A motorcycle accident can result in more serious injuries than a car collision. Riders usually only have limited protection. According to the NHTSA you are four times more likely than to be hurt in a motorcycle crash.
A motorcycle accident can cause damage to your bike and can even result in permanent injuries that may prevent you from working again. If your family is dependent on your income, this can be a significant financial burden.
You may be eligible for compensation if the accident was caused by someone else’s negligence. The amount you receive depends on many factors including the severity and extent of your injuries. An experienced lawyer who specializes in motorcycle accidents can help you assess your case and ensure that you receive the most compensation. Here are some damages you might be entitled to if you or your loved one were involved in a motorcycle crash.
1 – Economic Damages
The economic damages you suffer after a motorcycle accident are the expenses that you have to pay. In a motorcycle accident case, you can also recover medical expenses. Motorcyclist accidents can cause severe injuries that may require expensive medical treatment. Medical bills may include transportation to the emergency department, treatment and medication as well as hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, and other costs. You should also include future costs associated with continuing treatment, in addition to the current medical expenses.
Your economic damages may include, in addition to medical expenses and loss of income from your injuries or damage to your motorcycle. In addition to the medical expenses incurred after a motorcycle accident you can also seek out compensation for any out-of-pocket costs, such as modifications to your vehicle or home, hiring an in house nurse or buying a wheelchair or crutches.
2 – Other Economic Damages
Non-economic damage is another non-economic loss you can claim in a case involving a motorcycle accident. Non-economic damages, while easy to quantify in a case involving a motorcycle accident, are often unquantifiable. This includes the compensation you receive for the pain and suffering that you have suffered as a result of your injuries. You may also be subject to mental and emotional distress that can negatively affect your quality of your life and disrupt your daily life.
Your attorney must present evidence that demonstrates the severity of your injuries to fully assess your pain and suffering damages. Expert testimony, family members, and friends can help to show how your injuries have affected the quality of your life.
3 – Punitive damages
Punitive damages are the additional amount that a court orders an at-fault driver in an accident case to pay. You could also be eligible for compensation. If the court finds that the at-fault driver was negligent or grossly misconduct, punitive damages may be awarded. The amount of punitive damages awarded will depend on the severity of the behavior of the other party. It is intended to punish them and discourage them from making the same mistakes again.
Endnote
A motorcycle accident can cause severe injuries, mental and emotional pain, which can impact your quality of living. You may lose your income if you are unable to work due to the severity of your injuries. An experienced attorney can help you understand the various types of damages that you can claim in a motorcycle accident case and can help you protect your rights and get you the maximum compensation.