No-Nonsense Help After An Accident
Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Serving Bastrop, Texas
Experienced Legal Help for Injured Riders Across Bastrop County
Motorcycle accidents are often sudden, violent, and life-altering. When a careless driver causes a crash, riders are left to deal with serious injuries, expensive medical bills, and lost income — all while facing an uphill battle with insurance companies that tend to unfairly blame motorcyclists. If you’ve been hurt in a motorcycle accident in Bastrop or anywhere in Bastrop County, you don’t have to face this fight alone.
At the Law Office of Carl Knickerbocker, we represent injured riders and their families across Central Texas, including those in Bastrop, Elgin, Smithville, and surrounding communities. We provide skilled, aggressive, and compassionate legal representation to help motorcycle accident victims recover the compensation they’re owed.
Motorcycle Accidents in Bastrop County
Bastrop County offers some of the most scenic rides in Central Texas — but it also has its dangers. With major highways like Highway 71, Highway 21, State Highway 95, and FM roads crisscrossing the region, there’s a constant mix of local traffic, tourists, and commercial vehicles. This can quickly become a deadly combination for motorcyclists, especially when drivers:
Fail to yield the right of way
Change lanes without checking blind spots
Turn left in front of an oncoming bike
Follow too closely
Drive distracted or under the influence
Even a low-speed motorcycle crash can result in catastrophic injury or death. Unlike passengers in enclosed vehicles, motorcyclists have no external protection — just a helmet and riding gear, if that.
Common Injuries in Motorcycle Accidents
Our firm has seen the devastating toll that motorcycle wrecks take on individuals and families. Injuries are often severe and may include:
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
Broken bones and crushed limbs
Road rash and severe lacerations
Internal bleeding and organ damage
Facial fractures and disfigurement
Amputations
Wrongful death
Recovery can take months or years — and in many cases, victims are left with permanent disabilities. We understand what you’re facing, and we’re here to pursue the compensation that reflects the full scope of your losses.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for:
Medical bills (past and future)
Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Permanent disability or disfigurement
Property damage to your motorcycle
Loss of enjoyment of life
Wrongful death damages (if a loved one passed away)
We don’t just look at what you’ve already lost — we calculate what you’ll need in the future. We consult with medical experts, life care planners, and other specialists to help ensure your settlement or verdict truly meets your needs.
Why Motorcycle Accident Victims in Bastrop Need Legal Help
Insurance companies are quick to blame motorcyclists — regardless of the facts. They often try to settle quickly and cheaply, hoping you’ll accept a lowball offer before you’ve spoken to an attorney. Don’t fall into that trap.
Here’s what we do for our motorcycle accident clients:
Investigate the crash thoroughly
Preserve and analyze physical and digital evidence
Work with crash reconstruction experts
Challenge biased assumptions about rider behavior
Negotiate assertively with the insurance company
File a lawsuit and prepare for trial when necessary
We’re not afraid to take your case all the way. If the insurance company refuses to be fair, we’ll fight for your rights in court.
How Texas Motorcycle Laws Impact Your Case
In Texas, wearing a helmet is not required for riders over 21 who meet certain criteria. However, failure to wear a helmet does not automatically disqualify you from seeking compensation. It may become a factor in your case, but the key question is still: Who caused the crash?
Texas also follows a modified comparative fault rule, which means your compensation can be reduced if you are found partially at fault — but you can still recover damages as long as you are less than 51% responsible. This is why having an experienced attorney is crucial.
Serving Motorcycle Crash Victims Across Bastrop County
We work with injured riders and grieving families throughout the region. Whether your crash occurred in downtown Bastrop, on SH 95, or along a rural county road, we are ready to help.
With years of experience handling personal injury litigation — including motorcycle accidents involving severe and permanent injuries — we are committed to helping you rebuild your life.
Free Consultation for Motorcycle Accident Victims
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident in Bastrop County, you may be facing a long road to recovery — physically, emotionally, and financially. We’re here to guide you through that journey and fight for the justice you deserve.
The Law Office of Carl Knickerbocker offers free consultations and handles motorcycle accident cases on a contingency fee basis. That means you pay nothing unless we win compensation for you.
📞 Contact us today to schedule your free case review.