Yes, you can sue for a rear-end motorcycle collision. Typically, your claim would be filed against the driver who hit you. According to the American Bar Association (ABA), most motorcycle accident cases are settled out of court, but if the insurance company denies your claim, acts in bad faith, or offers an unfairly low settlement, you have the right to take legal action.

In Nevada, the statute of limitations to file a personal injury lawsuit is two years from the date of the accident, as outlined in NRS §11.190(4)(e).

Filing a lawsuit after a motorcycle crash isn’t always straightforward, especially if the other driver denies fault. That’s where our attorneys at High Stakes Injury Law come in. We can guide you through the process, build a strong case, and fight for the compensation you deserve.

Determining Who’s at Fault

We’ll start by reviewing the facts and evidence to identify who caused the crash. Nevada law doesn’t require the other party to be 100% at fault. As long as they’re more than 50% responsible, you may be eligible to recover compensation under NRS §41A.097(2).

Helpful evidence can include:

• Police reports
• Eyewitness testimony
• Traffic or dash camera footage

Once fault is established, we can discuss whether filing a lawsuit is in your best interest.

Can You Settle Without Going to Court in Nevada?

In many rear-end motorcycle collision cases, fault is clear. If so, we can try to negotiate a fair settlement with the at-fault driver’s insurance company—sometimes even while a lawsuit is pending.

This process includes:

• Calculating your damages: We’ll tally up your current and future medical bills, lost wages, reduced earning ability, and pain and suffering to determine what your case is truly worth. 
• Reviewing insurance coverage: Nevada requires all drivers to carry liability insurance. We’ll evaluate the available coverage to understand your options. 
• Protecting you from bad faith: If the insurance company delays, denies, or lowballs your claim unfairly, we’ll push back on your behalf.

If a fair agreement is reached, you won’t need to go to court.

Going to Court After a Rear-End Motorcycle Collision

If negotiations fail, we’ll take your case to court and sue the at-fault driver directly. While the lawsuit is filed against the driver, their insurance company may hire an attorney to defend them.

To support your case, we may need to:

• Collect and present evidence
• Consult with accident reconstruction experts
• Review your medical records
• Cross-examine witnesses
• Adhere to filing deadlines
• Represent you at trial

Remember, you generally have just two years to file a lawsuit after your accident.

High Stakes Injury Law Is Ready to Help

If you were rear-ended on your motorcycle, don’t try to navigate the legal system alone. Our experienced attorneys can explain your rights and determine whether a lawsuit is your best path forward.

We work on a contingency-fee basis, which means you don’t pay us unless we win for you. Contact High Stakes Injury Law today to get started!