Why Choose Vendt Accident Attorneys

When you’re recovering from a motorcycle accident, you need more than just legal representation—you need an attorney who understands what you’re going through and fights relentlessly on your behalf. Vendt Accident Attorneys was built on a personal understanding of injury victims’ struggles, and we bring that perspective to every case we handle.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Personal experience with injury: Attorney Frank J. Vendt Jr. knows firsthand what it’s like to be injured and fight for recovery. That personal perspective shapes how we treat every client.
• We handle everything: From gathering evidence to negotiating with insurance companies to preparing for trial, we take over the entire legal process so you can focus on healing.
• No upfront costs: We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing unless we win your case. No retainers, no hourly fees, no financial risk.
• We fight bias against riders: Insurance companies assume motorcyclists are reckless. We counter that prejudice with hard evidence, expert testimony, and aggressive advocacy.
• Trial-ready representation: We don’t just negotiate—we prepare every case for trial. Insurance companies know we’re willing to go to court, and that changes how they approach settlement.
• Customized legal strategy: We don’t treat clients like file numbers. We build a strategy around your specific injuries, financial situation, and long-term goals.
• Maximum compensation: We pursue every dollar Texas law allows, including future medical costs, lost earning capacity, and non-economic damages that other firms overlook.

How We Prove the Other Driver Was at Fault

Establishing fault in a motorcycle accident requires more than a police report. Vendt Accident Attorneys builds a detailed, evidence-based case using multiple sources.

We analyze skid marks, debris patterns, and vehicle damage to reconstruct the crash. We also obtain the Event Data Recorder (EDR) data from the at-fault vehicle. An EDR, sometimes called a black box, records speed, braking, and steering activity in the seconds before impact.

We also review 911 call audio, interview eyewitnesses, and pull surveillance footage from businesses and traffic cameras near the crash site. This evidence allows us to present a clear, factual account of what happened.

What Texas Motorcycle Laws Mean for Your Case

Several Texas laws directly affect how fault is determined in a motorcycle accident claim. Knowing these rules helps you understand your rights.

• Helmet law: Riders over 21 who have completed an approved safety course or carry qualifying health insurance are not required to wear a helmet. Not wearing a helmet does not prevent you from filing a claim.
• Class M license: Texas requires a Class M license to legally operate a motorcycle. If the other driver was unlicensed, that fact strengthens your case.
• Lane splitting: Lane splitting is illegal in Texas. If lane splitting is alleged against you, we challenge that claim with scene evidence.
• Full lane rights: Motorcyclists are legally entitled to the full use of their lane, just like any other vehicle on the road.

Can You Still File a Claim If You Were Not Wearing a Helmet?

Yes. Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule, also called the 51% rule. This means you can recover compensation as long as you are found to be 50% or less responsible for the accident.

Not wearing a helmet may be raised by the insurance company to reduce your compensation. We address this argument directly with medical and legal evidence to protect the value of your claim.

How Insurance Companies Fight Motorcycle Claims

Insurance companies use specific tactics to reduce or deny motorcycle accident claims. Knowing what to expect helps you avoid costly mistakes.

• Early lowball offers: Insurers often make a quick, low settlement offer before you know the full extent of your injuries. We reject inadequate offers and build a complete picture of your damages first.
• Blame shifting: Adjusters frequently argue that the motorcyclist was speeding or behaving recklessly. We use physical evidence and expert analysis to prove what actually happened.
• Recorded statement requests: Giving a recorded statement without legal guidance can seriously damage your claim. We handle all communications so your words cannot be used against you.

One thing we see in virtually every New Braunfels motorcycle case is the insurer’s medical reviewer disputing the severity of road rash injuries, arguing they are minor soft tissue wounds rather than the complex, infection-prone trauma they actually are. We now routinely include a treatment narrative from the attending wound care specialist in our demand packages, which consistently shuts down those disputes before they become a negotiation issue.

How Long Do You Have To File a Claim in Texas?

Texas law gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline means losing your right to compensation entirely.

Acting quickly also protects your evidence. Surveillance footage is often deleted within days, witness memories fade, and physical evidence at the scene disappears. Contacting Vendt Accident Attorneys right away gives us the best opportunity to build a strong case on your behalf.

Call (832) 490-7088 or contact us online to get your free case evaluation.