Sacramento Motorcycle Accident Attorneys: Expert Legal Advocacy at Eason & Tambornini

How much does a Sacramento motorcycle accident lawyer cost?

Our motorcycle accidents at Eason & Tambornini charge nothing upfront; our fees are based on a “no win, no fee” contingency system, meaning you pay nothing unless we secure a recovery. Our firm eliminates upfront costs, allowing everyone to access senior attorneys with AV Preeminent status from Martindale-Hubbell.

By removing the hurdle of hourly billing, we can immediately focus on the discovery process—securing surveillance footage, examining mechanical failures, and managing all insurance communications — while you concentrate on medical rehabilitation.

What is the Statute of Limitations for a motorcycle claim in California?

The California Statute of Limitations for a motorcycle accident (CCP § 335.1) is two years from the date of the collision. This means you must file a lawsuit for personal injury during that window. If the claim involves a government entity, such as an accident caused by a poorly maintained Sacramento city road, the deadline is typically shortened to six months.

Understanding Motorcycle Accident Compensation: Tangible vs. Intangible Losses

Our legal team will identify the proximate cause of your collision to ensure your claim includes immediate and long-term damages for both tangible and intangible losses.

Tangible Losses (Economic Damages)

These are verifiable, dollar-assigned financial injuries documented through medical records and employment data:

• Medical Expenses: All costs for ER visits, surgeries, and specialized inpatient stays for catastrophic injuries.
• Lost Income and Earning Capacity: Recovery of wages lost during initial healing and compensation for a permanent inability to return to work.
• Property Damage: Comprehensive costs to repair or replace your motorcycle and safety gear.

Intangible Losses (Non-Economic Damages)

Intangible losses are not as clear-cut. These include the subjective, human cost of a crash. In motorcycle crashes, these are often more significant due to the lack of physical protection:

• Pain and Suffering: Compensation for physical discomfort and psychological distress.
• Loss of Consortium: The measurable impact of the injury on your intimate relationships and support systems.
• Disfigurement: Awards for permanent scarring, road rash, or physical limitations that cause psychological trauma.

Can I recover damages if I was lane-splitting or partially at fault?

Yes. California is a pure comparative negligence state, meaning you can still recover damages even if you are partially responsible for the accident. While insurance adjusters often harbor bias against motorcyclists—particularly in lane-splitting cases—our attorneys use Assembly Bill 51 to demonstrate that lane-splitting is legal on all California streets, whether divided or undivided, when done lawfully.

Navigating Dangerous Sacramento Intersections and Corridors for Motorcycles

We monitor regional high-risk zones where multi-lane traffic frequently leads to severe side-impact or left-turn collisions:

• High-Traffic Arterials: Howe Avenue, Arden Way, and the busy commercial corridors of North Sacramento are especially challenging for motorcyclists.
• Freeway Hazards: Sacramento freeways sometimes feel like a racetrack. The Interstate 5/Highway 50 interchange and the Highway 99 corridor have become increasingly congested, even outside commute hours.
• Dangerous Intersections: Known accident zones like Fair Oaks Boulevard and Howe Avenue, Madison Avenue and Sunrise Avenue, and Del Paso Boulevard at Northgate see frequent motorcycle accidents.

If you require immediate medical evaluation, regional Level I Trauma resources include the UC Davis Medical Center. Visitor’s Tip: If visiting the UC Davis Emergency Room, use the dedicated parking area off 45th Street to avoid main hospital entrance traffic.

Sacramento County Superior Court Resource Guide

Legal proceedings for motorcycle accidents occurring in Sacramento fall under the jurisdiction of the Sacramento County Superior Court.

• Courthouse: Gordon D. Schaber Sacramento County Courthouse
• Address: 720 9th Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
• Civil Division Phone: (916) 874-5522
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
• Parking Recommendation: Use the City Hall Garage at 10th and I Streets or metered spots on 9th Street. Small, private lots are considerably more expensive. Frequent visitors to downtown often look for free two-hour street parking on D, E, and F Streets.
• Security Tip: Weapons screening and bag checks are mandatory for all visitors. We suggest arriving at least 30 minutes before your scheduled hearing.

Immediate Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Accident

Be on the lookout for quick, lowball offers from insurance adjusters. To protect your claim, we recommend the following until you have had a chance to meet with an attorney:

1. Seek Medical Attention: Suspected internal injuries or head trauma (even if you were wearing a helmet) require immediate professional evaluation.
2. Police Documentation: Call the police and document the scene with photos and contact information for all involved parties. You can request a copy of your official police report online if your accident occurred within the Sacramento City limits.
3. Refuse Recorded Statements: Do not provide details to insurance adjusters until you have secured an attorney to act as your buffer.

Contact the Sacramento motorcycle accident lawyers at Eason & Tambornini today at (916) 438-1819 for a free case review. Our firm will help you understand your options and aggressively pursue the settlement you deserve. We’ll answer your questions and make sure you understand your options.