Getting into a motorcycle accident is just the beginning of a long and arduous journey. First, you’re left with serious injuries that require your full attention. Then, you start missing days from work––compromising your financial stability. When staring the claims process in the face, you want more than legal support; you want a committed advocate.
If you or your loved one suffered injuries in a motorcycle crash, Meldon Law can seek fair compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and more. We serve clients with compassion and integrity, and it would be our honor to take on your fight like it’s our own. We will not back down until you get the personal injury awards you need and deserve.
Our Motorcycle Attorneys Will Fight to Get You Back on Your Feet
Our firm has served personal injury clients for close to 50 years. We know what it takes to get your life back on track and hold the at-fault parties accountable for their negligent actions.
We Will Protect Your Financial Stability
Unlike car and truck drivers, Florida motorcyclists do not operate under the state’s no-fault insurance system. This means, rather than filing a claim with their own insurer, they must file a claim with the negligent party’s insurance company.
If a negligent party caused your crash, our lawyers will work tirelessly to identify and pursue every economic and non-economic damage, including:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost income
- Loss of future earning capacity
- Motorcycle and personal property damages
- Severe and chronic pain
- Loss of mobility
- Severe and disabling injuries
- Stress
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Inconvenience
- Reduced quality of life
We Aim to Relieve Your Legal Burdens
Our Lake City motorcycle accident attorney will take the time to listen to your needs, so we can craft a tailor-made legal strategy. Resolving your case with the best possible outcome is our top priority.
When you work with us, you get a full-service legal team with a proven track record of success. We will handle every detail of your insurance claim or lawsuit so you can worry about what is most important: your health and your loved ones. We will:
- Explain your case in simple, easy-to-understand language
- Collect evidence and build a case proving another party is at fault for your crash and related damages
- Communicate with insurers and involved parties on your behalf (and advise you regarding what you should and should not say)
- File your insurance claim or lawsuit
- Manage paperwork and deadlines
- Negotiate for the maximum possible compensation
- Stand up for your rights and best interests
- Prepare your case for civil court and represent you at trial if necessary
We Care About Our Clients
Advocating for the injured isn’t just our job; it’s our calling. At Meldon Law, we truly care about our clients, and we offer:
- Compassion. We know this is a difficult time, and we know you have your choice of attorneys. We do not take it lightly when clients turn to us for help. We strive to offer top-notch representation grounded in compassion and support.
- Accountability. We take your case just as seriously as you do. In fact, we assume the financial risk by taking cases on contingency. If we do not obtain awards for you and your family, we do not get paid.
- Reliability. You will never be in the dark about your case. We promptly return your phone calls and emails, offering regular case updates.
- Excellence. Our firm boasts an award-winning team of experienced attorneys and litigators.
- Success-driven results. We have achieved settlements and verdicts for personal injury clients, including a $1.45 million motorcycle accident settlement for a client who suffered a severe injury after being hit by a car.
"Some of the staff have been there for many years and they always make me feel welcomed when I contact them. They have been so much help over the years. Meldon Law’s knowledge and experience always gets the job done right and my results haven amazing."
Catherine P.
December 2024
"It has been a real pleasure to deal with Jeffery and Stacy. Jeffery is all about his clients. What is best for the clients well being. He is a great attorney. If you need an accident attorney or a referral this is the man to be talking with. He will now be my attorney for life. Jeffery and Stacy, thank you ever so much."
Hazel J.
March 2025
"Jeffrey and his team were great throughout the whole process of my settlement for an auto accident! They handled everything which made it much easier on me! They were able to navigate the ins and outs of the insurance companies and helped me receive my settlement in a timely manner! Great customer service all around. Would definitely recommend them! They made it much easier to move on from my auto accident! Thanks again!"
Justin W.
April 2024
"My first experience with meldon was amazing. The whole staff willing to talk and listen. They were very helpful and guided me threw the whole process. If you went anywhere else I’m sorry for you !!!!!"
Jabari A.
June 2024
How Long Do You Have to Pursue a Motorcycle Accident Case in Florida?
Florida recently reduced the statute of limitations for personal injury cases. According to HB 837/SB236, you now have only two years from your accident to file suit (down from four years). Florida Statutes § 95.11(4)(d) give you two years from a loved one’s passing to file a wrongful death case.
Failing to meet the deadline will likely lead to the court dismissing your case. An expired statute will also reduce your insurance bargaining power. Our team can explore your options for seeking compensation and act before it is too late.
We Can Prove Liability for Your Motorcycle Crash
Lake City is a gorgeous community that enjoys beautiful weather all year round. It is the perfect place for motorcycle enthusiasts, but unfortunately, a day spent riding does not always turn out well. Motorcyclists have very little protection when on the road. Therefore, they suffer some of the worst injuries when they are in an accident.
If your accident resulted from another driver’s careless, reckless, or wrongful behavior, we can prove they are liable for your crash. We can collect physical evidence, consult with eyewitnesses, work with experts, and build a case demonstrating negligence and your right to damages.
Negligent actions we can hold drivers accountable for include:
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Improper lane changes
- Driving under the influence
- Improper left turns
- Crowding a motorcyclist’s lane
- Following a motorcycle too closely
What if You Are At Fault?
In addition to altering the statute of limitations, HB 837 prohibits plaintiffs from recovering damages if they are more than 50 percent at fault for their personal injury. Our lawyers can use their decades of legal experience to show that someone else is liable – not you!
Contact Meldon Law About Your Motorcycle Accident Case Today
At Meldon Law, our Lake City personal injury lawyers can recover the fair settlement you deserve. Do not face biased insurance companies and juries on your own. We are here to fight for you. Call us today to start a free case review.
Lake City Motorcycle Accident FAQs
Can I recover if the driver says they never saw my motorcycle before changing lanes or pulling out in Lake City?
Yes. Not seeing a motorcycle is not a legal defense if the other driver made an unsafe lane change or turned left without yielding. Florida law requires drivers to make lane movements only when they can be made safely and to yield when turning left, and the Lake City motorcycle page identifies improper lane changes and improper left turns as common causes of these crashes. A Lake City motorcycle accident lawyer can use those rules to frame fault clearly.
Can you help if the insurance company is trying to blame me for a motorcycle crash in Lake City?
Yes. Florida’s modified comparative fault rule means your recovery is reduced by your share of fault and barred only if you are found more than 50 percent responsible. A motorcycle accident attorney can challenge biker-bias arguments and force the insurer to back up its accusations with actual evidence.
Can I still recover compensation if I was not wearing a helmet during my Lake City motorcycle crash?
Often, yes. Florida allows riders over 21 to ride without a helmet if they carry at least $10,000 in qualifying medical benefits, and the lack of a helmet does not automatically excuse a driver who caused the crash. A Lake City motorcycle accident lawyer will usually focus on separating crash fault from arguments about the extent of head-injury damages.
How long do I have to file a motorcycle accident lawsuit in Lake City?
Generally, two years from the crash for a negligence-based personal injury lawsuit in Florida. A motorcycle accident attorney should be brought in well before that deadline so witness statements, inspection evidence, and crash documentation are preserved.
Meldon Law
Address: 2941 W US Hwy 90 Suite 117, Lake City, FL 32055, United States
Phone: 352-373-8000
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