What kinds of compensation should I expect to receive after I’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident?

After a motorcycle accident, you should be compensated for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering and emotional distress. Knowing the types of compensation you should receive is helpful to avoid settling for less than you deserve.

Medical bills and lost income, for example, should include payment not just of costs incurred to-date but also all costs necessary for the remainder of your life. In many cases, motorcycle crashes cause traumatic brain injury or spinal cord damage, both of which require a lifetime of care. For injuries with permanent consequences, you should not have to worry about covering ongoing costs.

Compensation you receive for losses should cover all non-economic damages as well, including pain and suffering. You should receive these damages whether your claim settles or whether a jury decides the case.

To learn more, see our section on What Damages Can You Recover?