“According to the Insurance Information Institute motorcyclists are 5 times more likely to be injured in an accident and 29 times more likely to sustain fatal injuries. In 2016, motorcyclists were 28 times more likely than passenger car occupants to die in a crash per vehicle mile traveled.” If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you are eligible for compensation by way of a personal injury claim. Successful recovery of damages in a motorcycle accident is determined by your success in your litigation claim against the other driver who caused property damage and/or physical injury.

“The different type of damages a plaintiff can claim for in a motorcycle accident are generally the same as those that can be claimed in an auto accident. These include items that affect the driver, such being unable to attend work during their recovery. It is important to note that if a motorcyclist is involved in a serious accident, he or she should hire an attorney. This is mainly because accidents involving motorcycles result in damage to the bike as well as serious or grave injuries to the person driving and the associated bills and future recovery are often crippling, without compensation”; a Crowson Law Group attorney stated.

There are a variety of damages that stem from an accident. Seeking such recourse could lead to medical bills being paid to the person, or an insurance company, as well as therapy for future recovery and medication. In serious motorcycle accidents, the motorcyclist may require extensive surgery, therapy to rework bones and muscles and future medical assistance to provide a better recovery. Where the individual suffered from neck, back or head injuries this could result in paralysis, impairment to motor skills or cognitive processes. As a result, seeking compensation for medical treatment is beneficial especially where an individual does not have enough insurance coverage.

If the individual was unable to work for some time, he or she may recover a portion or all of lost wages.  During the recovery process it may be that the victim may spend time in the hospital for physical therapy or surgery. It is during this period that the person is unable to go to work and he or she may have no other coverage in order to provide for the lost wages. In some instances the person may end up losing their job and may need to find a new one. Damages provided through lost wages provide a way to recover a portion of what the individual would have earned in an average week.

Property damage provides compensation for any damage that is incurred to the motorcycle.  In some cases the owner may seek reconstruction, repairs or a new bike and such compensation may be enough to replace the vehicle.

Compensation is also provided for any pain and suffering experienced by the individual. The percentage calculation is dependent on the extent of the injuries and suffering the individual went through. The calculation of pain and suffering is based on various factors and the lawyer hired to seek damages may need to determine the fair and reasonable amount based on pain, injuries, loss of limb or motor function and property damage. However, pain and suffering generally includes emotional and psychological harm as a result of the incident.
If you hire lawyers in Anchorage you improve your chances of recovery and compensation to become whole after the accident.

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Crowson Law Group is a law firm of renowned professionals who focus only on personal injury matters. Contact Crowson Law Group to discuss motorcycle accident settlements.