Fierce Legal Help After an Appleton Motorcycle Crash

Injured in a Motorcycle Accident in Appleton? We’re Here to Fight for You

When you’re out riding near the Fox River or taking in the countryside around Appleton, the last thing on your mind is a crash. But all it takes is one careless driver, one blind corner, or one distracted moment to turn everything upside down. If you or someone you love has been seriously hurt—or worse—in a motorcycle accident, McCarthy Motorcycle Law is here to help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.

We represent injured riders and grieving families across Wisconsin. And we’re proud to be known as Wisconsin’s Motorcycle Law Firm because we don’t just take motorcycle cases—we all ride or used to ride. We know what it means to be part of the riding community, and we take that responsibility seriously.

Why Motorcycle Accidents in Appleton Are Different

Motorcycle crashes aren’t just “car accidents without a roof.” Riders are more vulnerable, more likely to be blamed, and more likely to suffer life-altering injuries. That’s why motorcycle injury cases need a different kind of lawyer—one who understands the mechanics of a bike, the reality of the road, and the strategies insurance companies use to deny fair compensation.

At McCarthy Motorcycle Law, we:

  • Push back against anti-motorcyclist bias

  • Understand riding culture and local routes

  • Work with top accident reconstruction and medical experts

  • Know how to talk to insurance adjusters, juries, and judges about what really happened

Common Motorcycle Accident Scenarios in Appleton

Fox Valley riders face unique risks—from busy city intersections to fast-changing rural roads. Here are some common ways motorcycle accidents happen in and around Appleton:

If your crash happened like this—or in any other way that wasn’t your fault—you deserve real legal support. And if you lost a loved one, you deserve answers and accountability.

After the Crash: What You Need to Know

The first few days after a motorcycle accident are a whirlwind. You’re dealing with pain, bills, insurance calls, maybe even funeral arrangements. It’s overwhelming. Here’s what we tell every rider who contacts us:

  1. Get medical care—even if you think you’re okay.

  2. Take photos—of your injuries, your bike, the scene.

  3. Don’t talk to the other driver’s insurance company.

  4. Call a motorcycle lawyer who gets it.

Insurance companies have teams of lawyers. You should have one too—especially one who rides.

Representing Families Who’ve Lost a Rider

There is no pain like losing a loved one in a motorcycle crash. We know, because we’ve been there. And we want you to know this: if someone else’s negligence caused your family member’s death, you have the right to hold them accountable.

Wrongful death motorcycle cases are some of the hardest—but also some of the most important—cases we handle. We work with compassion and grit to get families the compensation they need and the justice their loved one deserves.

You may be entitled to damages for:

  • Funeral and burial costs

  • Medical expenses

  • Loss of income and support

  • Loss of companionship

  • Pain and suffering

And while no amount of money can bring someone back, it can ease the burden and send a message: Riders’ lives matter.

What Can You Recover After a Motorcycle Crash?

Every case is different, but if someone else caused your crash, you may be entitled to compensation for:

  • Emergency room and hospital bills

  • Surgeries, rehab, and follow-up care

  • Lost income and reduced earning capacity

  • Pain, suffering, and emotional distress

  • Scars, disfigurement, and long-term disability

  • Damage to your bike and gear

And if the crash was fatal, your family may also recover damages through a wrongful death claim.

We don’t charge a fee unless we win your case. And we’ll be honest with you from day one about what your case might be worth and what to expect.

Local Knowledge. Statewide Power.

We know Appleton. We know the riding scene, the court system, the medical providers, and the roads that turn dangerous in a heartbeat. Whether your crash happened on:

  • Highway 41

  • Ballard Road

  • College Avenue

  • Wisconsin Avenue

  • Rural routes near Little Chute or Freedom

We’re ready to investigate, build your case, and fight for the justice you deserve.

Don’t Let the Insurance Company Take Advantage of You

If there’s one thing we’ve seen time and time again, it’s this: insurance companies will do everything they can to pay you as little as possible. They may:

  • Try to blame you for the crash

  • Say you weren’t wearing the right gear

  • Claim your injuries aren’t that bad

  • Offer you a lowball settlement to make you go away

Don’t fall for it. Talk to us first. We’ll deal with the insurance company so you can focus on healing.

Why Riders Trust McCarthy Motorcycle Law

  • We all ride or used to ride, so we understand the risks and realities.

  • We fight insurance companies every day.

  • We work directly with you—not through a paralegal.

  • We’ve helped riders and families recover millions.

  • We treat every case like it matters—because it does.

We’re not a giant firm with dozens of lawyers who won’t call you back. We’re a focused, rider-first law firm with one mission: fight for injured bikers and families who’ve lost someone too soon.

Free Case Evaluation. Real Talk. No Pressure.

If you’ve been injured—or lost someone you love—in a motorcycle crash in Appleton or anywhere in Outagamie County, don’t wait to get help. The sooner you talk to us, the better we can protect your rights, preserve evidence, and start building your case.

Fill out our online form. We respond fast. We’re real people who care. And we’re ready to fight.

McCarthy Motorcycle Law — Wisconsin’s Motorcycle Injury Attorneys

We don’t just know the law. We know the ride.