Motorcyclists face some of the toughest conditions on the road — unpredictable weather, rural highways, and inattentive drivers. When a crash happens on US-2 near Iron Mountain, the lakeshore routes of Marquette, or winding county roads near Houghton, injured riders need experienced motorcycle accident lawyers they can trust. Petrucelli & Petrucelli stands ready to protect injured riders and their families. For nearly five decades, Vincent Petrucelli, Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL), has represented victims of motorcycle and recreational-vehicle accidents across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin.
His leadership in Ferdon ex rel. Petrucelli v. Wisconsin Patients Compensation Fund (2005 WI 125) reflects the same dedication he brings to every injury case: fighting for fairness, accountability, and full compensation.
Common Causes of Motorcycle Collisions
• Drivers failing to yield or turning left across a rider’s path
• Distracted or impaired motorists
• Potholes, gravel, or defective road design
• Equipment or tire failure
• Inadequate signage or poor visibility in rural areas
Motorcycle crashes frequently result in catastrophic injuries — traumatic brain and spinal-cord damage, fractures, and permanent disability — and insurers often try to blame the rider. We counter these tactics with expert reconstruction, helmet and gear analysis, and eyewitness testimony that proves what truly happened.
Understanding Motorcycle Injury Law
Because Michigan operates under a No-Fault system while Wisconsin follows traditional negligence rules, our dual-state experience is invaluable:
- Michigan: Riders may pursue both PIP benefits for medical expenses and wage loss, and third-party claims for pain and suffering when injuries meet the statutory threshold.
- Wisconsin: Riders can recover for all economic and noneconomic losses as long as they are not more than 50 percent at fault.
Our Commitment to Riders
We know how quickly evidence disappears after a crash. Our team photographs scenes, secures police and EMS reports, inspects damaged bikes, and consults orthopedic and neurological specialists to quantify lasting harm. We pursue every avenue of recovery — insurance coverage, manufacturer liability, and roadway-defect claims — to ensure riders receive full justice.
Why Choose Petrucelli & Petrucelli
• Nearly 50 years of trial experience across Michigan and Wisconsin
• Recognized Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers
• Proven results in catastrophic-injury and wrongful-death motorcycle cases
• Personal representation — you work directly with Vincent Petrucelli
• No fee unless we win
Contact Vincent Petrucelli at (906) 265-6173 or vincent@truthfinders.com for a free consultation today.
Where We Serve Clients
Ironwood • Bessemer • Wakefield • Ontonagon • Houghton • Hancock • Calumet • Laurium • L’Anse • Baraga • Marquette • Ishpeming • Negaunee • Gwinn • Republic • Iron River • Crystal Falls • Iron Mountain • Kingsford • Norway • Escanaba • Gladstone • Manistique • Munising • Newberry • St. Ignace • Sault Ste. Marie • Menominee • Cedar River • Watersmeet • Copper Harbor • Eagle Harbor • Trenary • Bark River • Chassell • Florence (WI) • Marinette (WI) • Oconto (WI) • Green Bay (WI) • Door County (WI).
Petrucelli & Petrucelli — Protecting the Rights of Riders Across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Wisconsin
