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Nashville Tennessee Personal Injury
Motorcycle Accidents

Nashville Tennessee Personal Injury Lawyer Kevin Moore {Amputations Injuries}




You Deserve Superior Personal Injury Representation!

A ttorneys at the Kevin Moore Personal Injury Law Firm help victims of Tennessee injuries receive just compensation for their losses. We're not just another law firm. We're not just any lawyers. We are highly experienced personal injury attorneys - that is what we do. We serve clients throughout Tennessee from our office Nashville.

If your injury is serious enough and your case is important enough to you then contact a lawyer. It is critical that you do the research to find a reputable, capable attorney. We believe our success in recovering large awards and settlements speaks for itself about the quality of our representation, quality that we refer to as the "Advantage of Experience."

This Website discusses our PI legal practice and our credentials, and it provides some general information on Nashville Tennessee Personal Injury Law. Every case is unique and deserves to be evaluated on its own merits. Please contact us for a free consultation before making a decision about representation. You will speak with Kevin Moore directly not a staff member.

Our Firm welcomes the challenges offered by difficult cases involving serious injuries and complex issues. We know how to fight opposing lawyers and the insurance companies and win. If you have been injured in an motorcycle accident due to the negligence of any other party, do not hesitate to call and talk to us. You should know that we often collect damages well beyond what the insurance companies offer. You deserve to know your valuable Legal Rights.


You Need An Attorney Who Specializes In Personal Injury (PI) Law

What you don't need is a lawyer who "also" practices PI cases. More and more, laws are being written that are only fully understood by those few lawyers who are highly competent in specific areas. Finding the "right lawyer", means a lawyer with substantial personal injury (PI, Workers Comp & SSD) knowledge and experience, is what you want when you need competent help. Lawyers should be selected for their expertise and experience in specific specialties of law. The "right lawyer" for your Personal Injury case is the person who has substantial experience handling a case very similar to yours, who can and will take action at once.

Kevin Moore and his Nashville Tennessee Personal Injury law firm is who you want and what you need!


Nashville & Tennessee Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle rider fatalities continued their nine-year increase, reaching 4,810 in 2006. Motorcycle rider fatalities account for over 11 percent of total vehicle fatalities. Thousands of people are seriously injured every year in motorcycle accidents. Motorcycle accidents are prevalent and a significant cause of vehicle related injuries. Not only are they frequent but the injuries to the riders are usually more severe than for other vehicle injuries. Motorcycle accidents, collisions, and crashes often involve serious injuries, including brain injuries, burns, fractures, breaks, dislocations, neck injuries, back injuries, nerve injuries, paralysis, and spinal cord injuries. These statistics mean most of us or someone we care about who rides a motorcycle will be, at some time in our lives, involved in at least one motorcycle related accident. Also, motorcycle accident claims are more highly contested by insurance companies; during jury trials they try to place the blame on the bike rider hoping for a "understanding agreement by prejudiced jury members". Kevin knows how to stop this ploy in its tracks!

If you or family member has been in an motorcycle accident you have probably had to deal with insurance companies and their adjusters. This is usually a frustrating process if you are trying to handle this on your own. However, if you have suffered an injury in your car accident, we highly recommend that you should let an experienced personal injury attorney handle these negotiations. Looking for deserved compensation for an motorcycle injury (whether large or small) is not easy for those without legal experience, and, in spite of their friendly attitude, insurance companies will usually do everything they can to avoid paying you - yes, even your own "friendly" insurance company. Experienced Nashville motorcycle injury lawyer Kevin A. Moore is available to tell you how insurance companies handle these claims and why you likely need the help of an aggressive motorcycle personal injury attorney to get you the settlement you deserve - not what the insurance companies can get away with. You can contact Kevin through this website.

Common Types of Motorcycle Accident Injuries

In general, there are two broad categories of motorcycle injury: minor injury claims and serious injury claims. Some examples of minor injuries include whiplash, sprains, soft tissue damage, sore muscles, etc. Some examples of serious injuries include broken bones, neck or back injuries, spinal cord injuries, severed limbs, head injuries, etc. The distinction between a small injury and a serious injury is not always so clear. However, the distinction is useful in that it allows Kevin to predict how your insurance company will handle your claim and prepare your case appropriately.

