Brooklyn Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Honest, Aggressive Representation for Riders Across Kings County
The Law Offices of Eric Richman represent motorcycle riders hurt on Brooklyn roads, from the Belt Parkway merges at Bay Ridge to the left turns drivers make across a rider’s lane on Flatbush Avenue. Eric Richman has handled motorcycle and car accident cases in New York City and Brooklyn for over 25 years and earned a 5.0 rating across over 207 Google reviews. Our fee stays fixed at one-third, and you pay nothing unless we win.
Brooklyn carries the heaviest motorcycle crash count in New York City. NYPD data recorded 329 Brooklyn crashes during 2025 with a motorcycle as the first vehicle involved, ahead of Queens at 201 and Manhattan at 132. Those crashes injured 276 people and killed eight.
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Call us at (800) 801-9655 to discuss your case or request a free consultation online.
Motorcycle Accident Legal Services in Brooklyn
Here are just a few:
Injured in a Brooklyn Motorcycle Crash?
The cause of your Brooklyn motorcycle crash can shape your injury claim and the evidence you need to prove it. Left-turn collisions, unsafe lane changes, and rear-end crashes each raise different questions about driver fault, available insurance, and your injuries.
If a driver hit you on a Brooklyn street, your claim may extend beyond the driver. Vehicle and Traffic Law § 388 holds a vehicle owner responsible for the driver’s negligence, while a company may also be liable when a commercial driver causes a crash. Our attorneys investigate every insurance policy connected to the vehicle that hit you.
Left-Turn and Intersection Crashes
Under Vehicle and Traffic Law § 1141, drivers turning left must yield to oncoming traffic. Failure to yield caused 1,691 reported Brooklyn crashes during 2025. Intersections near Flatbush Avenue and Atlantic Avenue can leave riders directly in the path of a driver who fails to look carefully.
We seek traffic-signal timing records, intersection camera footage, and witness statements before that evidence disappears.
Lane-Change and Blind-Spot Crashes
Unsafe lane changes caused 274 Brooklyn crashes during 2025. Improper passing or lane use caused another 801. Short entrance ramps along the Belt Parkway and lane drops on the Gowanus Expressway can force drivers into a rider already holding the lane.
Insurers may respond by accusing the rider of lane splitting or speeding. We counter those claims with scene measurements, phone records, and event data recorder information from the vehicle that hit you.
Rear-End and Stopped-Traffic Crashes
Following too closely caused 1,027 reported Brooklyn crashes during 2025. Traffic near the Williamsburg Bridge and Manhattan Bridge approaches can leave a rider trapped between vehicles. Even a low-speed rear-end collision can throw you from your motorcycle, and back or spinal injuries may not appear immediately.
We document delayed symptoms through your medical records and treatment history so an insurer cannot dismiss your injuries simply because they developed later.
If a Brooklyn crash put you in the hospital, speak with an experienced attorney before giving a statement or signing anything from an insurance company.
Recover What the Crash Actually Cost You
Compare Us Against Every Other Brooklyn Firm
| What worries you after the crash | The Law Offices of Eric Richman | Other Personal Injury Attorneys |
|---|---|---|
| Nobody will take my call | Eric or an experienced attorney on his team speaks with you directly, 24 hours a day, in English or Spanish. | An intake screener may take your details, and a paralegal returns the call days later. |
| They will blame me for riding a motorcycle | I answer the speeding accusation with signal timing and scene measurements from the Brooklyn intersection where you went down. | They may accept the insurer’s version of the crash and negotiate it down. |
| My no-fault coverage will not pay | New York excludes riders from no-fault benefits, and I open the uninsured and underinsured coverage that still pays. | They may treat the file like a car case and find the coverage problem months in. |
| The fee will grow as the case drags | My fee stays at one-third from day one through trial. | NEVER |
| They will settle cheap to close the file | I try the case when an insurer refuses to pay what your injuries are worth. | They may settle on the first reasonable offer because trial costs them money. |
| I will be told what I want to hear | I tell you honestly that serious injury cases take years. | They may promise a payout within a year to get your signature. |
Our Proven Results
Getting Our Clients The Best Results is Our Top Priority
After a site accident, you face pain, lost income, and pressure to sign paperwork you have not read. Our team works around the clock to help clients get the justice they deserve.
