Tampa Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

The "Biker Stereotype" Problem

Insurance companies and defense lawyers often try to portray motorcyclists as reckless risk-takers who caused their own injuries—even when the crash was clearly caused by a negligent driver. This unfair stereotype can reduce your compensation or even prevent recovery entirely if not aggressively challenged.

Cardinal Law presents the facts: you're a responsible rider who was obeying all traffic laws when a negligent driver violated your right of way. We use accident reconstruction experts, witness testimony, and video evidence to prove the truth and overcome bias.

Proving the Other Driver's Fault

Because motorcyclists face bias, we must build an overwhelming case proving the other driver's negligence. We thoroughly investigate every Tampa motorcycle accident to document:

• Traffic violations by the at-fault driver
• Driver distraction (phone records, witnesses)
• Your safe riding practices and compliance with laws
• Physical evidence from the scene and vehicles

Helmet Law

Florida requires motorcycle riders under 21 to wear helmets. Riders 21 and older can ride without a helmet if they carry at least $10,000 in medical insurance coverage.

Important: Not wearing a helmet does NOT prevent you from recovering compensation if the crash was caused by a negligent driver. Insurance companies will try to use your helmet choice against you—Cardinal Law protects your rights regardless of helmet use.

Lane Splitting

Lane splitting (riding between lanes of stopped or slow traffic) is currently illegal in Florida. However, many riders engage in this practice, especially in Tampa's heavy traffic.

If you were lane splitting when a crash occurred, it doesn't automatically bar recovery—but it can be used to argue comparative negligence. Cardinal Law minimizes the impact of comparative fault arguments and maximizes your compensation.