Minor Injury Claims

If you have suffered a minor injury in an motorcycle accident, the majority of your damage claims will probably cover your pain and discomfort. Although these injuries may be considered "minor" they can be chronic and have a large impact on your ability to work or enjoy life. You will likely have medical expenses, and those will be covered as well, but your medical bills will likely not be very high. The challenge in these cases comes from proving the extent of your damages. In most small injury claims, your insurance company will understate your claim, and work to convince a jury that you are not in as much pain as you claim to be. This is a difficult tactic for non-attorneys to handle, since simply saying you are in pain is not enough to validate your claim.

However, Kevin knows how to prove these types of damages. He will seek expert witness testimony from physicians that can provide evidence supporting the extent of your pain. Kevin will also help you document the days immediately after your injury to provide more substantial evidence. Most importantly, however, if your case goes to trial, Kevin knows how to speak in a language a jury will understand and he can make sure that they appreciate and understand the full extent of your injuries.

Serious Injury Claims

In a serious injury claim, there is much more money involved. Your medical bills will be much higher (they could be hundreds of thousands of dollars), you will likely lose wages spending time in the hospital and during your recovery period, you may be in a lot of pain, you may suffer long-term disability, and you may not even be able to return to work. A successful motorcycle injury lawsuit by Kevin will ensure that you are compensated for all your provable damages, but your insurance company will do everything they can to avoid paying you.

With so much money at stake, insurance companies become highly aggressive. They frequently attempt to deny any liability and they will attempt to get you to damage your own case by asking technical questions that you may not be prepared to answer properly. They often approach car accident victims within hours of the accident, while you are still potentially in shock, and before you have had a chance to speak to your attorney. They typically act friendly and cooperative, asking you about your accident, but their ultimate goal is to get you to say something that will compromise your claim. As a top Nashville personal injury lawyer, Kevin will usually prevent the other insurance company from taking any statements that can later be twisted and used against the person who is injured. It is important that you do not speak to an insurance adjuster without legal representation by your side. That is a risky thing to do, and it should only be handled by legal professionals.

What Should You Do After an Motorcycle Accident?

If you suffer a personal injury in an motorcycle accident you should know what to do and when to do it in order to protect yourself and your legal rights.

  • First, call the police and, if necessary, the paramedics. Make sure that the police investigator takes your input relating to the accident. If you need to go to court, it is critically important that the police report is accurate and that it reflects your recollection of the events leading up to your motorcycle accident. Unfortunately, many times the police do not do a thorough accident scene investigation. It is also common, particularly in serious injury cases, for people taken from the motorcycle accident scene not to be interviewed at all. This can result in the police recording only the version of the motorcycle accident given by the negligent driver who caused the motorcycle accident.
  • If you have a camera and are not seriously injured, try to (safely) photograph the accident scene prior to moving the motorcycle. Additionally, someone should interview all of witnesses to the motorcycle accident and record their contact information and comments. Such interviews should be completed as soon as possible after the accident, as witnesses' memories tend to fade with time. Kevin is an expert with handling motorcycle accident claims and will help you start taking the correct steps to getting the compensation you deserve for your injury.
  • If you have been seriously injured in an motorcycle accident it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If treatment is delayed, the insurance company may argue that it was not their client's negligent driving that caused your injury, but rather something that occurred between the time of the motorcycle accident and your visit to the doctor.
  • As soon as possible we recommend that you contact a highly qualified personal injury lawyer.

Nashville & Tennessee Motorcycle Accident FAQs

Nashville motorcycle accident attorney Kevin Moore has devoted his practice to representing those injured due to the negligence of others. A major portion of his practice is defending the rights of those who are injured in Nashville motorcycle accidents. The following are some of the most Frequently Asked Questions regarding Nashville motorcycle accident defense.

Frequently Asked Nashville area Car Accident Injury Lawyer Questions

Why Should I Hire Car Accident Injury Lawyer?

