Summer weather presents more opportunities to take your motorcycle out on the road. Unfortunately, it also increases the chances of being injured in an accident caused by a careless driver. What you do in the immediate aftermath of an accident may have a serious impact on your ability to collect damages later, so the accident lawyers at Hartford's Peck & Peck Attorneys At Law have a few tips that will help you achieve the best outcome from this difficult situation.

If you're in a motorcycle accident, it's important to:

• Seek Medical Attention: If you're seriously injured, taking care of yourself and your health is the first priority. Even if you don't think your injuries are that severe and visiting the ER can wait, make sure you see a doctor as soon as possible. Some soft-tissue injuries don't emerge until later, and you'll want as much documentation as possible.
• Call The Police: Even if no one has been seriously injured, having a police report to present to your insurance company can be extremely beneficial when making your claim. Ask to review the report for accuracy before the officers leave.
• Collect Witness Information: Getting the contact information of the other driver (or drivers) is absolutely vital. It’s also important to get the information of any bystanders who might have seen what happened.
• Contact An Accident Lawyer: Unless the damage to your bike is very minor, you should have an accident lawyer represent your interests. Without legal representation, insurers will often make the lowest settlement offer possible in an effort to save money.

Peck & Peck Attorneys At Law have extensive experience in helping clients throughout the area collect compensation for their property loss and injuries. Visit their website to see their expansive list of services, or call (860) 236-4782 to discuss your case with an accident lawyer today. You can also find the legal team on Facebook and Google +.