{"id":2145,"date":"2026-08-13T01:55:25","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T01:55:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/34-74-180-255.nip.io\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/motorcycle-accident-amputation-lawyer\/"},"modified":"2026-10-16T05:23:32","modified_gmt":"2026-10-16T05:23:32","slug":"motorcycle-accident-amputation-lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/motorcycle-accident-amputation-lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Motorcycle Accident Amputation Lawyer in Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-secondary-background-color has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"Person with a prosthetic leg standing and adjusting their balance while rebuilding daily independence.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-with-a-prosthetic-leg-standing-and-adjusting-their-ba-photo-3.png\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-with-a-prosthetic-leg-standing-and-adjusting-their-ba-photo-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-with-a-prosthetic-leg-standing-and-adjusting-their-ba-photo-3-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-with-a-prosthetic-leg-standing-and-adjusting-their-ba-photo-3-768x429.png 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-with-a-prosthetic-leg-standing-and-adjusting-their-ba-photo-3-1024x572.png 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/person-with-a-prosthetic-leg-standing-and-adjusting-their-ba-photo-3.png 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1376px) 100vw, 1376px\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\">Motorcycle Accident Amputation Lawyer<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Limb Loss in a Motorcycle Crash: You Have Options<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);\">If you lost a limb or suffered severe amputation in a motorcycle accident caused by someone else&#x27;s negligence, CHG Personal Injury Lawyers can help you pursue the compensation you need for lifelong care and recovery.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By CHG Lawyers \u00b7 Published September 28, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>Motorcycle Accident Amputation &amp; Limb Loss: Legal Options in Florida<\/h2>\n<p>Losing a leg, arm, foot, or hand in a motorcycle crash changes everything. You&#8217;re learning to move, dress, and work in a body that no longer does what it did before \u2014 often while medical bills pile up and an insurance adjuster is calling.<\/p>\n<p>If that&#8217;s where you are now, this page is for you. So is it for families whose loved one did not come home.<\/p>\n<p>We wrote this to answer the real questions riders and families ask. It&#8217;s for people who suffered a traumatic or surgical amputation in a motorcycle crash, and for families of a loved one who did not survive. <strong>Motorcycle accident amputation<\/strong> claims are complex, but you don&#8217;t have to navigate them alone.<\/p>\n<p>CHG Personal Injury Lawyers handles catastrophic-injury cases in Florida and nationwide. When you&#8217;re ready, a conversation with us is free and puts you under no obligation.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/rehabilitation-specialist-fitting-a-prosthetic-leg-for-a-pat-photo-6-1024x434.png\" alt=\"Rehabilitation specialist fitting a prosthetic leg for a patient in a bright clinic.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" width=\"1024\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/rehabilitation-specialist-fitting-a-prosthetic-leg-for-a-pat-photo-6-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/rehabilitation-specialist-fitting-a-prosthetic-leg-for-a-pat-photo-6-300x127.png 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/rehabilitation-specialist-fitting-a-prosthetic-leg-for-a-pat-photo-6-768x326.png 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/rehabilitation-specialist-fitting-a-prosthetic-leg-for-a-pat-photo-6-1024x434.png 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/rehabilitation-specialist-fitting-a-prosthetic-leg-for-a-pat-photo-6-1536x652.png 1536w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/rehabilitation-specialist-fitting-a-prosthetic-leg-for-a-pat-photo-6.png 1584w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you lost a limb in a motorcycle crash, you may be entitled to recover for lifetime care, lost income, and the toll on your life. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What Counts as a Motorcycle Accident Amputation or Limb-Loss Injury<\/h2>\n<p>An amputation means losing all or part of a limb \u2014 either torn away in the collision or removed later by surgeons. The two paths matter for your claim:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A <strong>traumatic amputation<\/strong> happens at the scene when the limb is severed in the crash itself.<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>surgical amputation<\/strong> happens in the hospital when a crush injury, infection, or loss of blood flow makes the limb impossible to save.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Levels of loss generally include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fingers, hand, or below-elbow<\/li>\n<li>Above-elbow or full-arm<\/li>\n<li>Foot or below-knee<\/li>\n<li>Above-knee or full-leg<\/li>\n<li>Loss of more than one limb (multi-limb)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Riders face a danger drivers don&#8217;t: no metal cage, no seatbelt, no crumple zone. In a collision, your arms and legs make direct contact with vehicles, pavement, and guardrails. This is why motorcycle crashes so often cause limb loss rather than lesser injuries.<\/p>\n<p>This is a catastrophic-injury practice. We don&#8217;t handle minor cuts or sprains. Learn more on our <a href=\"\/resources\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/\">amputation and limb loss hub<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>How Motorcycle Crashes Cause Amputations<\/h2>\n<p>Most amputations come from high-energy impacts where a limb is crushed, pinned, or torn. A few patterns come up again and again:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Left-turn collisions.