Montclair is known for its vibrant community and busy streets — but for motorcyclists, it can also be a dangerous place to ride. Whether you’re navigating Bloomfield Avenue or riding through local neighborhoods like Upper Montclair or South End, one careless driver is all it takes to change your life in an instant.
At The Law Offices of Peter Briskin, P.C., we understand the unique risks motorcyclists face. If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident in Montclair or anywhere in Essex County, our team is ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. We have over 25 years of combined experience, a deep commitment to our clients, and a track record of standing up to insurance companies that try to minimize or deny valid claims.
Motorcycle accidents are traumatic — the legal process shouldn’t be. Let us handle the legal burden while you focus on healing.
Most motorcycle accidents aren’t “freak accidents” — they’re the result of preventable negligence. In Montclair, where cars, delivery trucks, and rideshare vehicles flood the roads daily, even a small lapse in judgment by another driver can lead to a catastrophic crash for a motorcyclist.
Some of the most common causes we see in local cases include:
Unsafe Left Turns: Drivers often misjudge a motorcycle’s speed or simply don’t see the rider when making a turn at intersections like Grove Street & Watchung Avenue.
Distracted Driving: Texting, adjusting the radio, or looking at GPS can take a driver’s eyes off the road just long enough to cause disaster.
Speeding on Narrow Roads: Many Montclair streets, like Highland Avenue and Valley Road, weren’t built for high-speed traffic. Excessive speed can reduce a driver’s ability to react to motorcycles.
Dooring Incidents: With tight parking along Walnut Street or Church Street, riders are at risk of being hit by a suddenly opened car door.
Failure to Yield: Cars merging into traffic or switching lanes often overlook motorcyclists, especially in low-light or poor weather conditions.
If your accident was caused by someone else’s carelessness — even if it seems like a small mistake — you have the right to hold them accountable. We’ll help you prove what really happened and fight for the justice you’re owed.
After a serious crash, most victims face a wave of challenges: hospital bills, time off work, physical therapy, emotional trauma, and damage to their motorcycle. The law allows you to seek compensation for all of it — but you only get one shot to recover what you’re owed.
At The Law Offices of Peter Briskin, P.C., we carefully build your case to account for both the visible and invisible consequences of your accident. Depending on your circumstances, you may be entitled to compensation for:
Medical Expenses: From ambulance rides and emergency surgery to long-term rehab, every medical bill counts — including future care.
Lost Wages and Earning Potential: If your injuries keep you out of work or limit your ability to earn in the future, that financial loss can be part of your claim.
Pain and Suffering: Physical pain, emotional distress, and mental health struggles all deserve recognition and compensation.
Permanent Disability or Disfigurement: If your accident resulted in a lasting impairment, we fight to ensure your settlement reflects that reality.
Property Damage: The cost to repair or replace your motorcycle can be included in your claim.
Wrongful Death Damages: If you lost a loved one in a fatal motorcycle crash, your family may be able to pursue compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and loss of companionship.
Insurance companies often undervalue motorcycle injury claims. We don’t let that happen. Our firm works with medical experts, life care planners, and financial professionals to show exactly how your injuries affect your life — and what it will take to make you whole again.
Peter Briskin, Esq. received his BS in Finance from The College of New Jersey in 2002. Thereafter he completed his JD degree from Touro Law School in 2006.
He is admitted to practice in the State and Federal Courts of New York and New Jersey.
Peter Briskin’s practice focuses on prosecution of personal injury matters including automobile/motorcycle accidents, slip/trip and fall accidents, dram shop act (bar liability), nursing home negligence and dog bite cases. Peter also represents individuals involved in divorce (incl. custody, support, alimony, maintenance) litigation, construction litigation matters, breach of contract and lemon law.