You are not required to hire a personal injury lawyer after a Nashville car accident. There is no legal requirement to hire any lawyer after any car accident and car accident victims in Nashville and throughout Tennessee are allowed to process their cases on their own. On the other hand, and especially with serious injuries or wrongful death claims, failing to hire the best Nashville car accident lawyer that you can find can be a terrible financial and personal mistake. Personal injury law suits are a "one and done" prospect in almost every case. There is no "do-over" if things do not go well. Therefore, somebody who tries to handle a car accident case on their own and settles the case without the help of a lawyer only to later determine that they could or should have received more compensation is usually out of luck. They have lost their one opportunity to receive the full compensation of their current medical bills, the full recovery of future medical bills, complete reimbursement of lost wages because of the car accident, complete reimbursement of money for future lost wages that they will never earn because of the injury they suffered, not to mention pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and inability to do life's daily activities because of the injury. With Kevin at your side you will not lose your singular opportunity for a fair judgment. Back to FAQ List

How Much Is An Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?

Nashville car accident victims often ask this question of Kevin. Unfortunately, that is not an easy question to answer. Kevin understands that people want to know whether or not it is worthwhile to pursue a claim, and to know that they'd like to have some idea as to what a personal injury case in Tennessee is worth.

The reason this is so difficult to answer is because it is so incredibly case specific. To over simplify the matter, the value of a personal injury case in Tennessee is based upon what a Tennessee jury would say the car accident victim is entitled to. There are no exact formulas.

Under Tennessee law, a victim is entitled to be compensated for all damages that they suffered as a result of the negligence of the other party. This includes wage loss, medical bills, future wage loss, future medical bills, pain, suffering, anxiety, loss of enjoyment of life, inability to do activities of daily living, and every other aspect of the victim's life that was affected because somebody else was negligent.

Trying to determine the exact value of a case becomes very dependent on what the injury was and the distribution of responsibilities. Somebody with a brain injury from a car wreck who is unable to return to work is entitled to far more compensation according to the law than somebody who had a small headache.

The reality is that each case stands on its own merits as perceived by a jury. This is why it is vital to have a highly competent personal injury lawyer by your side through the whole process. Back to FAQ List

Who Pays Medical Bills After A Car Accident?

Kevin helps to make sure that all medical bills caused by the negligence of another driver are paid. It is the responsibility of the negligent driver to pay for the medical bills that are necessitated by the injuries that are caused from the car accident. Of course, it is almost never the actual driver of the other car that pays for these potentially huge medical bills. The reason we have insurance throughout Tennessee is to make sure that those medical bills can actually be paid. The person who was injured in the car accident has the right to receive the medical care they need in order to get better and has the right to pursue medical bill repayment from the person who caused the car accident.

However, making sure that everybody is properly paid and that all the insurance contracts and laws are followed can be very complicated. That is why hiring a top Nashville car accident lawyer can be so important for somebody who is trying to make sure they get the best possible medical care and also ensures that they are fully compensated for everything they ever suffered as a result of the negligent driving of somebody else. We will give you an assessment as to the best way to try to work through your insurance issues to make sure that you are fully compensated, the doctors are fully compensated, and that you get all of the medical treatment you need.

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How do I file an insurance claim after a car accident?

As a personal injury attorney who helps people who have been injured in Nashville area car accidents, Kevin is always happy to hear this question asked. The reason he likes to hear this question asked is because it usually indicates that the person who is injured has not yet filed an insurance claim. Of course, filing an insurance claim with your own insurance company should be done as soon as practical. However, if somebody has been seriously hurt or has lost a loved one and they are going to file an insurance claim, they should first consider whether or not it would be better to hire a lawyer first.

As a practical matter, filing an insurance claim is not a complicated process. In most cases, it is as simple as a phone call to set up the claim. The problem is that some insurance companies will take advantage of this situation where they have the opportunity to talk to the person that was injured as a result of their insured's negligence and they will try to gather information before that person hires an attorney. Therefore, although setting up an insurance claim can be simple, it can also be a mistake to set one up without first talking to the best Nashville motorcycle accident lawyer that you can find.

