St. Louis Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Motorcycle accidents often result in more severe injuries due to the lack of protection compared to cars. This means higher medical costs, longer recovery times, and greater financial impact. Additionally, insurance companies often try to shift blame onto motorcyclists, arguing that riders take more risks than drivers.

Another key difference is that road conditions play a much bigger role in motorcycle accidents. Uneven pavement, potholes, gravel, or road debris can cause a motorcyclist to lose control, which can affect liability in your case.

Police reports are not always accurate. Officers may not have witnessed the crash, and their report may be based solely on statements from the other driver, who may be trying to shift the blame onto you. Even if the police report assigns you fault, that does not mean you are legally responsible.

We conduct a thorough, independent investigation and challenge inaccurate police findings when necessary. We may use traffic camera footage, accident reconstruction experts, witness statements, and vehicle damage analysis to dispute the findings and prove the true cause of the accident. Don’t assume fault—let our team fight for you.

Yes, you can still file a claim even if you weren’t wearing a helmet. However, Missouri’s helmet law may affect the compensation you receive. If you suffered head or facial injuries, the insurance company may argue that wearing a helmet could have prevented them.

That said, not wearing a helmet does not mean you are responsible for the crash. At Cantor Injury Law, we will fight to ensure you receive fair compensation for your injuries—helmet or not.

No. Insurance companies often offer quick, lowball settlements to injury victims in hopes they’ll accept less than they deserve. These initial offers rarely cover the full extent of medical bills, lost wages, future treatment costs, and pain and suffering.

Once you accept a settlement, you forfeit your right to pursue additional compensation, even if you later realize your injuries are worse than expected. Let us review the offer first—we will negotiate aggressively to ensure you receive the maximum payout possible.

In Missouri, the statute of limitations for motorcycle accident injury claims is five years from the date of the accident. If you are filing a wrongful death claim on behalf of a loved one, the deadline is three years.

However, waiting too long can weaken your case. Key evidence, such as traffic camera footage, witness statements, and accident scene details, can be lost over time. The sooner you contact us, the stronger your case will be.

If the at-fault driver is uninsured or left the scene (hit-and-run), you still have options. You may be able to file a claim through:

✔ Your uninsured motorist (UM) coverage – Missouri requires UM coverage, which can compensate you for injuries caused by uninsured or hit-and-run drivers.
✔ A third-party claim – If another factor, such as poor road maintenance or a defective motorcycle part, contributed to the accident, we can pursue a claim against the responsible entity.

We will explore every possible legal avenue to ensure you receive the compensation you need.