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Legally Reviewed by Michael Lerner on June 9, 2026
Motorcycle accidents in Bucks County cause some of the most severe injuries we see. Riders have no crumple zone, no airbag, and no door frame between them and the road. When another driver fails to check a blind spot, runs a red light on Route 1, or cuts across US-202 without seeing a motorcycle, the consequences are catastrophic — traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, shattered limbs, and road rash that requires skin grafts. And then the insurance company shows up and argues the rider was reckless.
At Lerner, Steinberg and Associates, we have been fighting that bias for over 34 years from our office in Feasterville-Trevose. We know how Bucks County juries think, how local defense firms operate, and exactly how to counter the stereotypes that insurance adjusters rely on to undervalue motorcycle injury claims. One critical fact most riders do not know: Pennsylvania’s limited tort restriction does not apply to motorcycles. If you were injured on a motorcycle, your pain and suffering damages are not capped — regardless of any limited tort election on your auto policy. That is a significant advantage, and it is one we use.
⚠ Time-Sensitive — Pennsylvania Law Limits Your Window to File
Bucks County motorcycle accident victims have 2 years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury claim — missing this deadline permanently bars your right to compensation.
You work directly with Mike Lerner or Ben Steinberg — never a paralegal. No fee unless we win. Call (215) 714-1500.
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Motorcycle injury cases require a different approach than car accident cases. The evidence we gather, the experts we retain, and the arguments we anticipate are all shaped by the specific dynamics of a crash involving a motorcycle and a motor vehicle. From the first call, we:
Pennsylvania follows modified comparative negligence under 42 Pa.C.S.A. § 7102. You can still recover damages even if you are found partially at fault, as long as your share of blame is 50% or less — but your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurance companies routinely attempt to inflate the rider’s fault percentage to reduce the payout. We push back on that directly with evidence.
Bucks County’s mix of high-speed arterials, rural two-lanes, and congested suburban corridors creates specific hazards for motorcyclists. The crashes we see most frequently involve:
The majority of motorcycle accidents in Bucks County are caused by drivers who fail to see or yield to riders. Left-turn collisions at intersections are the single most common scenario — a driver turns left across a rider’s path, misjudging the motorcycle’s speed or simply not seeing it. Other common causes include lane changes without checking mirrors, rear-end collisions at stop lights on Route 1 and US-202, and distracted driving. In every case, the default defense is to suggest the rider was speeding or lane-splitting, regardless of the actual evidence.
Hazards that a car driver would barely notice can be fatal for a motorcyclist. Potholes, uneven pavement, gravel on curves, wet leaves, oil patches, and poorly marked construction zones all create serious crash risks. When a Bucks County government entity or contractor created or failed to remediate a hazard, we investigate whether a claim against the responsible agency is appropriate alongside the primary negligence claim.
Motorcycle accident injuries are disproportionately severe compared to car accidents at the same speed. The cases we handle most often involve traumatic brain injury (with or without a helmet), spinal cord injuries and paralysis, fractures of the pelvis, femur, and lower extremities, internal organ damage from blunt impact, severe road rash requiring debridement and skin grafting, and crush injuries to hands, wrists, and feet. Many of these injuries require multiple surgeries, months of inpatient rehabilitation, and permanent lifestyle modifications. We account for all of it — not just the bills you have today, but the care you will need for years. According to PennDOT crash data, motorcyclists are disproportionately represented in fatal and serious injury crashes across Pennsylvania each year.
Our office in Feasterville-Trevose is a short ride from the roads where most Bucks County motorcycle accidents happen — Route 1 through Langhorne and Bensalem, US-202 between Doylestown and New Britain, and the two-lane routes through Upper Bucks that attract riders on weekends. Mike Lerner and Ben Steinberg handle cases personally. You work directly with the attorneys from the first call through resolution — not a case manager or paralegal who hands you off when things get complicated. We know the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas, the local defense firms, and the insurance companies that cover the largest employers and carriers in this market.
Motorcycle accident cases attract adjuster bias from the first notice of claim. Insurers flag these files for closer scrutiny, assign more experienced adjusters, and push harder to establish contributory negligence. We have been on the other side of that playbook for over 34 years. When we open a motorcycle file, we document everything that protects you — your riding record, your training history, your helmet and gear use, and the physical evidence that shows what actually happened — before the insurer’s version of events calcifies.
We handle all personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay nothing upfront, and we only collect a fee if we secure compensation for you. We’re confident in our ability to win your case.
There is no upfront cost to hire us. We work entirely on contingency — no fee unless we recover compensation for you. We advance all case costs including investigation, experts, and court filings. If we do not recover, you owe us nothing.
No. Pennsylvania limited tort applies only to private passenger automobiles. Injured motorcyclists can pursue full pain and suffering damages regardless of any limited tort election on their auto policy. This is one of the most important distinctions in motorcycle cases.
Pennsylvania statute of limitations for personal injury claims is two years from the date of the accident. If you miss that deadline, your claim is permanently barred. Evidence also disappears quickly after a crash. The sooner you contact an attorney, the stronger your case will be.
Possibly. Pennsylvania does not require helmets for adult riders with two years of experience or who have completed an approved safety course. The absence of a helmet does not bar recovery, but the insurance company may argue it increased the severity of head injuries. We address that argument with medical evidence showing the actual cause and extent of injuries.
Under Pennsylvania modified comparative negligence, you can still recover damages as long as your share of fault is 50% or less. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault. We investigate independently to counter any narrative that inflates your share of the blame.
St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, Doylestown Hospital, Lower Bucks Hospital in Bristol, and St. Luke Upper Bucks in Quakertown all handle motorcycle trauma in Bucks County. More severe cases are often transferred to a Level I trauma center in Philadelphia.
Pennsylvania law allows motorcycle accident victims to recover medical expenses (current and future), lost wages and reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, permanent disfigurement or disability, and property damage including the motorcycle itself. Because limited tort does not apply, there is no threshold requirement for pain and suffering recovery.
Meet with our attorneys to discuss your case at no cost.
We thoroughly investigate your accident, gather evidence, and consult with experts if needed.
We help coordinate your medical care and ensure all injuries are properly documented.
Our team builds a compelling case demonstrating liability and the full extent of your damages.
We negotiate aggressively with insurance companies for a fair settlement.
If a fair settlement can’t be reached, we’re prepared to take your case to court.
If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident due to a property owner’s negligence, you need skilled legal representation to protect your rights. Insurance companies often minimize these injuries or try to blame the victim, making it difficult to receive fair compensation without proper legal help.
Let our experienced slip and fall attorneys at Lerner Steinberg & Associates fight for the maximum compensation you deserve while you focus on your recovery. We understand the challenges these cases present and have the knowledge, resources, and determination to help you rebuild your life after a serious injury.
