Las Vegas Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

Why Riders Choose Henness & Haight

Experienced Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Dedicated to Fighting for Your Rights.

You could pick any firm with a billboard on the 215, but who you have representing you matters most. Here’s why riders pick us.

We actually ride. Mark Henness knows first hand what it’s like to share a lane with a distracted driver, and that shapes how we build every case. We’ve seen the road from your seat and we know the full scope of the damage, from medical bills to missed wages and damaged property.

25+ years going head-to-head with insurance companies in Nevada. Our co-founder Michael Haight used to work for the other side as a defense attorney. He knows exactly how adjusters think, what they look for, and where they cut corners. We use that against them in every case.

We know the science. Mark has spent years studying injury causation, biomechanics, and human anatomy until he could go toe-to-toe with the medical experts insurance companies hire to deny your claim. When the other side rolls out junk science, we shut it down.

Recognition that means something. Top 100 Trial Lawyer (National Trial Lawyers). Top 100 Litigation Lawyer (American Society of Legal Advocates). AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible mark for legal ability and ethics. Awards are nice, but what they really tell you is that other attorneys and judges respect how we work.

Millions recovered for riders. We’ve put real money back into the hands of motorcycle accident victims across Las Vegas, and we know what a fair claim is actually worth. No lowball settlements just to close a file.

You pay nothing unless we win. No retainers. No hourly bills. No surprise invoices. We work on contingency, so our success is tied directly to yours.

Give us a call today to find out how much your claim could be worth. When you call us, you’re not getting passed off to a paralegal or stuck in voicemail purgatory. You get a team that treats your case like it matters, because it does.

What Is Your Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?

After a motorcycle crash, the bills pile up fast. ER visits, follow-up appointments, time off work, a totaled bike sitting in a tow yard. Nevada law lets you recover compensation for all of it when someone else caused the wreck. Here’s what that actually covers.

Economic Damages

These are the costs with a dollar amount attached. The receipts, the bills, the paystubs you didn’t get to cash. We help you recover for things like:

• All things medical, from surgeries, hospital stays, and ER visits to X-rays and ambulance transport. Even physical therapy and medical equipment like wheelchairs or crutches.
• Lost wages, including future earning capacity if you can’t return to the same work
• Property damage to your bike, helmet, and gear

If your case is successful, you’ll recover for past, current, and future economic damages. We make sure nothing gets left on the table.

Non-Economic Damages

These are the costs without a receipt. The pain. The sleepless nights. The hobbies you used to love that you can’t do anymore. Nevada law recognizes these as real damages, and they can make up a significant portion of your recovery.

• Physical pain and ongoing discomfort
• Emotional suffering, anxiety, and PTSD
• Loss of enjoyment of activities you loved before the crash
• Loss of companionship if your injuries strain your relationship with your spouse
• Permanent disability or disfigurement

Documenting these is where a lot of riders get shortchanged. There’s no invoice for what you’ve lost. We walk you through how to keep a personal record of how your injuries have affected your day-to-day life, so when it’s time to negotiate, the numbers reflect what you’ve actually been through.

Punitive Damages

These are different. Punitive damages aren’t about compensating you. They’re about punishing the at-fault driver when their behavior was especially reckless or malicious. Drunk driving, intentional acts, or extreme recklessness can open the door.

Under Nevada Revised Statute 42.005, you can only recover punitive damages with clear and convincing evidence of oppression, fraud, or malice. The law also caps them:

• Three times your compensatory damages if you receive $100,000 or more
• $300,000 if you receive less than $100,000

There are exceptions, including cases involving defective motorcycle parts or hazardous materials on the road. We’ll evaluate whether punitive damages apply to your case and pursue them when they do.

Does Nevada Cap My Compensation?

For most motorcycle accident claims, no. Nevada does not limit economic or non-economic damages. The amount you recover depends on the strength of your case and the evidence we build to support it. That’s where having the right attorney matters most.

