[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.kregerbrodish.com\/blog\/what-is-a-no-contact-motorcycle-accident\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.kregerbrodish.com\/blog\/what-is-a-no-contact-motorcycle-accident\/","headline":"What Is a No-Contact Motorcycle Accident?","name":"What Is a No-Contact Motorcycle Accident?","description":"Not all motorcycle accidents involve a collision with another vehicle. Sometimes, a motorcycle rider must swerve or lay down their bike to avoid hitting a car. Even though the two vehicles don\u2019t collide, the motorcyclist can suffer serious injuries. This...","datePublished":"2022-10-27","dateModified":"2026-04-15","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.kregerbrodish.com\/blog\/author\/ben\/#Person","name":"Ben Brodish","url":"https:\/\/www.kregerbrodish.com\/blog\/author\/ben\/","identifier":38,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f221a297abf6cbe2df0bc8a28b63c07d0af2345f318c21b1e8cc223e420692e1?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f221a297abf6cbe2df0bc8a28b63c07d0af2345f318c21b1e8cc223e420692e1?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Kreger Brodish LLP","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.kregerbrodish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Kreger-Brodish-LLP-Logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.kregerbrodish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Kreger-Brodish-LLP-Logo.png","width":417,"height":225}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.kregerbrodish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/no-contact-accident.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.kregerbrodish.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/no-contact-accident.jpg","height":600,"width":600},"url":"https:\/\/www.kregerbrodish.com\/blog\/what-is-a-no-contact-motorcycle-accident\/","about":["Car Accidents"],"wordCount":447,"articleBody":"Not all motorcycle accidents involve a collision with another vehicle. Sometimes, a motorcycle rider must swerve or lay down their bike to avoid hitting a car. Even though the two vehicles don\u2019t collide, the motorcyclist can suffer serious injuries. This is known as a no-contact motorcycle accident and can be as devastating as any other type of accident.If you were hurt in a motorcycle accident, you might be entitled to seek compensation from another negligent party for your injuries and other losses \u2014 even if another vehicle never hit you. To learn more about determining fault in a no-contact motorcycle accident, reach out to the Durham motorcycle accident lawyers at Kreger Brodish LLP for a free case review.Can I Sue for a No-Contact Motorcycle Accident in North Carolina?You have the right to sue the at-fault driver for a no-contact motorcycle accident in North Carolina if you can prove they caused the crash. Your lawyer can investigate the accident, gather evidence to determine who is at fault, and build a strong case in your favor. They can also identify all potential sources of compensation, whether through an insurance claim or a personal injury lawsuit.Who Is At Fault for a No-Contact Motorcycle Accident in Durham?Proving fault for a non-contact motorcycle accident is based on negligence. Your lawyer must prove the other driver had a legal obligation to exercise reasonable care but failed to do so, leading to your injuries. For instance, if your attorney can prove the other driver cut you off in traffic and you had to crash your motorcycle to avoid a collision, the driver could be found negligent and liable for your injuries.Your motorcycle accident attorney may use evidence such as the following to support your claim:Police accident reportSurveillance and dashcam footageEyewitness statementsMedical recordsExpert witness testimonyPhotos and videos of the accident sceneWhat Compensation Can I Recover After a No-Contact Motorcycle Crash?If you can prove the at-fault driver was responsible for your crash, they may owe you compensation for your injuries. A Durham motorcycle accident attorney can help you calculate your losses and demand fair compensation. You may be entitled to financial recovery for losses such as:Medical expensesRehabilitation costsLost income while you\u2019re recoveringFuture lost incomePain and sufferingTalk to Our Experienced Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Durham, NC TodayA no-contact motorcycle accident can be just as catastrophic as any other crash. If you were injured in a motorcycle accident, the Durham personal injury lawyers at Kreger Brodish LLP are here to help. Reach out to our experienced motorcycle accident lawyers in Durham today for a free consultation."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.kregerbrodish.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"What Is a No-Contact Motorcycle Accident?","item":"https:\/\/www.kregerbrodish.com\/blog\/what-is-a-no-contact-motorcycle-accident\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]