<\/strong> A driver turns across your path and fails to yield \u2014 one of the most common ways riders are struck.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Truck and large-vehicle crashes.<\/strong> The mass of a heavier vehicle turns a leg or arm injury into an unsalvageable one.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Being pinned or dragged.<\/strong> A rider trapped under a car or dragged along the road can suffer damage no surgeon can reverse.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Delayed amputation.<\/strong> Sometimes the limb survives the crash but must come off days later \u2014 from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK470266\/\">compartment syndrome<\/a> (swelling that cuts off blood flow), infection, or tissue death. A delayed amputation is still a crash injury, and your claim should reflect it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some riders do not survive. When that happens, the family may bring a wrongful-death claim. We handle those cases with care, centered on the family and what they can do next.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Motorcycle Accident Amputation Claim Can Cover<\/h2>\n<p>A limb-loss claim seeks money for what you&#8217;ve already lost and what you will need for the rest of your life. Because these injuries are permanent, future costs usually dwarf today&#8217;s bills.<\/p>\n<p>A claim may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Past and future medical care<\/strong> \u2014 emergency surgery, hospital stays, rehabilitation, wound care, and revision surgeries<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lifetime prosthetic costs<\/strong> \u2014 often the single largest number in the case. A prosthetic limb is not a one-time purchase: sockets, components, and the device itself wear out and are replaced repeatedly over decades. Advanced myoelectric limbs cost far more than basic ones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lost wages and lost future earning capacity<\/strong> \u2014 including a forced career change when you can no longer do your job<\/li>\n<li><strong>Home and vehicle modifications<\/strong> \u2014 ramps, wheelchair access, adapted driving controls, and in-home care<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pain and suffering<\/strong> \u2014 including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ninds.nih.gov\/health-information\/disorders-and-conditions\/phantom-limb-pain\">phantom-limb pain<\/a> and the emotional toll of losing a limb<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loss of enjoyment of life<\/strong> \u2014 and the strain on your family and relationships<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Every case is different. No honest lawyer can promise a dollar figure. What we can do is document your true lifetime needs so nothing is overlooked or undervalued.<\/p>\n<h2>How Much Is an Amputated Leg Worth?<\/h2>\n<p>People search for this exact question, and they deserve a straight answer instead of a billboard number. Here it is: there is no fixed price for a leg or an arm. Anyone who quotes you a figure before reviewing your medical records and available insurance is not being honest.<\/p>\n<p>What we <em>can<\/em> do is explain plainly what drives the value of a motorcycle accident amputation case like yours.<\/p>\n<p>The factors that move the number most:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The level and number of amputations.<\/strong> An above-knee loss carries higher lifetime prosthetic and mobility costs than a below-knee loss. Losing more than one limb raises them further.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Your age and occupation.<\/strong> A younger person, or someone whose work is physical, generally faces larger future losses. Those losses stretch across more working years.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Documented lifetime care.<\/strong> A life-care plan prepared by a certified planner, paired with an economist&#8217;s projection, turns &#8220;future costs&#8221; into concrete, defensible numbers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fault.<\/strong> How the crash happened and who was responsible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Florida uses a modified comparative-negligence rule under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.81<\/a>. In plain terms: if you share some blame for the crash, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. As amended in March 2023, the statute bars recovery entirely if you are found <strong>more than 50% at fault<\/strong>. So if a jury values your losses at $1,000,000 and assigns you 20% of the fault, you would recover $800,000 \u2014 but at 51% fault, you recover nothing. That is precisely why how fault gets investigated and argued matters so much.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>How the Process Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free case evaluation.<\/strong> We listen, review what happened, and explain your options in plain language.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> We gather the crash report, witness statements, photos, vehicle and scene evidence, and your medical records \u2014 often with crash-reconstruction experts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Building your damages.<\/strong> We work with your treating physicians, a life-care planner, and an economist to document your lifetime needs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Handling the insurers.<\/strong> We take over the calls and negotiations so you don&#8217;t have to.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Settlement or lawsuit.<\/strong> We negotiate for a fair resolution. If the insurer won&#8217;t offer one, we are prepared to file suit and litigate.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Catastrophic cases take time. Settling before your future prosthetic and care needs are known almost always undervalues them. But deadlines still apply. Under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 95.11<\/a>, most negligence claims arising on or after March 24, 2023 must be filed within <strong>two years<\/strong>. A wrongful-death claim also carries a two-year limit. Different deadlines can apply to claims involving a government vehicle or entity. It&#8217;s worth confirming yours early \u2014 waiting also lets evidence disappear.