Janesville Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Hurt in a Motorcycle Crash in Janesville? We Help Riders Get the Justice They Deserve

Janesville might be known for its parks, riverfront, and hardworking community—but for those of us who ride, it’s also a gateway to some of Southern Wisconsin’s best roads. Whether you’re cruising down Highway 11, rolling through the Rock River valley, or heading out on rural County Roads A, G, or M, Janesville is home to a lot of riders—and a lot of risk.

All it takes is one distracted driver.
One left turn without looking.
One car that doesn’t respect motorcycles—and everything changes.

If you’ve been seriously injured in a motorcycle crash in Janesville—or you’ve lost someone you love—we’re truly sorry. We know how hard this is. And we’re here to help.

At McCarthy Motorcycle Law, we focus exclusively on helping injured riders and grieving families get justice after serious crashes. We’re not a billboard law firm. We don’t take every case. We fight for real riders. And we win.

We Know the Roads Around Janesville—and the Risks Riders Face

Janesville might not have Milwaukee’s traffic, but it still has all the ingredients for dangerous crashes: fast roads, inattentive drivers, aging infrastructure, and rural intersections where people don’t always yield the right of way.

Some of the common trouble spots for riders in and around Janesville include:

  • Milton Avenue, especially near shopping centers and intersections with frequent left-turn traffic

  • Highway 11, especially at intersections near I-39/90 and the bypass

  • East Racine Street, with tight corners, changing speeds, and impatient drivers

  • County Roads A, M, and G, where rural drivers often don’t see or expect motorcycles

  • I-39/90, where high-speed traffic and construction zones increase the danger for riders

Even the most experienced rider can’t control what the driver in the next lane does. And too often, that driver is texting, speeding, or not looking for motorcycles.

Serving Riders Throughout Rock County

We proudly represent injured motorcyclists and their families across Southern Wisconsin, including:

  • Janesville

  • Milton

  • Beloit

  • Edgerton

  • Evansville

  • Footville

  • Orfordville

  • Clinton

  • And rural communities throughout Rock County

Whether your crash happened in the heart of Janesville or out on a country road near the state line, we’ll treat your case like it matters—because it does.

Common Causes of Motorcycle Crashes in Janesville

We’ve helped people injured in motorcycle accident cases across the state—and Janesville is no exception. The causes are usually the same: negligence, distraction, and drivers who fail to respect riders.

The most common crash types include:

In most of these cases, it’s not the rider who’s at fault—but it’s always the rider who gets hurt the worst.

Serious Injuries Deserve Serious Legal Help

When you go down on a motorcycle, you don’t walk away with a fender-bender. These are serious, life-changing injuries. And they require a legal team that understands what you’re up against.

We help injured riders recover from:

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)

Head trauma—even with a helmet—can lead to memory loss, personality changes, confusion, and long-term cognitive difficulties. We work with medical experts to prove the full extent of these injuries.

Spinal Cord Injuries and Paralysis

Back and neck injuries can result in nerve damage, chronic pain, or even permanent paralysis. We fight for the full cost of care, support, and lost quality of life.

Amputations and Crush Injuries

High-speed wrecks and rollovers often lead to the loss of limbs or permanent loss of function. These are devastating cases—and we take them personally.

Multiple Broken Bones

From shattered wrists to crushed pelvises, motorcycle crashes often involve multiple complex fractures, surgeries, and long-term recovery.

Road Rash and Burns

These aren’t just skin-deep. Severe road rash can lead to infections, nerve damage, and permanent disfigurement.

Internal Injuries

Punctured lungs, ruptured organs, and internal bleeding are extremely serious and often missed at first. We make sure these injuries aren’t overlooked.

Permanent Nerve Damage

Tingling, weakness, numbness, or ongoing pain after a crash may mean your nerves are permanently affected. We fight for fair compensation for these invisible injuries.

PTSD and Psychological Trauma

Crashes don’t just leave physical scars. Flashbacks, nightmares, and anxiety can affect you for years. We fight for mental health treatment and compensation, too.

Representing Families After Fatal Motorcycle Accidents

If you lost someone you love in a motorcycle crash, we’re sorry. There are no words that make it easier. But there is something we can do: help you hold the person who caused it accountable.

We represent spouses, children, and parents in wrongful death lawsuits after fatal motorcycle wrecks. These cases can help your family recover:

  • Funeral and burial expenses

  • Final medical bills

  • Lost income and financial support

  • Loss of companionship and love

  • Pain and suffering

  • In some cases, punitive damages

You’ve already suffered an unthinkable loss. Let us carry some of the weight. We’ll handle the legal side with respect, compassion, and determination.

Why Choose McCarthy Motorcycle Law?

There are plenty of personal injury lawyers out there. But most of them don’t ride. Most don’t understand the dynamics of a motorcycle crash. And most are happy to settle your case quickly—whether or not that’s what’s best for you.

Here’s how we’re different:

  • Motorcycle law isn’t a side gig. It’s all we do.

  • We understand bikes. We know how they handle, how crashes happen, and how to explain it to a jury.

  • We don’t settle cheap. We prepare every case like it’s going to trial—because that’s how you get full value.

  • You talk to your lawyer. Not a junior associate. Not a call center.

  • You don’t pay unless we win. No hourly rates. No surprise fees. Just a simple contingency fee if we recover money for you.

We’re not some big corporate firm with 500 cases and a TV jingle. We’re a law firm built for riders—fighting one case at a time, the right way.

What to Do After a Motorcycle Crash in Janesville

If you’ve just been in a crash—or you’re helping someone who has—here are the most important things to do right away:

  1. Get medical care immediately. Even if you think you’re okay. Some injuries take time to show up.

  2. Don’t talk to the insurance company. Not the other driver’s, and not even your own—at least not without talking to us first.

  3. Take photos and save everything. Bike damage, gear, injuries, scene photos, medical records—it all helps your case.

  4. Write down what happened. Your memory will fade. Document it now.

  5. Reach out to us early. We offer free consultations and can often start working on your case the same day.

What Is a Motorcycle Injury Case Worth?

Every case is different. But in Janesville and across Wisconsin, we help riders recover for:

  • Emergency care, surgeries, hospital stays, and rehab

  • Future medical care

  • Lost income and future earning capacity

  • Pain and suffering

  • Mental and emotional trauma

  • Property damage to your motorcycle and gear

  • Permanent disability or disfigurement

  • Loss of enjoyment of life

In fatal crash cases, we also pursue:

  • Funeral expenses

  • Loss of support

  • Loss of companionship

  • Emotional suffering for family members

You only get one shot at justice. Make it count.

You’ve Been Through Enough. Let Us Take It From Here.

You didn’t cause this crash. But now you’re the one dealing with the pain, the bills, the insurance calls, and the uncertainty.

Let us help.

We’re motorcycle lawyers who care about riders. We’ll treat your case like it matters—because to us, it does. You’ll get real communication, honest answers, and the kind of fight that makes insurance companies nervous.

Let’s talk about what happened. Let’s talk about what comes next.

McCarthy Motorcycle Law
Wisconsin’s Motorcycle Law Firm
Representing riders in Janesville, Beloit, Milton, and across Rock County