Motorcycle Accident Settlements: How Much Are They Worth?

While there is no fixed amount a victim may receive and your accident case details determine the outcome of your settlement, typically successful plaintiffs can see a return to cover their damages. In order to receive compensation for your injuries, insurance companies will look into the following aspects of your accident.

• Lost Wages: After a motorcycle accident, you may be left unable to perform basic tasks at work, either due to doctor's appointments or hospital stays. If your accident limited your ability to earn a paycheck, you may be entitled to compensation for your lost wages.
• Pain and Suffering: A motorcycle accident can result in emotional trauma that may stay with you for years, or even last a lifetime. Pain and suffering compensation may include but are not limited to: loss of consortium, depression, long-term medical treatment,  and limited ability due to your injuries.
• Wrongful Death: When the unthinkable happens, those left behind may be faced with a slew of financial burdens. After a wrongful death, monetary compensation granted to loved ones will help ease or even cover leftover bills or any funeral expenses.
• Medical Expenses: After a motorcycle accident, you will most likely need to seek medical care. This can include an ambulance ride, hospital stay, and doctor visits. However, your medical care may not end there. Depending on your injuries, you may require ongoing medical attention, which can cost thousands of dollars.

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Even with all of this information on hand, unfortunately, insurance companies will still try to reduce your compensation amount by making assumptions about your injuries, which can leave you drowning in medical bills. Don't allow insurance companies to undercut you on your accident compensation. If you or a loved one have been involved in a motorcycle accident, we can help. Contact us today by filling out a free, no-obligation case evaluation form. See why there's only one Morgan & Morgan.

Hiring an attorney after a motorcycle accident will raise your chances of getting the compensation you deserve. While every case is different and damages will vary, our motorcycle accident attorneys are devoted to helping victims pursue compensation for medical bills and other losses. When you contact one of our motorcycle accident attorneys, they will get straight to work on your case. 

To collect information and evidence to support your compensation claim, your attorney may review your medical records and consult experts to better understand your injuries. They will also gather witness statements, recreate the accident scene, collect police reports, and contact insurance companies on your behalf. With the evidence gathered, your attorney will attempt to negotiate with the defense over your settlement. If negotiations prove unsuccessful, your attorney is prepared to go to trial and represent your case. 

At Morgan & Morgan, our highly specialized attorneys know how a motorcycle accident will drastically change your life. It can be challenging to navigate alone the laws behind motorcycle accidents and who should be held accountable for your damages. If you have any questions about your case or need representation after your accident, contact us. At Morgan & Morgan, we fight for the People. With an army of over 800 attorneys and 3,000 team members, you'll always have someone in your corner. 

All law firms are not the same. If you've been in a motorcycle accident, you can count on us. See why there's only one Morgan & Morgan. To get started, fill out our free, no-obligation case evaluation form, and an attorney will be in touch.