<\/p>\n<p>You pay nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee, which means our fee typically comes from the recovery \u2014 and if there is no recovery, you generally owe no attorney&#8217;s fee.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Work with CHG Personal Injury Lawyers<\/h2>\n<p>Amputation and limb loss is a core part of our catastrophic-injury practice, not an afterthought.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Catastrophic-injury focus.<\/strong> We handle spinal cord injuries, <a href=\"\/resources\/traumatic-brain-injury\/\">traumatic brain injuries<\/a>, severe burns, and limb loss.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Licensed and admitted.<\/strong> Our attorneys are licensed and admitted to The Florida Bar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Florida-based, nationwide reach.<\/strong> We serve Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, and clients across the country.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bilingual service.<\/strong> We work in English and Spanish so families understand every step.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Expert coordination.<\/strong> We build damages with medical and financial experts who quantify lifetime costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What Not to Do \u2014 and What to Do Next<\/h2>\n<p>The single biggest mistake is talking to the other driver&#8217;s insurer before you get legal advice.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t give a recorded statement<\/strong> to the other driver&#8217;s insurer before speaking with a lawyer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be honest, and don&#8217;t guess.<\/strong> If you&#8217;re unsure of a detail, say so rather than filling gaps.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t accept a quick settlement<\/strong> before your full future medical and prosthetic needs are known.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Preserve evidence.<\/strong> Keep the motorcycle, your gear, and every photo and medical record.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Watch the deadline.<\/strong> Time limits are strict and vary by state.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How much compensation can I get for losing a limb in a motorcycle accident?<\/summary><p>There&#8217;s no set amount. It depends on the level and number of amputations, your documented lifetime costs, your share of fault, and the available insurance. We can&#8217;t promise a figure, but we can walk you through the factors that decide it.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I still have a case if the crash was partly my fault?<\/summary><p>Possibly. Under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.81<\/a>, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. You generally can&#8217;t recover if you&#8217;re found more than 50% at fault.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What does it cost to hire a motorcycle accident amputation lawyer?<\/summary><p>Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee, so our fee typically comes from any recovery. The case evaluation is free.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to file a claim?<\/summary><p>In Florida, most negligence claims are now subject to a two-year deadline under <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 95.11<\/a>. Wrongful-death claims carry a two-year limit. Deadlines vary by state and by who caused the crash \u2014 contact us to confirm yours.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can you help if my family member died from their injuries?<\/summary><p>Yes. Families can bring a wrongful-death claim, and we handle these cases with dignity and care.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do you only take cases in Florida?<\/summary><p>No. We&#8217;re Florida-based but represent clients nationwide, with bilingual English and Spanish support.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-passenger-vehicle-after-a-serious-hig-photo-5-3-1024x572.jpg\" alt=\"Damaged semi truck and passenger vehicle after a serious highway collision.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" width=\"1024\" height=\"572\" srcset=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-passenger-vehicle-after-a-serious-hig-photo-5-3-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-passenger-vehicle-after-a-serious-hig-photo-5-3-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-passenger-vehicle-after-a-serious-hig-photo-5-3-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-passenger-vehicle-after-a-serious-hig-photo-5-3-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/damaged-semi-truck-and-passenger-vehicle-after-a-serious-hig-photo-5-3.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Have questions about what happened?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask our team directly. The first conversation is free, confidential, and there is no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Talk to a Motorcycle Accident Amputation Lawyer<\/h2>\n<p>If you lost a limb in a motorcycle crash, you may be entitled to recover for lifetime care, lost income, and the toll on your life. You don&#8217;t have to face the insurance companies alone.<\/p>\n<p>Your case evaluation is free, confidential, and comes with no obligation and no upfront cost. We serve riders and families in English and Spanish.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact CHG Personal Injury Lawyers for your free<\/a> case evaluation<\/strong>, or learn more on our <a href=\"\/resources\/amputation-limb-loss-injury-claims\/\">amputation and limb loss resource hub<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This is attorney advertising. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Act Quickly<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Motorcycle accident claims are subject to strict time limits. The sooner you reach out, the sooner we can gather evidence, preserve witness statements, and build your case. 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