As a top Nashville personal injury lawyer, Kevin will usually prevent the other insurance company from taking any statements that can later be twisted and used against the person who is injured. As one of the best and most experienced injury lawyers he will often try to limit even the statements that are taken by your own insurance company. Also, having a lawyer involved will sometimes decrease the amount of "gamesmanship" that is played by insurance companies when they believe somebody is not represented and can be taken advantage of. Back to FAQ List

How Can I Make An Insurance Claim If The Other Driver Did Not Have Insurance?

Unfortunately, many motorcycle accidents in the Nashville area include situations where the person who caused the accident did not have any insurance or has too little insurance. This can be very frustrating for somebody, particularly somebody who did nothing wrong and suffered a serious injury as a result of the negligence of the other driver. The reality is that there is no magic bullet that can solve this problem. Instead, finding a skilled motorcycle accident lawyer who helps Nashville personal injury victims is a vital first step.

The fact that the other driver did not have insurance does not mean that there is no insurance claim. We have seen many cases where our investigation helped uncover insurance that did help our client pay for the medical bills, lost wages, and to receive compensation for the injury they suffered even where the person who caused the accident at first denied that they had any insurance. It is not safe to just assume there is no insurance coverage and it is a good idea to hire a lawyer that can help somebody after a Nashville car accident to investigate.

In addition to that, many of Kevin's clients have a coverage they are not aware of. This is called uninsured motorist coverage. This is coverage that somebody pays for in case they are ever hurt by somebody who does not have insurance. Second, uninsured motorist coverage claims (sometimes called UM claims) are the number one way to protect your rights if the person who caused the accident does not have insurance. Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage (UM and UIM) protect you, your family, and your loved ones in case you or somebody else you love is hurt as a result of somebody else's negligence.

Finding a top Nashville personal injury lawyer that understands insurance coverage and insurance policies and that can help determine if an uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage claim is available is a vital first step. Back to FAQ List

Should I Sign The Paperwork The Insurance Company Sent Me After My Motorcycle Accident?

The insurance company is not on your side! It is not the purpose of the insurance company to be on your side. The insurance company is not paid to be on your side. Most insurance companies are publicly traded and those insurance companies have an obligation to their shareholders to make a profit.

Therefore, the documents that you may receive following a Nashville car accident case from an insurance company are probably not there to help you. Those documents probably were not sent to you in order to make sure that your claim is protected. This does not mean that the insurance company is being evil, nor does it mean that the documents that you were being presented with after a serious injury claim can never be filled out. However, the reality is that filling out any document without making sure that the top Nashville motorcycle accident lawyer that you can find has reviewed those documents and made sure that they are not to your detriment is a mistake.

Kevin has reviewed documents from just about every insurance company that writes motorcycle accident policies in the State of Tennessee. Therefore, he knows the difference between legitimate questions, and questions that are purposely made to look legitimate when they are in fact intended to cause you problems. More importantly, he knows the difference between documents that you are required to sign, and those which you are not required to sign. It is important to make sure that you protect your own rights. After a serious injury or wrongful death case, it is important that you find the best Tennessee personal injury lawyer that you can find that is the right fit for you to ensure that your rights are protected by somebody who is well trained in personal injury litigation.

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Should I Settle My Motorcycle Accident Case?

Sadly, many Nashville & Tennessee personal injury lawyers will focus on the fact that they will settle almost every case that they take. The reason this is done so commonly is that most people do not want to go to trial. People who have been seriously injured want to settle their case. They want to get the compensation they're entitled to under the law. They are trying to get what is fair. They are trying to get what is owed to them. They are trying to get what they deserve for something they did not cause. Therefore, it is not in the interest of most people to have a goal of going to trial. Instead, if they can settle the case fairly that's what they want to do.

Here is the "sad part": it is important to be very careful when looking for or finding a lawyer who will just promise to settle a case. The insurance industry is extremely sophisticated. They know who the top Nashville personal injury lawyers are. More importantly, they know that the best Nashville car accident lawyers will take cases to trial if necessary. The willingness to take cases to trial is what makes your settlement value greater for anybody represented by that lawyer.

