How Much is My Motorcycle Accident Case Worth?

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident as a rider or a passenger, you are probably wondering how much your motorcycle accident claim may be worth. The following are a few common factors that will affect the value of any claim you decide to make.

Liability and Damages

The value of any motorcycle accident case depends on two things, liability and damages. Liability means who was at fault for the accident. If no liability exists, either because the person who hit you was not being negligent, or because you are not able to prove the other driver was at fault, your case will not be worth very much. An experienced personal injury attorney from Parke Gordon Law Firm will fight to determine liability by investigating police reports, talking with witnesses, etc. Without proving liability, the other driver doesn’t owe you anything in which case an attorney will not take on your case.

Damages are any losses that you suffered in the accident such as injuries or property damage to the motorcycle. The more significant the injuries, the higher the compensation amount will be. A personal injury case is usually made up of two types of damages: damages capable of exact calculation and damages not capable of exact calculations such as pain and suffering. Because some damages cannot be calculated, a jury is usually instructed to use their good sense, background, and experience to determine the value for pain and suffering.

Settlement vs. Trail

When determining the value of a motorcycle accident claim there are two types of valuations. The settlement value is what you can reasonably hope to settle the case for. The trial value is what you reasonably expect to win in a trial. Typically, most attorneys will try to settle to avoid losing in a trial. The value of either a settlement or trial is based on liability and damages from the accident.

Contact a Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Don't wait to call a motorcycle accident attorney. Our motorcycle accident lawyers have the experience and knowledge to help you obtain a fair settlement for the injuries you sustained in a motorcycle accident. Let us help you deal with the insurance companies, medical bills, lost wages, and property damages resulting from a motorcycle accident. We'll fight to get you every penny you deserve. No attorney fees will be collected until we settle. Call our law office now for a free consultation.