Maison Law represents injured motorcycle accident victims who have received low settlement offers from the insurance company. We understand that motorcycle accident victims are often left with significant medical expenses, career-altering injuries, and other financial obstacles that lower their quality of life. This is why monetary compensation through a motorcycle accident settlement is essential to the lives of those who are dealing with life-altering injuries due to the careless actions of another driver.
The amount a person can receive in a motorcycle accident settlement will be dependent on their medical costs, lost wages at work, and the insurance policy of the liable party. So one of the first steps you can take toward receiving a fair settlement is to consult with a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer at Maison Law. Contact us today for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation to understand the best legal course of action for your situation.
How Maison Law Helps Motorcycle Accident Victims
While it is common for insurance companies to blame motorcyclists for accidents or deny their claims entirely, Maison Law protects injured motorcyclists’ right to fair compensation, regardless of who was at fault. If you’ve received a low-settlement offer for your motorcycle accident, our firm will take the necessary steps to begin negotiating a fair settlement on your behalf to recover compensation for the following damages:
- Economic damages: The financial damages you incurred due to the accident.
- Medical bills
- Lost Wages
- Loss of future potential earnings
- Loss of property
- Cost of property repair or replacement
- Non-economic damages: These are subjective, non-compensatory damages.
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Loss of consortium
- Punitive damages: These are damages awarded to serve as punishment to the at-fault party.
- Reckless behavior (DUI, street racing)
- Actions performed out of spite
Get a Free Consultation
Maison Law offers a free consultation to all injured victims in California. Our Personal Injury Attorneys are here to discuss the details of your incident at no cost to you and evaluate if you have an injury claim and the next steps you should take. Everything you discuss with us is protected under attorney-client privilege, even if you decide not to take legal action. For more information, contact us today for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation.
Types of Motorcycle Accident Settlements
While there is no typical settlement amount for car accident claims, there are three settlement amounts accident victims can expect after winning their claim. These settlements include:
- Low settlement: low settlements usually consist of minor accidents with little to no injuries. Medical bills and property damage costs are usually low in minor accidents, so the settlement amount will reflect the cost of damages.
- Moderate settlements: moderate settlements apply to accidents with moderate injuries such as whiplash, fractures, and bruises. These injuries will require some medical treatment, as well as some missed work. The recovery period can be somewhat long, but victims typically make a full recovery.
- High settlements: high settlements involve severe injuries, resulting in long-term medical treatment, permanent disability, or fatalities. These cases usually receive substantial compensation due to the extent of medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, as well as the extent of negligence which caused the accident.
Factors Can Decrease the Value of a Settlement
Understanding the factors that can potentially harm your case is essential to knowing the value of your lawsuit. Our Motorcycle Accident Lawyers will be able to highlight the reasons you deserve to be compensated, while also protecting you from the factors that could reduce your compensation. These factors include:
- Comparative negligence: if you are found partially at fault, your settlement can be reduced by your percentage of liability.
- Pre-existing conditions: pre-existing medical conditions unrelated to the accident could complicate and potentially decrease the settlement.
- Lack of strong evidence: the inability to prove the liable party’s fault or carelessness in the accident can undermine your case and reduce your settlement.
- Delayed medical treatment: delays in seeking medical treatment after the accident may count against you as it implies your injuries were not that severe
- Inconsistent statements: inconsistencies in your statement or re-telling of the incident can hurt your credibility and diminish settlement prospects
Damages You Can Claim in a Motorcycle Accident Settlement
Depending on the severity of your accident, there are several damages available to motorcycle accident victims. Motorcycle accidents can be expensive for victims and their families. According to the Insurance Information Institute, motorcycle accidents have an average of around $16 billion in damages each year. For victims to be able to pursue compensation for their accident, it is recommended to partner with an experienced attorney who can maximize their compensation. An attorney will help motorcycle accident victims pursue the following damages:
- Present and future medical expenses
- Loss of income, as well as a reduction in earning capacity
- Cost of living with an injury, such as making a home disability accessible, purchasing a wheelchair or crutches, hiring a nurse or housekeeper
- Damage done to property during the accident
- Pain and suffering caused by injuries and loss of enjoyment of life
- Stress and anxiety due to the nature of the accident
Costs Associated with Partnering with a Motorcycle Accident Attorney
Depending on your case, there could be additional costs that will be taken out of your settlement. A motorcycle accident attorney should make you aware of additional costs as they arise; however, it is always good to understand the expenses you may be accumulating as your lawsuit progresses. Fees and costs associated with a motorcycle accident lawsuit may include:
- Copy fees
- Cost of obtaining medical records, accident reports, and other necessary records
- Cost of securing expert witnesses
- Cost of travel and lodging expenses for you and anyone else involved in your case
- Expenses related to independent accident investigations
- Deposition costs and fees
- Postage costs
- Trial costs (if necessary)
Contact Maison Law | Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
To receive the maximum amount for your motorcycle accident settlement, it always helps to have one of our Motorcycle Accident Attorneys on your side. At Maison Law, we have the resources to justify the full extent of your losses and negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. Our dedicated legal team will exercise every avenue of the law and fight for your right to a fair settlement.
Contact Maison Law for a free consultation and case evaluation. There are no up-front costs for our services, and you don’t pay a cent unless we win your case.
