If you have been injured in a motorcycle crash in Pascagoula, we’re here to help you explore your legal options. Call Reeves & Mestayer at 228-374-5151 to schedule a consultation now.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics You Need to Know

Despite safety advances and ongoing efforts to teach drivers about safely sharing the road with motorcyclists, bikers continue to be at significantly higher risk of injury than those in other types of vehicles. Per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 5,000 motorcyclists died in fatal crashes in 2019.

Roughly 84,000 suffered injuries in the same timeframe. Fatal crashes, as well as those causing motorcyclist injuries, were twice as likely on the weekends versus weekdays. The most dangerous times of day for motorcyclists were noon to 6:00 P.M., with accident rates remaining high through at least 9:00 P.M.

Additional data reported by local news stations paints a harrowing picture for Mississippi motorcyclists. The NHTSA and FHWA researched fatality rates per 10,000 registered motorcycles in each state to see which states had the highest rates of fatalities. Mississippi unfortunately ranked highest in this category, with 14.57 fatalities per 10,000 registered motorcycles.

Crash data from the NHTSA also hints at possible causes of motorcycle crashes. Among fatal motorcycle accidents, 33% of riders had some level of alcohol in their system. Over 20% had enough alcohol in their system to be considered legally impaired, and a full 7% had a BAC of 0.15 or higher.

Causes of Motorcycle Accidents in Mississippi

To protect yourself while on the road, it’s important to know why accidents happen in the first place. The sooner your motorcycle accident attorney in Pascagoula can figure out what caused your accident, the sooner they can start fighting for the compensation you are owed. Common causes of crashes include:

  • Failing to yield right of way. This is a serious issue for drivers when they share the roads with motorcyclists. There is a commonly held belief that cars have first right to the road, and so should not have to yield to motorcyclists or others. This lays the groundwork for serious accidents. One of the most common accident setups occurs when a motorcyclist is driving straight through an intersection and a car is waiting to turn left from the opposite direction. A driver may misjudge the motorcycle’s speed or simply think they have time to make it through the intersection. By the time they realize they didn’t actually have enough time, it’s too late.
  • Failure to observe a motorcyclist in one’s path. Drivers are trained to look for other cars, trucks, and larger vehicles. They often fail to watch out for motorcyclists, bicyclists, and pedestrians. When drivers do not notice motorcyclists, it is easy to cause a serious or fatal crash.
  • Speeding or driving recklessly. Careless driving, both on the part of drivers and motorcyclists, is a major contributor to the high rate of motorcycle accidents in Mississippi.
  • Intentionally driving aggressively. While many drivers are simply unaware of what it means to drive safely around motorcyclists, others are intentionally rude or aggressive.
  • Following too closely. Motorcyclists need extra space on the road, due to the lack of protection provided by their vehicles. Drivers often forget this and tail them too closely.

Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries

Injuries vary from victim to victim, depending largely on the type of accident you’re involved in and its severity. Some of the most commonly reported injuries include:

  • Broken bones
  • Lacerations and cuts
  • Road rash, which may lead to serious systemic infection
  • Loss of limbs
  • Spinal cord damage
  • Back and neck injuries
  • Internal organ injuries
  • Joint damage
  • Traumatic brain injuries

What You Need to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

After a motorcycle accident, you must call 911 and report it. Getting a police report proves that the accident happened and lays the groundwork for your attorney to figure out the root cause of the crash. From there, your top priority should be seeking medical attention.

Motorcycle crashes are extremely dangerous, and without medical care, you have no idea what injuries could be lurking below the surface. A full diagnostic screen can uncover hidden injuries and allow you to get the care you need.

Once you’ve been seen by a doctor and you’re safe, it’s time to talk to an attorney. Our team of Pascagoula motorcycle accident lawyers can help you build a solid case for full and fair compensation.

How We Can Help

The goal of the Reeves & Mestayer team is to help every single client get the most compensation possible. We know that it’s an uphill battle for motorcyclists who have been injured through no fault of their own. You’ll go up against insurance adjusters who will insist you must have been driving recklessly, drivers who refuse to admit their own errors, and a societal view that motorcyclists are everything that’s wrong with the road.

We know what it takes to fight these misconceptions and help our clients get treated fairly. From the very beginning, we’ll use every piece of evidence we have to build a rock-solid case for you. We’ll look at your medical records and documentation and use them to prove the extent of your injuries. When the insurance company realizes that they can’t use the same underhanded tricks they use on clients on our team, they’ll be forced to come to the table in good faith.

Most personal injury claims settle without you ever having to step foot in a courtroom. However, if the insurance company refuses to approach your case fairly, we are more than ready to take your case to court and fight for you there.

Call Reeves & Mestayer Today

We’re here to discuss your motorcycle accident case with you and help you plan your next steps. Set up a consultation now by calling us at 228-374-5151 or reaching out to our team online.

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Verdicts & Settlements

$156M
Settlement in a class action lawsuit filed on behalf of pensioners of the Singing River Pension Plan.
$55M
On behalf of 75 passengers and drivers injured or killed in tire defect/rollover cases
$22M
On behalf of seven investors defrauded of their life savings
$12M
On behalf of five people killed in a multi-vehicle collision
$10M
On behalf of children and teachers poisoned by defective spray roofing
$5.5M
Verdict on behalf of a woman who was abducted and raped in a K-Mart parking lot because the store provided no security
$6M
Settlement on behalf of an orthopedic surgeon killed during a scuba diving excursion. Believed to be a record settlement for a dive accident in the Bahamas.
$1M
Verdict on behalf of a women who did not receive timely treatment and died as a result of her injuries.

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Biloxi, MS 39530

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