If the insurance company knows that somebody is seriously injured but is represented by a lawyer who settles every case and refuses to take cases to trial, the insurance company has no incentive to make a fair offer. They can continue to "low ball" the attorney and the injury victim until the trial gets close and the case gets settled. Instead, what is important is to hire a lawyer who is willing to take cases to trial in Tennessee. Kevin is a Nashville area and Tennessee trial lawyer who is not afraid to fight for his clients against the insurance companies or in front of a jury and offers far more value to all of his clients.

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You Need An Attorney Who Knows Tennessee Personal Injury Cases related to Motorcycle Accidents



Do Not Sign Any Insurance Release Claim Without a Legal Review

If you have already signed a release, all is not lost!  We can and have successfully handled cases and had such releases nullified when it has been in our clients' interests. Release forms are not written to protect you - they are written to protect the insurance company and, when their clients are at fault, they are written to protect them. Call us and let us review your case and any release form before you sign it. Kevin offers free consultations to look over the facts of your case!

Your Motorcycle Insurance Agent Does Not Really Work For You!

You may be good friends with your insurance agent, we are with ours, but unlike attorneys who do have legal (fiduciary) responsibilities to their clients, most insurance agents are employees of their respective companies and they keep their employers' interests in mind for all cases. We do believe that the vast majority of insurance agents act with integrity but in Personal Injury circumstances you really do want your legal advocate to protect all of your interests.

Claims Are Not Limited To Insurance Coverage

Even though the party that injured you may have insurance there are many cases where the injuries and long term impacts go beyond their insurance coverage. There may also be second and third parties involved who share the legal and financial responsibilities. As your advocate Kevin investigates all avenues in getting you as much compensation for your personal injury as possible. Kevin has the knowledge and the resources to get you the compensation that you deserve.

Reasonable Expectations: 

If your motorcycle accident resulted from the negligence of another party, you should rightfully expect quality care, covering all of your injury related expenses, compensation for property loss or damage, and possibly entitled to compensation including monetary damages for pain and suffering, lost wages, loss of enjoyment of life and loss of earning capacity. These are reasonable expectations but all too often you end up having to fight individuals & insurance companies for your rightful compensation! You don't have to settle for what the Insurance Company proposes.

You may need a fighter by your side!

You may need a fighter by your side! Just when you are at your weakest you may have to fight! Insurance companies are notorious for denying claims, stalling appeals, and denying rightful or quality care and services. The insurance company's goal is to save money - not to assure you your rightful care and compensation. There are thousands and thousands of cases where, with the right lawyer representing amputations cases, that the insurance companies have their denials of services and claims denied by a Judge. The injured parties can win if they have the right attorney taking on the fight for them - not a firm that is distracted by other practices and is willing to settle for less!

At the Nashville Tennessee Personal Injury Law Firm of Kevin A. Moore, you can be assured that our Personal Injury legal team will listen to you with compassion and understanding. Attorney Kevin More is well qualified to have your medical records evaluated, communicate with your doctors and therapists and encourage you to follow the prescribed recommended therapies to make sure that you are getting everything you are entitled to under Tennessee PI law. If you are not getting what you are entitled to, Kevin is ready to fight the insurance companies for you at Mediations and, if necessary, at trial. With Kevin Moore as your attorney, you will have the best Nashville Tennessee PI lawyer in the State representing you!

Kevin Moore's Experience: 

Kevin Moore has been aggressively practicing law and guiding and protecting his clients' interests since 1992. Kevin and his Firm have handled over 4,500 Personal Injury cases and a significant number of cases involving motorcycle accidents. No Nashville Tennessee attorney will do a better job in seeing that you get justice and compensation for your loss and injuries. Call us or contact us now. Our consultations are always free and you never pay a fee unless we win your case. In Nashville or State Wide the Nashville Tennessee PI Law Firm of Kevin A. Moore will be on your side and by your side.





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