Often, serious motorcycle accident injuries can require weeks or months of hospitalization and long recovery periods. Afterward, many victims will need physical therapy and specialized rehabilitation like occupational or psychotherapy.
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If your motorcycle accident left you hospitalized with life-changing injuries, your medical bills could quickly become massive. This financial burden is on top of your missed income due to being unable to work and may also include other intangible losses such as diminished quality of life. The good news is that a reputable motorcycle injury lawyer can help you secure compensation for all of your expenses and losses.
To build a solid insurance case, your motorcycle accident attorney needs access to scene photos, accident reports, medical records, eyewitness comments, and more. These details are important to prove the cause of your crash and to demonstrate how your losses have affected you. Your lawyer can only get these things if you are diligent about documenting the incident and taking action as soon as possible.
The sooner you hire an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer, the faster they can start gathering these important details. They can also protect you from being manipulated by unscrupulous insurance company representatives. In particular, they can advise you against signing any documents that may give away your right to file a lawsuit or accepting an insurance company’s low settlement offer.
Moreover, your motorcycle accident attorney can also make sure that your total recovery takes into account all of your damages, including non-economic losses such as emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life. The more severe your injuries, the higher these losses can be.
Lost Wages
If you were unable to work during the time of your motorcycle accident injury due to your injuries, you may be entitled to lost wages in your claim. A motorcycle injury lawyer can help you file an insurance claim for the amount of your past and future lost earnings as a result of your crash. They will also determine if you are eligible for other damages such as medical bills, property damage and emotional distress.
An experienced attorney can also negotiate with the responsible parties and their insurance companies on your behalf to get you a fair settlement. They will make sure all paperwork is filed correctly and within the statute of limitations. They can also hire experts such as engineers, accident reconstructionists and medical professionals to strengthen your case if necessary. They will take care of all communication with the insurance company so you do not have to worry about saying the wrong thing or making a mistake that could hurt your case.
A motorcycle accident lawyer will review all available evidence pertaining to your claim including police reports, witness statements and any medical records relating to your injuries. They will also determine who was at fault for your crash and the extent of your damages. They can then build a strong claim for you by presenting the best possible evidence to the insurance company and in court if needed.
The value of your damaged property, past and future loss of income and damages for pain and suffering are based on a variety of factors including the severity of your injuries and the effects on your quality of life. A skilled personal injury lawyer can tally up these expenses carefully and present them to the insurance companies to increase your chances of a successful recovery.
In some cases, a knowledgeable motorcycle accident attorney can help you obtain punitive damages as well. These are awarded to punish the at-fault party for their reckless actions. In states, this is rare but an attorney can assess your case to see if you have the right to claim these additional damages.
Pain and Suffering
Often, the most significant losses stemming from motorcycle accidents involve non-economic damages. These include pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and permanent impairment or disfigurement. Non-economic damages are harder to calculate than financial damages such as medical bills and lost income, but an experienced personal injury lawyer can help victims prove their losses to the insurance company and maximize their compensation.
Typically, an award for pain and suffering is determined by the severity of a victim’s injuries, the length of time they have suffered from those injuries, and any loss of quality of life caused by the injury. This includes the inability to perform daily activities such as bathing, cooking, driving, and working.
Our attorneys can seek compensation for both physical and mental pain and suffering. Physical pain is easy to document, but proving the impact of emotional or psychological trauma can be more challenging. This is why it is important to see a therapist and follow their treatment plan to establish documentation that supports your need for compensation.
A motorcycle accident lawyer will carefully review medical records and other evidence to determine the appropriate level of compensation for a victim’s injuries. In many cases, it may be necessary to present expert testimony to support the claims for compensation. Our lawyers have extensive experience securing maximum settlements for our clients. We are familiar with the tactics that insurance companies use to try to low-ball offers and will work diligently to ensure that your claim is fairly valued.
When hiring a motorcycle injury lawyer, look for one who will take the time to get to know you and your situation. You want a lawyer who is trustworthy, responsive, and available to answer your questions 24/7. A reputable lawyer will be an active member of motorcycle injury law associations and will have a solid reputation in the community. You can also check online for client testimonials and reviews that demonstrate the attorney’s commitment to a successful outcome in each case. It’s also a good idea to choose an attorney who has trial experience and can go to court if the need arises.
Damages
Motorcycle accidents often lead to severe injuries and losses, particularly in the form of high medical bills and lost income. A motorcycle injury lawyer can help you fight for compensation to cover these expenses and other damages.
To build a strong insurance case, your attorney will compile essential data including accident scene photos, police reports, medical records, eyewitness comments, and more. They will also seek the assistance of experts such as accident reconstructionists and vocational specialists to uncover additional evidence and factors that could increase your settlement payout.
Once they have assembled a comprehensive insurance case, your lawyer will negotiate with the at-fault party’s insurer to settle your claim or file a lawsuit against them if they refuse. The goal is to recover a settlement that covers all of your past and future financial, medical, therapeutic, and non-financial losses.
Your attorney will work to protect your rights as a victim and ensure that the insurer pays you the full amount you are entitled to under the law. They will also negotiate with your health insurance provider to prevent them from pursuing a subrogation claim against your award and take steps to reduce or eliminate any liens attached to your jury award.
Your lawyer will carefully evaluate your case and advise you on what to save for your next step, which may include gathering all of the evidence you have compiled so that it can be reviewed by your attorney during a free consultation at their office or via virtual meeting. They will then be able to determine the amount of compensation you are entitled to based on the laws which will include your monetary, emotional and physical losses. They will also consider whether or not you are able to sue the at-fault driver and any other liable parties for any contribution they may have made to the accident. If they cannot secure a fair settlement, your lawyer will prepare for trial and present your case to a judge and/or jury to win a verdict in your favor. This is the only way you will receive justice for your losses.