Motorcycle Accident Attorney Salem, Oregon

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There’s nothing quite like riding through Oregon on two wheels. The winding backroads, the coastal stretches, the quiet morning commutes through Salem. Then, in a split second, a distracted driver drifts into your lane or turns left across your path, and everything changes. If you’re reading this in the aftermath of a crash, we’re glad you found us. You don’t have to sort through what comes next on your own.

At Youd Law, our Salem, OR motorcycle accident lawyer, Lance D. Youd, has spent more than 30 years fighting for injured Oregonians. He knows how insurance adjusters think about riders, and he knows how to push back. When you call, you get Lance himself, not a call center or a junior associate.

Why Motorcycle cases are different

Motorcycle crashes rarely play out like ordinary fender benders. Riders absorb the full force of the impact, injuries tend to be catastrophic, and insurance companies often assume the biker was somehow at fault before they’ve even asked a question. That built-in bias can cost you real money if you don’t have someone in your corner. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcyclists were almost 27 times more likely than passenger car occupants to die in a car crash per vehicle mile traveled in 2024 (nhtsa.gov/road-safety/motorcycles).

Common causes of motorcycle collisions in Oregon include:

Drivers turning left across a rider’s path at intersections
Distracted or texting motorcyclists who fail to see a motorcycle
Drunk or impaired drivers
Rear-end collisions at stoplights
Poor road conditions like potholes, gravel, and crumbling shoulders

Injuries and compensation

Because motorcycles offer so little protection, the injuries we see are often life-altering. As your motorcycle accident attorney in Salem, OR, Lance works alongside medical experts to fully document what you’re facing today and what recovery may look like years from now. Common motorcycle injuries include:

Traumatic brain and head injuries
Spinal cord damage and paralysis
Broken bones and complex fractures
Severe road rash, burns and permanent scarring
Internal organ damage
Chronic pain and long-term disability

A fair settlement should account for your medical bills, future care, lost wages, damages to your motorcycle, and the pain you’ve lived through. Insurance companies rarely lead with that number. Lance will.

Why Riders trust Youd law

No recovery, no fee. You pay nothing unless we win your case.
Direct, one-on-one attention from Lance from start to finish.
A proven track record negotiating with insurers and reducing medical liens.
Honest, plain-English communication so you always know where things stand.

We also handle related cases, including car accidents, drunk driver accidents, bicycle and pedestrian accidents, and uninsured or underinsured motorist claims.

Serving Salem and all of oregon

If you’ve been searching for a “motorcycle accident attorney near me,” Youd Law proudly represents riders across Salem, the Willamette Valley, and communities throughout Oregon. Meet Lance and see why so many Oregon riders trust him with their case.

Motorcycle Accident FAQs

Is Lane Splitting Legal?

Lane splitting refers to motorcyclists moving in between lanes, usually at intersections when vehicles are stopped. Many riders like to lane split because it protects them from rear-end collisions. Unfortunately, Oregon does not allow lane splitting currently, although the state has considered different bills over the years.

Are You Required to Wear a Helmet?

Yes. Oregon law requires that those riding motorcycles have a helmet on in most cases. Studies have shown that helmets reduce fatalities and serious head injuries, so they are important pieces of safety equipment. You can be fined for riding without a helmet.

Can You Receive Compensation if You Were Negligent?

Possibly. Oregon law allows motorcyclists to sue for compensation if they are not more at fault than other parties combined. In practice, you can be up to 50% to blame for the wreck but not more. Any compensation a defendant pays will be limited to their share of fault.

For example, imagine you were weaving in traffic and a distracted driver struck you. Both sides could be 50% to blame. If your losses total $100,000, the driver only needs to pay $50,000. You will be responsible for the other 50%, since that represents your own negligence.

Contact Our Salem Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today

Attorney Youd is available to help any biker harmed on the road. Whether you were hit by a careless motorist or upended by a road defect, let us review the facts and analyze whether you have a strong claim. It is possible to get compensation for an accident, but you need the right lawyer on your side.

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Let’s Talk

You focus on healing. Let Lance handle the insurance company. Contact Youd Law today for a free, no-obligation case review with your Salem, OR motorcycle injury lawyer. It’s free to ask Lance, and it could change everything.

Our clients say it best

    
 
 
         
   Ron Taylor 
 
 
 
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   Robert Perkey 
 
 
 
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   Timothy Kamis 
 
 
 
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   Julie Finegan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best decision I made was talking with Lance Youd!!!!! I was injured a car wreck that wasn't my fault. After some contact with the insurance company, I decided to contact Lance Youd.  He had great reviews!!!!! He called me back in short order and he listened and understood that I had some injuries that would be with me for life. He also knew how hard it would be for me to stand up for myself. So I put my faith in this man!!!!!!!! Well put it was!!!!!  He really does know what he's doing!!!!! And he really does care about the person he is representing!!!! His staff does too!!!!! I can't recommend Lance Youd enough!!!! He and his staff are amazing!!!!!
  
 
        
   collie mollie 
 
 
 
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   Honorable Veteran 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I called , unfortunately Mr. Youd isn’t taking family law clients, but his awesome staff did provide me with a few names they recommended for divorce, one of the nicest and helpful people during this search , great work front line staff !! I was treated with courtesy, respect.
  
 
        
   Casey Mills 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lance Youd and his team are truly amazing…100%!!! Everyone listens, is hard-working, attentive, and clearly there to help the client in the legal process. Lance was great from the first meeting all the way through the settlement. Truthful, great guidance, great communication and follow-through, professional, polite, and someone I have no reservations recommending to others who have been in a vehicle accident. Guided me wonderfully every step of the way and I would not change anything about the process (except for the accident never happening in the first place). Thank you for everything, Lance …. I absolutely appreciate you and your team!!!
  
 
        
   Jada Ashley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lance did an amazing job helping me and walking me through the whole process after my car accident! I’ve never been in a car accident before so everything was new to me! I can’t thank him and his staff enough for walking me through every step of the way! If you’re looking for an amazing lawyer/ amazing staff for any of your needs, I would definitely give him a call! It’s such a relief to know if I ever need help with anything else I can and will definitely reach out to him in the future!! I can’t thank Lance and his staff enough!!
  
 
        
   Antonio Linares 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lance and his team were a great help during our time of need. I recommend them to anyone who needs an attorney.
  
 
        
   Cinda Ritson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lance Youd was wonderful to work with and he made one feel so comfortable. His experience and knowledge is amazing. We are so grateful to him for all of his hard work and dedication to me. I couldn’t have done it without him and his support. Sincerely, Bob and Cinda Ritson
  
 
  
  
 
 
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