Wausau Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Hurt in a Wausau Motorcycle Crash? We Help Riders and Families Get Justice

Wausau is a rider’s town. From scenic cruises along the Wisconsin River to winding rides up Rib Mountain or across Highway 29, there’s no shortage of routes that make you want to throw on your gear and hit the road. Whether you’re rolling through Rothschild, heading toward Mosinee, or climbing up the backroads near Granite Peak, Wausau riders know how to handle curves, respect the machine, and ride with purpose.

But no matter how skilled or experienced you are, you’re still at the mercy of every distracted, reckless, or impatient driver out there. And when someone in a car or truck fails to see a rider—it’s always the motorcyclist who pays the price.

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle crash near Wausau, or you’ve lost someone you love in a wreck, we’re here for you.
You don’t just need a lawyer. You need one who understands what you’re going through—and knows how to fight back.

That’s what we do. We’re McCarthy Motorcycle Law—Wisconsin’s Motorcycle Law Firm. We help injured riders and grieving families get the justice and compensation they deserve.

We Know the Roads Around Wausau—and the Risks That Come With Them

If you ride in Marathon County, you already know the hazards: sudden storms, wildlife on the road, drivers who can’t be bothered to check their blind spots, and highways built for speed but not always safety. Whether you were hit on Stewart Avenue, clipped merging onto I-39, rear-ended near Grand Avenue, or struck in a rural intersection out by Edgar, we understand what happened—and we know how to prove it.

Some of the most common crashes we see in and around Wausau include:

Even when riders do everything right, they often get blamed for their own injuries. That’s not just unfair—it’s wrong. We make sure the truth comes out.

Representing Injured Riders and Grieving Families in Central and Northern Wisconsin

Wausau might be in the heart of the state, but we represent riders across all of Marathon County and beyond. That includes:

  • Wausau

  • Rib Mountain

  • Rothschild

  • Schofield

  • Weston

  • Kronenwetter

  • Mosinee

  • Edgar

  • Merrill

  • Marathon City

  • And everywhere in between

If your crash happened out on a remote stretch of road or deep into the Northwoods, we’ll still take your call. We know these roads, we know bikes, and we know how to build a case that wins.

Motorcycle Injuries Deserve More Than a Cookie-Cutter Lawyer

Motorcycle injuries aren’t like car accident injuries. When you go down on a bike, there’s no crumple zone. No airbags. No seatbelt. Just you, your gear, and gravity.

The injuries we see most often in motorcycle crash cases around Wausau include:

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)

Even with a helmet, your brain can take serious damage. Riders often deal with long-term memory loss, emotional changes, confusion, and cognitive struggles that impact every aspect of life.

Spinal Cord Injuries

We’ve represented riders who now live with partial or complete paralysis, chronic back pain, or nerve dysfunction that keeps them from riding, working, or living how they used to.

Amputations and Crush Injuries

Legs, arms, and hands are all vulnerable in high-impact crashes. Some riders face life-changing surgeries or even permanent disfigurement.

Broken Bones and Orthopedic Injuries

A single crash can leave a rider with fractures in the pelvis, ribs, collarbone, or femur. Many need rods, plates, and long recovery times.

Road Rash and Burns

When you go down, the pavement wins. We’ve helped riders recover from deep abrasions, scarring, and burns from both friction and fuel.

Internal Organ Damage

Internal bleeding or punctured organs can be fatal or require multiple surgeries—especially if emergency care was delayed.

Permanent Nerve Damage

Loss of feeling. Chronic pain. Mobility issues. If your nerves were damaged in the crash, it could change your life forever.

Emotional Trauma

Crashes don’t just hurt your body. They take a toll on your mind. PTSD, anxiety, and depression are common—and deserve just as much attention as physical injuries.

Wrongful Death Representation for Wausau Families

If you’ve lost someone in a motorcycle crash, there’s no sugarcoating it: it’s devastating. The hole left behind doesn’t heal fast—if ever. We’ve sat with families who can barely speak through their grief, trying to understand how a ride that started like any other ended in tragedy.

We represent spouses, parents, and children in wrongful death lawsuits across Wisconsin. These claims can help recover:

  • Funeral and burial expenses

  • Medical bills

  • Loss of income and future support

  • Loss of love, companionship, and guidance

  • Pain and suffering

More than anything, a wrongful death lawsuit forces accountability. It makes sure your loved one’s life is honored—and not forgotten.

Why Choose McCarthy Motorcycle Law?

You could hire a billboard lawyer from Milwaukee or a general personal injury attorney from anywhere in the state. But here’s the thing: most of them don’t ride. Most of them don’t understand motorcycle dynamics. And most of them won’t treat your case with the respect and urgency it deserves.

That’s what makes us different:

  • We focus on motorcycle crashes and wrongful death. It’s what we do. Not just part of what we do.

  • We understand how bikes work. We know the physics of crashes, the strategies of riding, and the prejudices riders face.

  • We keep your case personal. You’re not passed off to a junior associate. You work directly with an award-winning trial lawyer who fights for you.

  • We’re willing to go to trial. If the insurance company won’t do the right thing, we’ll take them to court—and we’ve got the track record to back it up.

  • We don’t get paid unless you win. No upfront fees. No nonsense. Just real results.

What to Do After a Motorcycle Crash in Wausau

If you’ve just been in a wreck, here’s what you need to know:

  1. Get medical attention. Even if it seems minor. Injuries can worsen quickly.

  2. Don’t give a statement to the insurance company. They’re trained to twist your words and minimize your claim.

  3. Preserve the evidence. Videos of witnesses describing what happened at the scene, photos of the scene, your gear, your injuries, and your bike can make or break your case.

  4. Call a motorcycle lawyer. Don’t wait. The sooner you call us, the sooner we can start protecting your rights.

We offer fast, free, and confidential case evaluations. No pressure. No commitment. Just honest help.

How Much Is Your Case Worth?

Every case is different. But here’s what we look at:

  • Your medical bills (past and future)

  • Lost wages and lost earning potential

  • Pain and suffering

  • Loss of enjoyment of life

  • Property damage (your bike and gear)

  • Permanent injuries or disability

  • Emotional trauma

For wrongful death cases, we also look at funeral expenses, the loss of support, and the emotional impact on surviving family members.

Let’s Talk About What Happened

You didn’t cause this. You were just out riding—maybe for work, maybe to clear your head, maybe just to enjoy the day. But one reckless driver, one distracted moment, and everything changed.

We can’t undo the crash. But we can help you hold the person who caused it accountable. We can help you rebuild.

We’re here to listen. We’re here to help. And when the time comes, we’re here to fight.

McCarthy Motorcycle Law
Wisconsin’s Motorcycle Law Firm
Representing riders in Wausau, Marathon County, and across Northern and Central Wisconsin