[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"BlogPosting","url":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/blog\/what-happens-after-a-fatal-motorcycle-crash\/","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/blog\/what-happens-after-a-fatal-motorcycle-crash\/","description":"Losing a loved one in a motorcycle accident is a shocking and traumatic experience that can leave you with more questions than answers. Can you file a lawsuit? How does the process work? The Sacramento motorcycle injury attorneys at Demas Law Group can ease your mind and answer your questions in a free consultation.\u00a0 If someone else is at fault for the motorcycle collision, you may be entitled to compensation for the harm they inflicted upon you and your family. Our firm has represented clients in wrongful death claims for over 25 years. Contact us today to learn more about [\u2026]","name":"What Happens After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash","headline":"What Happens After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash","articleBody":"Losing a loved one in a motorcycle accident is a shocking and traumatic experience that can leave you with more questions than answers. Can you file a lawsuit? How does the process work? The Sacramento motorcycle injury attorneys at Demas Law Group can ease your mind and answer your questions in a free consultation.\u00a0If someone else is at fault for the motorcycle collision, you may be entitled to compensation for the harm they inflicted upon you and your family. Our firm has represented clients in wrongful death claims for over 25 years. Contact us today to learn more about what happens after a fatal motorcycle accident crash in California and how we can help.\u00a0Police Will Conduct an InvestigationAfter a motorcycle crash death, law enforcement officers will conduct an investigation into the incident. They will typically gather photo evidence, get witness statements, and use that evidence to reconstruct the accident to determine a cause. When their investigation is complete, they issue an official police accident report.\u00a0An Autopsy May be PerformedAn autopsy is standard procedure when someone dies in an accident in California. The autopsy results identify the precise cause of death, which may shed further light on the cause of the collision.\u00a0The At-Fault Person\u2019s Insurance Provider Might Contact YouDealing with an insurance adjuster in the wake of your loved one\u2019s death can be overwhelming. It\u2019s also unnecessary once you hire a motorcycle accident lawyer. If an insurance company contacts you, politely refer them to your attorney. If you haven\u2019t had time to seek legal counsel, be careful what you say. Don\u2019t discuss the accident in detail or agree to make a recorded statement.\u00a0You Could Be Eligible to File a Wrongful Death ClaimIn California, families who lose a loved one due to someone else\u2019s wrongful act have the right to pursue compensation through a wrongful death claim. The financial burden of funeral and burial expenses, lost financial support, and other costs can weigh heavily on your family. But you should not be left to shoulder the burdens alone when another party is to blame.Our attorneys can help you demand a financial settlement that reimburses you for those expenses and compensates you for non-financial losses. When you lose a beloved family member, you lose their companionship, guidance, comfort, affection, and emotional support. Although no amount of money could ever make up for that loss, the party responsible for your loved one\u2019s death should have to pay for the irreparable harm their actions caused. Demas Law Group can help you hold them accountable.\u00a0How Long Do I Have to File a Motorcycle Wrongful Death Claim in California?You have two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the at-fault party. Many wrongful death claims resolve through a settlement, but sometimes filing a lawsuit is necessary if you can\u2019t get a fair offer from the insurance company. If you do not file within the two-year window, the responsible party can ask the court to throw out the case, so it\u2019s crucial to act quickly before the time limit expires.\u00a0Call a Sacramento Motorcycle Accident Lawyer TodayYou deserve justice if you lost a family member in a motorcycle crash that someone else caused. Consult a California motorcycle injury lawyer at Demas Law Group today. Our compassionate legal team can investigate your claim, determine liability, and start demanding compensation from the responsible party immediately. That gives you the space to mourn in peace. Call or contact us now to get started.\u00a0 \u00a0","keywords":["motorcycle injury lawyer","Fatal Motorcycle Crash"],"about":"Motorcycle Accidents","wordCount":594,"datePublished":"2022-10-12","dateModified":"2022-11-09","publisher":{"@type":"Organization","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/demas-logo.png","height":141,"width":158,"@id":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/demas-logo.png"},"name":"Demas Law Group, P.C.","@id":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/blog\/what-happens-after-a-fatal-motorcycle-crash\/#Organization1"},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/motorcycle.jpg","height":623,"width":1024,"@id":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/motorcycle.jpg"},"author":{"@type":"Person","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0565ac377dd05e1f07767f98d22eb3e7?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96,"@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/0565ac377dd05e1f07767f98d22eb3e7?s=96&d=mm&r=g"},"url":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/blog\/author\/injury-attorneys\/","name":"Demas Law Group, P.C.","identifier":7,"@id":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/blog\/author\/injury-attorneys\/#Person"},"@id":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/blog\/what-happens-after-a-fatal-motorcycle-crash\/#BlogPosting"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"What Happens After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash","item":"https:\/\/www.injury-attorneys.com\/blog\/what-happens-after-a-fatal-motorcycle-crash\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]