Most motorcycle accidents are the result of someone else’s negligent and careless behavior, not the motorcyclist themselves. Drivers that cause an accident don’t make a deliberate attempt to harm someone, most accidents are the result of a series of avoidable acts. Motorcyclists are at an increased risk of being injured in an accident because motorcycles are oftentimes overlooked by other drivers because of their size and shape. When an accident does occur involving a motorcycle and another vehicle, the injuries received by the motorcyclist are usually serious, sometimes catastrophic and long-lasting.
Hiring an Experienced Motorcycle Accident Attorney
Not every Jacksonville motorcycle accident that occurs requires the assistance of a personal injury attorney, but if you have been involved in an accident, it’s a good idea to at least discuss your case with a qualified, experienced personal injury lawyer. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, a free consultation with an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer will allow you to understand your options for a fair settlement.
What is My Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?
An experienced motorcycle accident attorney can help an injured victim determine the settlement value of their injury accident claim. As in all injury cases, the exact amount of compensation depends on the unique factors involved in your individual case. An experienced lawyer can usually determine a reasonable settlement range after the injured victim’s medical condition has been stabilized. Damage awards for subjective elements called “pain and suffering” and “loss of enjoyment of life” cannot be predicted with certainty. Again, an experienced motorcycle accident and injury attorney understands these compensation issues and settlements are usually based on the extent and permanency of the injuries. Additional factors such as the effects of the injuries sustained on the victim’s life, amount and duration of the medical treatments required also play a large part in determining reasonable compensation.
Economic Damages
Economic damages are damages that have a direct cost associated with them such as medical expenses, initial and ongoing, loss of wages and the loss of potential income.
Non-Economic Damages
Non-Economic damages are damages sustained by the accident victim that has no direct cost associated with them like pain and suffering, loss of the enjoyment of life and damages suffered by the spouse or family member denied the benefit of a loss or injured party.
Most injured victims of a motorcycle accident have the same questions in mind.
- What amount of financial compensation for my injuries is fair?
- How long will my case take?
- How will I pay my medical expenses caused by the accident?
- How am I going to pay my bills and take care of my family if I am out of work because of my injuries?
These are all legitimate questions an experienced attorney can help you address. If you have been injured in an accident the most important thing you have to do is get well.
Remember… Doctor First, Lawyer Second.
Will Kurtz is an experienced and qualified motorcycle accident attorney serving Jacksonville, St Augustine, Fernandina Beach, and all of Northeast Florida. If you or a loved one have been injured as a result of a motorcycle, car, truck or semi-truck accident, you need the advice of an accident attorney. Will Kurtz is a personal injury specialist who has represented motorcycle accident victims and their families for years. Will understands the issues involved in motorcycle accident cases and how insurance companies handle their claims. Will has represented many clients and has recovered millions of dollars in settlements. Give Will a call at 904-674-3390 for a free consultation.