West Des Moines Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

At Hupy and Abraham, we have been representing clients injured in motorcycle accidents since 1969. Our motorcycle accident lawyers have over 170 years of combined experience and we are committed to each and every client whom we represent.

Hupy and Abraham's motorcycle accident attorneys don't just advocate for motorcycle accident victims—they live and breathe the culture. Our lawyers are riders themselves, and they are heavily involved in changing laws, supporting riders’ rights and wearing colors as a part of their everyday lives.

After a motorcycle accident in Iowa, injured riders need top-notch help from experienced attorneys to ensure they get fair treatment from law enforcement and insurance companies. You can learn more about how to protect yourself after a bike accident by reading our free book, The Ultimate Guide for Motorcycle Accident Victims, by browsing our extensive website and by reading the information provided below.

Our West Des Moines ​office is located at: 

1089 Jordan Creek Pkwy, Suite 265
West Des Moines, IA 50266​

Phone: 515-444-5657​

Our Experienced Motorcycle Accident Attorneys and riders Are on Your Side

Our lawyers have represented more than 3,000 motorcycle accident victims in the Midwest, including many here in Iowa. We have recovered tens of millions of dollars for our fellow riders. As lawyers, we are part of one of the top motorcycle accident injury law firms in the country. As riders, we understand what you are going through and we are passionate about making sure that all motorcyclists are treated fairly. Accordingly, we want to share our FREE book, The Ultimate Guide for Motorcycle Accident Victims, with you now and encourage you to browse our website and to contact us via this website to learn more.​

What Is Included in a Recovery?

A fair Iowa motorcycle accident recovery may include compensation for your past, current, and future:

• Medical expenses. Your healthcare expenses may begin the day of the crash and continue for the rest of your life, but you may be able to recover for all medications, surgeries, hospitalizations, doctors’ appointments, and other medical costs.
• Lost income. This includes wages, benefits and other income for both employees and those who are self-employed.
• Out-of-pocket costs. Any expenses you incur as a direct result of the accident may be compensated.
• Pain and suffering. Your physical pain and emotional suffering may be compensated.

These damages can have a profound impact on your future, but first you must make a recovery through a settlement or court verdict.

How Does a Motorcycle Accident Case Work?

A motorcycle accident case formally begins when you file a complaint in court. However, before you do that, it is important to know more about:

• Collecting evidence at the scene of the crash. Pictures, witnesses statements and other evidence from the accident scene may be among the best evidence available in proving liability for the accident.
• Settling your case. Insurance adjusters want to settle your case, but they want to do it for as little as possible. Thus, you need to know how to demand and negotiate a fair settlement.
• The time that you have to file a case. Typically, you have two years to file a lawsuit. However, exceptions to the Iowa statute of limitations exist and could shorten or lengthen that time.
• Whether you have the legal authority to bring a case. As the person who was hurt in the crash or the personal representative of the estate of the person who was killed, you have standing to bring a lawsuit in Iowa.
• What comparative negligence is and whether it may impact your recovery. If you are 51% or more responsible for the accident that hurt you, then you may not be able to recover damages for your injuries. If you were partly—but not primarily—to blame for the crash then you
• Expert witnesses. Expert witnesses can help establish what happened in the crash or the value of your damages; however, they are not required in every case.
• Hiring an attorney. An attorney can make sure that all of your legal rights are protected and can advocate for your full and fair financial recovery.

Motorcycle accident cases can be complicated and the adjusters and lawyers working for insurance companies know how to defend against such claims. You deserve to have the tips and resources that you need to protect your rights too. For example, you deserve to know about…

• How insurance impacts your recovery. The other driver’s insurance, and potentially your own insurance, could be relevant to your recovery.
• Iowa motorcycle laws. Iowa, like all states, regulates motorists—and this includes motorcyclists. As a rider, it is important to understand what the state law says.
• How to get a copy of your police report. The police investigate and report on motorcycle accidents that result in injuries. It is important to know what is in that report that could help or hurt your claim, and it is important to know that the police report is not the only evidence that will determine your recovery.
• How to deal with insurance adjusters. Anything that you say to an insurance adjuster may be misinterpreted and used against you. Accordingly, it is important to be cautious and to understand how to deal with the insurance company after a motorcycle accident.
• The things that you should not do after a crash. Mistakes can prevent your fair recovery. Being aware of potential mistakes is important so that you can avoid them, to the extent possible.

Additionally, you should know that there is often a bias against riders that must be overcome in order to get the recovery that you deserve.

Our Experienced Lawyers Can Help With That

Right now your life is not what you want it to be. The injuries that you suffered in an Iowa motorcycle accident have taken away some of your independence and control. Instead of riding the open road, working, or doing the other things you enjoy, you are in a hospital bed, you are going to medical appointments, or you are stuck at home recovering from your injuries.

As motorcyclists ourselves, we understand just how difficult this is for you. We recognize what someone else’s negligence is costing you and we are committed to helping you get the fair recovery that you deserve so that you can live the future that you envision.

Call us at 515-444-5657​​​ and schedule a free consultation at our Des Moines, Quad Cities, or Cedar Rapids office today.