Some of our most recent settlements are listed below:
$1,500,000
Pedestrian Accident
While crossing the street at a crosswalk, a pedestrian was recklessly run over by an inattentive driver. Eric successfully proved the case to the Judge. At that point, the Trial proceeded only on a partial basis – to determine the amount owed to the Plaintiff for her injuries. Due to the Plaintiff’s multiple back fractures and surgeries, Eric was able to obtain $1,500,000 to compensate her for her pain and suffering.
$1,500,000
Homicide Victim / Negligent Security
A tenant was tragically murdered in her New York City apartment. Her family retained the Law Office of Eric Richman, Esq. Our office immediately started a negligent security case against the insurance company for the landlord.
We hired safety experts to make the case as strong as possible. Eric was able to prove that the victim’s building was unsafe and was a magnet for crime. The case settled for $1,500,000.
$1,100,000
Pedestrian Accident
After being struck by a motor vehicle while crossing the street, a client was hospitalized for several months with multiple fractures, head injuries, and surgeries. An expert in accident reconstruction analysis proved that the accident was the driver’s fault.
One of our most significant victories in Westchester County was securing a major settlement for victims of the tragic Metro-North train crash. This high-profile case not only highlighted our relentless pursuit of justice but also demonstrated our deep understanding of the complex legal and logistical challenges unique to Westchester wrongful death cases. Read more about this landmark result in our press release here.
About Eric Richman
Eric Richman, Esq., represents people injured in accidents throughout New York City and the surrounding areas. He has recovered millions of dollars for injured clients and brings extensive experience to every case he handles. When you call the firm, you will speak with Eric or an experienced attorney on his team, day or night.
Summary of Accomplishments:
- JD from The University of Pennsylvania Law School; Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa
- Bar Admissions in New York & New Jersey
- Recognized as one of the best personal injury lawyers in NYC by expertise.com
- Regular appearances on NY1
Recognition in The Media: Known For His Legal Expertise
Eric has been recognized by many of the largest news outlets in the world, including The New York Times, New York Daily News, New York Post, Newsday, WCBS-TV, and 1010 WINS.
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Client Reviews: What Our Clients Have to Say
Eric treats clients with the respect and compassion they need during a difficult stretch of their lives. No client here is just another case file, and our previous clients say it better than we can.
Eric Richman is the consummate professional: measured, thoughtful, and fair. Will continue to seek his counsel on matters great and small—nothing but the highest praise for his work
Nationally Recognized Personal Injury Law Firm
Locations We Serve
The Law Offices of Eric Richman is located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan; however, Eric provides outstanding personal injury legal representation to individuals and families who have suffered injuries throughout the state of New York, including:
Other Areas of Practice: How We Serve Our Clients
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does my own no-fault insurance cover a motorcycle crash in New York?
No. New York law excludes motorcycle operators and passengers from the no-fault medical benefits car drivers receive automatically. Your bills fall to the at-fault driver’s liability coverage, your own uninsured motorist coverage, or health insurance. I identify every applicable policy before the bills reach collections.
Can I still recover if I was not wearing a helmet?
Yes. New York requires a helmet for every rider, and riding without one can reduce an award for head injuries under comparative fault. The reduction reaches only the harm a helmet would have prevented, and it never bars a claim. I document the injuries a helmet would not have changed.
How long do I have to file a Brooklyn motorcycle claim?
Three years from the crash date under CPLR 214 for claims against private drivers. A crash involving a New York City vehicle demands a notice of claim within 90 days. Call early, because camera footage along a Brooklyn corridor disappears long before any deadline arrives.
Will my case go to trial?
Most injury cases resolve before trial, and I prepare every file as though a jury will hear it. That preparation gives the insurer a reason to pay fairly. You decide whether to accept any offer, and I give you the honest numbers behind each one.
What does hiring a motorcycle accident lawyer cost me?
Nothing upfront. My fee stays at one-third of the recovery, and the percentage never changes. You owe no fee unless we win. Case expenses come out of the recovery, and I walk you through each one in writing before you sign anything.
Put a Proven Injury Trial Lawyer on Your Case Today
Call the Law Offices of Eric Richman now and speak with Eric or an experienced attorney on his team. A 5.0 Google rating across 200+ reviews and more than 25 years of injury practice back the work. The case review costs nothing, and you owe no fee unless we win.