Types of Motorcycle Accident Cases We Handle

No two motorcycle accidents look the same. We’ve handled the full range, and we know how to investigate each one to find the evidence that wins.

Some of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents we represent riders for include:

• Drivers failing to yield the right of way
• Drivers who claim they “never saw” the motorcyclist
• Sudden lane changes and blind-spot collisions
• Left-turn crashes at intersections
• Speeding and aggressive driving
• Distracted driving (texting, eating, phone calls)
• Drunk or impaired driving
• Misjudging a motorcyclist’s speed or distance
• Tailgating and rear-end collisions
• Road hazards like potholes, debris, or poorly maintained roadways
• Defective motorcycle parts or manufacturing issues

If the crash that hurt you isn’t on this list, call us anyway. What matters is whether someone else’s negligence caused your injuries. If it did, you have a case worth talking about.

Not sure if your situation qualifies? Tell us what happened.

What Happens After You Call Us

The moment you hire us, the weight comes off your shoulders. We deal with the insurance companies, the paperwork, the investigation, and every messy detail in between. Your only job is to focus on healing. Here’s what that looks like in practice.

1. The First Call
   You tell us what happened. That’s it. No legal jargon, no forms to fill out before we’ll talk to you. We listen, ask the questions that matter, and give you a straight answer on whether you have a case worth pursuing. The call is free, and there’s no pressure to sign anything on the spot.
2. We Take Over Communication
   Once you hire us, the calls from insurance adjusters stop landing on your phone and start landing on ours. Same with the letters, the recorded statement requests, and the lowball offers. You won’t have to argue with anyone or worry about saying the wrong thing. We handle every conversation from that point forward.
3. We Investigate the Crash
   While you’re recovering, we’re building your case. That means pulling police reports, tracking down witnesses, requesting traffic camera footage, reviewing your medical records, and bringing in accident reconstructionists when the details demand it. We document everything, lock down the evidence, and put together a timeline the insurance company can’t pick apart.
4. We Calculate What Your Case Is Really Worth
   Insurance companies want to settle fast and cheap. We slow them down. We add up every medical bill, every missed paycheck, every projected cost of future care, and every non-economic loss you’ve suffered. Then we build a demand that reflects the full picture.
5. We Negotiate Hard
   This is where the defense-side experience pays off. We know how adjusters think because one of our founders used to be one of them. We push back on every tactic they try, from delay games to disputed liability claims to questioning your injuries. Most cases settle here, and they settle for far more than the initial offer.
6. We Take It to Trial If We Have To
   Some insurance companies only respect a courtroom. If they refuse to pay what your case is worth, we file suit and try the case. We’ve been doing this for over 25 years, and we don’t bluff. When the other side knows we’re trial-ready, the offers tend to get serious in a hurry.

Through all of it, you’ll never wonder where things stand. We return calls quickly, give you real updates instead of legal-speak, and keep you in the loop on every decision that matters. Your case is your case. We just carry it for you.

Ready to hand it off? Let’s talk.

About Our Las Vegas Motorcycle Accident Attorneys

Michael D. Haight, Co-Founder

Before Michael Haight built his career fighting for injury victims, he spent years on the other side of the courtroom as a defense attorney representing insurance companies. That experience gave him a rare advantage. He knows exactly how insurers evaluate claims, where they look for weaknesses, and the playbook they run to minimize payouts. Now he uses every page of that playbook against them on behalf of the riders and accident victims he represents.

His record speaks for itself. The American Society of Legal Advocates named him a Top 100 Litigation Lawyer. The National Trial Lawyers organization named him a Top 100 Trial Lawyer. Martindale-Hubbell awarded him an AV rating, the highest possible distinction for both legal ability and ethical standards, a recognition earned through peer review by other attorneys and members of the judiciary.

Michael brings precision, strategy, and a deep understanding of how the opposition thinks. For clients, that means a case built to anticipate every move before the insurance company makes it.

