Scranton Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Sean Quinlan represents motorcycle riders injured throughout Scranton, Lackawanna County, and the Pocono region. From I-81 lane-change crashes to left-turn violations on Spruce Street, we understand the rider bias, the medical realities, and the Pennsylvania law that determines whether you recover full damages.
Why Scranton motorcycle crashes demand a local lawyer
Full tort always applies to motorcycle riders. Under 75 Pa. C.S. § 1705(d), motorcycle riders are not subject to limited tort, even if your auto policy elected limited tort. You retain full rights to recover pain and suffering. Insurance adjusters know this — they just hope you do not.
I-81 and Pocono routes are high-risk for riders. I-81 through Lackawanna County, US-6 (Casey Highway), Route 307 toward the Poconos, and Route 11 produce frequent lane-change, rear-end, and left-turn crashes involving motorcyclists. Twisty Pocono backroads add tar-snake, gravel, and deer-strike hazards that drivers rarely consider.
Rider bias is real and we fight it. Insurance adjusters and defense attorneys routinely blame riders for crashes caused by left-turning cars, lane-change violations, and distracted drivers. We push back hard, with reconstruction, scene photographs, and witness statements that put the focus on driver negligence.
Helmet use does not bar recovery. Pennsylvania law (75 Pa. C.S. § 3525) restricts using helmet non-use as evidence of contributory negligence, and riders over 21 with two years of licensure or a safety course are not required to wear one. The other driver's failure to yield, check blind spots, or stop in time is still the cause of the crash.
Local medical and venue knowledge. Serious Scranton motorcycle crash victims are typically transported to Geisinger CMC or Moses Taylor Hospital. We coordinate with orthopedic, trauma, and neuro specialists, and we litigate in the Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas — a venue with a fair track record for catastrophically injured plaintiffs.
How we build your Scranton motorcycle crash case
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Free consultation — we review the crash report and your insurance policy before any decisions are made.
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Immediate scene investigation in Scranton or Lackawanna County, with preservation of the bike, helmet, and riding gear for forensic analysis.
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Retain a motorcycle-specific accident reconstructionist to document handlebar damage, helmet impact patterns, and skid evidence.
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Full medical workup at Geisinger CMC, Moses Taylor, or Regional Hospital of Scranton, with referrals to orthopedic, neuro, and pain-management specialists.
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Demand package and, if necessary, suit filed in the Lackawanna County Court of Common Pleas — built around a clear, jury-ready story of what the driver did wrong.
What you may recover after a Scranton motorcycle crash
Pennsylvania motorcycle crash victims retain full tort rights and can recover the full range of economic and non-economic damages. Lackawanna County motorcycle cases with serious injuries regularly settle into the six and seven figures when liability is clear and medical documentation is strong.
- Emergency, surgical, and rehabilitation costs at Geisinger CMC, Moses Taylor, or Regional Hospital of Scranton
- Future medical care including revision surgeries, skin grafts, and long-term therapy
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and loss of life's pleasures (riders are NOT bound by limited tort)
- Disfigurement and scarring from road rash, burns, and orthopedic hardware
- Property damage to the motorcycle, helmet, and riding gear
- Wrongful death and survival damages under 42 Pa. C.S. §§ 8301–8302 for fatal crashes
High-risk areas for Scranton motorcycle crashes
Highways & rural routes
- I-81 through Lackawanna County — high-speed lane-change crashes
- Casey Highway (US-6) — two-lane high-speed traffic
- Route 307 toward the Poconos — twisty, gravel-prone backroad
- Route 11 / N. Main Avenue — frequent left-turn violations
City intersections
- Spruce Street & Wyoming Avenue (Courthouse Square)
- Mulberry Street & Adams Avenue
- Meadow Avenue & Moosic Street
- Lackawanna Avenue downtown — dense vehicle/pedestrian mix
Talk to Sean Quinlan about your Scranton motorcycle crash.
No Fee Unless We Win. Call now or request a free case review and Sean Quinlan will personally evaluate your case.