You are entitled to compensation if someone else’s negligence caused your motorbike accident, injuries, or monetary loss. Although it is difficult to predict the number of compensation victims might receive, injuries can pursue both economic and non-economic damages.
Economic Damages
- Future medical costs and medical expenses
- Future lost wages and lost wages
- Property damage
- Transport costs
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Prices for household services
Non-Economic Losses
- Emotional distress and physical pain
- Amputation of a limb, or loss of a sense
- Reduction in life enjoyment
- Permanent disability
- Scarring and disfigurement
This list does not include all damages. Depending on the type of motorcycle accident and injuries sustained, victims could be eligible for additional compensation.
Wrongful Death
You can file a wrongful death lawsuit if your loved one died after being injured in a motorcycle accident. A wrongful death lawsuit can be used to recover damages such as funeral expenses, companionship loss, income loss, and other losses.
Do I Need a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?
Even if the accident was caused by another driver, you may not be entitled to adequate compensation. An dedicated motorcycle accident lawyer can help you fight for your right at compensation.
- Collecting evidence of negligence
- Negotiating with the insurance company of the at-fault party
- For a lawsuit, you must file the appropriate paperwork
- Calculating and proving damages
- Expert witnesses
- Advocate for you in court
An experienced accident lawyer can help you with your case even if you’re not able to pay. You don’t have to worry about paying any upfront attorney fees as we work on a “no lose no fee” basis. Jenkins Law’s attorneys are experienced personal injury lawyers who only get paid if you receive a settlement for your losses and injuries.
This post was written by Kelly-Ann Jenkins of Jenkins Law P.L. Kelly-Ann is an St Petersburg Personal Injury Attorney She focuses on personal injury, car accidents, and bicyclist injury. The information on this site is not intended to and does not offer legal advice, legal recommendations or legal representation on any matter. Hiring an attorney is an important decision, which should not be based on advertising. You need to consult an attorney for legal advice regarding your individual situation.
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