Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Serving Green Bay and Northeast Wisconsin
You ride because you love it. When another driver's mistake puts you on the pavement, the last thing you need is an insurance company treating you like the problem. At Janssen Law, we represent riders — and we know the difference between fault and bias.
Being on a Motorcycle Doesn't Make You at Fault
Insurance adjusters start with assumptions. When a motorcycle is involved, those assumptions almost always run against the rider — regardless of what the evidence shows. It's a pattern we've seen for decades in northeast Wisconsin, and it's one we're built to counter.
Wisconsin follows a modified comparative negligence rule. That means you can recover compensation even if you're found partly responsible for the crash, as long as your share of fault doesn't exceed 51%. What matters is how fault is assigned — and that's where the work happens. We build motorcycle accident cases from physical evidence, crash reconstruction, witness accounts, and medical documentation. Not from what an adjuster decided at a desk.
The Roads We Ride — and What Goes Wrong on Them
The injury profile in a motorcycle accident is fundamentally different from a car crash. There's no frame around you, no airbags, and no crumple zone between you and the road. When something goes wrong at highway speed on a Wisconsin county road, the consequences are severe.
The injuries we see most often in motorcycle accident cases include:
- Road rash requiring skin grafting and leaving permanent scarring
- Traumatic brain injury, with or without a helmet
- Spinal cord injuries and fractures
- Shattered limbs, torn ligaments, and joint damage
- Fatalities, particularly in high-speed or intersection collisions
Higher injury severity means longer recovery, greater medical expense, and more time out of work. It also means higher case value — and a stronger reason to have an attorney who knows how to document and present the full scope of what you've lost.
Dealing with Insurance Companies on Your Behalf
Once we take your case, you stop talking to the insurance company. Their adjusters are trained to minimize payouts, and anything you say can be used to reduce your recovery. We handle all communication, respond to lowball offers with documented counterarguments, and take cases to trial when a fair settlement isn't offered.
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Can I still recover compensation if I wasn't wearing a helmet when I was injured?
Yes. Wisconsin does not require riders 18 and older to wear a helmet, so riding without one is legal. However, the opposing insurance company may argue that your injuries were worsened by the absence of a helmet under Wisconsin's comparative negligence rules. An attorney can challenge that argument with medical evidence and limit any reduction to your recovery.What if the insurance company is saying the accident was my fault?
That's a common opening position from insurers after a motorcycle crash. It doesn't mean it's accurate or final. We investigate independently, build the evidentiary record, and present a documented case for liability. Fault determinations shift when the evidence is properly assembled and presented.How long do I have to file a motorcycle accident claim in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin's statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally three years from the date of the accident. That said, evidence degrades quickly — witness memories fade, surveillance footage gets overwritten, and physical evidence disappears. The earlier you contact an attorney, the stronger your case will be.What kinds of compensation can I recover after a motorcycle accident?
Depending on the circumstances of your crash, you may be able to recover medical expenses (past and future), lost wages and reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, permanent disability or disfigurement, and in fatal cases, wrongful death damages for surviving family members.Will my motorcycle accident case go to trial?
Most cases resolve before trial through negotiation or mediation. However, Janssen Law prepares every case as if it will go before a jury — because that preparation is what produces strong settlements. If the insurance company won't offer fair compensation, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial.