There are several types of damages you may claim in a personal injury lawsuit after being involved in a motorcycle accident. Claims for medical expenses are key among these, but you may also claim damages for lost wages or diminished employment opportunities, and pain and suffering.
If you have been in a motorcycle accident, injuries may be as minor as a few cuts and bruises, or as serious as paralysis or some other permanent disability. In addition, some injuries may not even produce symptoms initially or may require medical care down the road. It is important to undergo a thorough medical examination immediately following a car accident if you believe you have been injured in some way. Medical expenses brought about from a motorcycle accident may include (but are not limited to) any of the following:
- Physical and/or cognitive therapy
- Ambulance fees
- Consultations with health care professionals
- Permanent disability