Mark G. Henness, Co-Founder

Mark Henness has spent the past 25 years representing injured clients and holding insurance companies accountable for the losses their policyholders have caused. His practice has always been on the plaintiff’s side, and motorcycle injury cases sit at the center of his work.

What sets Mark apart is the depth of his technical knowledge. Over the years, he has developed an extensive command of injury causation analysis, biomechanical trauma, and human anatomy as they apply to motorcycle crashes. Colleagues have remarked that his understanding of the physics and physiology behind these injuries rivals that of the medical professionals who treat his clients. This expertise matters because insurance carriers routinely lean on questionable science and minimization tactics to challenge legitimate claims. Mark is equipped to dismantle those arguments, whether across the table from an adjuster or in front of a jury.

His approach is straightforward. Either the insurance company pays what the case is worth, or he makes them pay in court.

Steps to Take After a Motorcycle Crash

The hours and days after a crash shape the rest of your case. What you do next matters. Here’s how to protect yourself, your health, and your right to compensation.

1. Get Medical Attention Right Away
   Even if you feel okay, get checked out. Adrenaline masks injuries, and internal damage often shows up days later. A medical record from day one anchors your entire claim and protects your recovery.
2. Request Copies of Your Medical Records
   Ask the hospital or clinic for your records before you leave. These documents become the backbone of your case, proving what injuries you suffered, what treatment you needed, and how the crash impacted you.
3. File an Insurance Claim Quickly
   Nevada operates on a fault-based system, so the at-fault driver’s insurance is responsible. File your claim promptly because insurance companies set strict deadlines, and missing one can wipe out your right to compensation entirely.
4. Watch What You Say to Adjusters
   Insurance reps are trained to find quotes they can use against you. Stick to the basic facts of the crash. Skip opinions, guesses about fault, and details about your injuries until you have legal guidance.
5. Decline the Recorded Statement
   You are not required to give a recorded statement during your first conversation with an adjuster. Politely decline. Anything you say can be twisted later, so wait until your attorney can advise you first.
6. Document Everything You Can
   Photos of your bike, the scene, your injuries, and the other driver’s vehicle all matter. Save receipts, keep a pain journal, and write down what you remember. Details fade fast, evidence does not.
7. Call a Motorcycle Accident Attorney
   The sooner you get an attorney involved, the better your case. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget, and insurance companies start building their defense immediately. We can start protecting your claim the same day.

Hurt in a crash? Reach out today, the call is free.

How Long Do I Have to File a Motorcycle Crash Lawsuit?

Nevada gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Miss that window, and your right to sue is gone, no matter how strong your case is.

Two years sounds like plenty of time. It isn’t. Insurance negotiations alone can eat up months, especially with serious injuries where doctors need time to assess the full scope of your recovery. The longer you wait to bring an attorney in, the harder it gets to investigate, gather evidence, and prepare a lawsuit if the insurance route falls apart.

Call us early. We’ll manage your claim from day one and make sure every deadline is met.

What if I was Partially at Fault for the Accident?

You can still recover compensation in Nevada, as long as your share of fault is under 51 percent. This is called modified comparative negligence, and it trips up a lot of riders who assume any fault means no case.

Here’s how it works. If you’re found 25 percent at fault for a crash with $100,000 in damages, you recover $75,000. If you’re 51 percent or more at fault, you recover nothing. Insurance companies know this rule and will push hard to shift blame onto you to lower their payout.

The Las Vegas motorcycle accident lawyers at our firm are well-versed in the state’s comparative negligence law. We’ll make sure it’s applied fairly in your claim so you receive the compensation you deserve.

Contact Our Las Vegas Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

At Henness & Haight, we’ve spent over 25 years fighting for injured riders across Las Vegas, and we’ve recovered millions for clients who were told their cases weren’t worth much. We know the laws, the science, the tactics, and the people on the other side of the table. We take the whole fight off your plate so you can focus on getting better.

The call is free. The case review is free. You pay nothing unless we win.

Call Henness & Haight today. Let’s go get what you’re owed.