Motorcycle accidents are often devastating. A motorcyclist doesn’t have the same protection someone in a car has in an auto accident and can experience severe injuries. Motorists must be careful, and motorcyclists must be even more cautious.
After an accident, a motorcyclist can feel frustrated and lost; they can be facing mental anguish, financial struggles, and potentially catastrophic injuries.
The Advocates are experienced Montana motorcycle accident lawyers. We pride ourselves on our empathy-first approach to attorney-client relationships. We believe you have enough to deal with, so we strive to offer support instead of further stress.
Contact our Missoula, MT, law firm today for a free consultation. With an Advocate on your side, you don’t have to face this alone.
Immediately after being bitten, assess your injuries
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery
Seek medical attention as soon as you can
Keep track of any and all treatment you receive during recovery
Once you’ve completed treatment, your case can move forward
Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party
You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.
Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We do not get paid unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement.
For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.
If the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.
Your attorney will gather evidence, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary.
The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime.
Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a several years. It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.
When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.
For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.
We can help you:
Obtain a settlement or judgment against the at-fault party
I was in an accident 3 years ago and had a very bad experience with the attorney back then I was in another accident last year and called the advocates mark and his team were amazing changed my view on accident attorneys they kept I'm touch with me every step of the way gave me authority on choices for myself I didn't have to go with what they said I could go against it and they still would have worked with me the same I had choices this time around I would always go with Mark I have even sent friends his way just cause I appreciate all the help and support the whole way threw.
My experience with the advocates was a good one. After being hit by a car on my motorcycle they helped me with a settlement with the insurance company to get the hospital bills paid. They were extremely helpful. They always answered any questions I had with in a day. Every email I sent was always responded to. If you unfortunately has to go through a injury by another person I would recommend them in helping you resolve any debt you have because if that injury. The Advocates were great to work with and help me get this unfortunate event behind me.
Steve and his crew at The Advocates were nothing short for amazing. They took my case after I was rear-ended resulting in neck surgery. Steve and company made sure all of the was taken care of and that I got the maximum compensation possible. I definitely recommend The Advocates
Mr. Brad Johnson, our lawyer; was Awesome! He was very informative, kept us up to date on my case with regular calls. He returned calls back to us within 24 hours or less. Brad Johnson is very courteous, honest, kind, and a pleasure to talk to and work with. There are very few Lawyers out there that could even come close to the high morals that Brad Johnson has and has shown towards us. We need more lawyers like Brad Johnson . If we ever needed a disability lawyer again in the future; it would be Brad Johnson and The Advocates Firm that he works at. We will definitely turn ALL of our family and friends towards this lawyer and firm; in a heartbeat!!!
I want to First say that I am truly thankful for the advocates Law Firm they have been a great service to me through this ordeal and Katie she is a tremendous lawyer someone that I would recommend she fights tooth and nail for her clients and the rest of the team they supported me to the fullest with that being said I would like to say for anyone who is trying to find an attorney to fight their case The Advocates is the way to go.
Montana is a helmet-optional state for adult riders. Riders under 18 are required to wear a helmet. It is highly recommended that everyone wear a helmet, even if not required by Montana law.
Montana has a noise limit of 96 dB at 20 inches from the exhaust statewide. There may be additional local noise requirements.
Montana motorcyclists are entitled to an entire lane of traffic. Motorcycle riders need the whole lane so they have space to avoid road hazards that wouldn’t necessarily impact cars. Riders may share a lane, but no more than two riders abreast per lane.
Lane filtering is legal in Montana. Motorcyclists may not exceed 20 MPH while lane filtering, which has been shown to reduce traffic and increase motorcyclists’ safety. Lane filtering is not quite the same as lane splitting, as it only applies to low-speed situations.
Some common injuries that motorcycle accident victims may suffer include:
Each personal injury claim is different. The damages you seek depend on many factors, such as whether there were serious injuries or significant property damage.
Some common damages from motorcycle crashes include:
The best way to determine what compensation may be available is to seek legal counsel. Contact The Advocates personal injury lawyers for a free case evaluation—we will examine the details of your case to find your best next step.
Reckless driving by others can leave a motorcyclist and their loved ones experiencing significant hardship. An attorney can help you get a fair settlement so that you can get back to the things you love.
At The Advocates, we know how stressful these situations can be. We want to help you get what is best for you and your family so that you can focus on your recovery. Contact us today for a free consultation.
You deserve legal representation that sees you as more than just your motorcycle accident case. You deserve an Advocate.
