What Kinds of Damages Can I Win in a Motorcycle Accident Case?
When you sue for damages in a motorcycle accident case, it’s not just about the economic costs of the crash.
A motorcycle accident causes injuries and expenses—but also psychological trauma, stress and anxiety. These are particularly dangerous and shocking accidents to experience.
You deserve compensation for all the ways this trauma has altered your life
Damages in a case like this are generally broken down into two broad categories:
Economic damages: These compensate you for the obvious monetary costs related to the accident. Medical bills, lost wages from missed work, and property damage fall under this category.
You shouldn’t only be compensated for what a motorcycle accident has already cost you. Your future costs should also be a part of the calculation when determining economic damages.
If you’ll need additional medical treatment, that needs to be part of the conversation. Your settlement should account for any loss of earning potential if your injuries will affect your ability to work over time.
Non-economic damages: These types of damages make up for those things that are harder to quantify, like emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and pain and suffering.
Drivers of cars and trucks have a responsibility to look out for your safety on a motorcycle, just like they do for everyone else on the road. But too often, they disregard or act aggressively toward people on motorcycles.
A Northeast Indiana motorcycle lawyer from FVG will fight to ensure that you’re properly compensated for what you’ve been through.
