Orlando Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

The damages from a motorcycle accident may be substantial because the injuries are often devastating. During a motorcycle collision, you lack the crash protection of an enclosed vehicle, leaving you completely exposed to the effects of the crash. This increases the risk of catastrophic injuries like severe burns, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and road rash. 

Medical Expenses 

When your injuries are severe, your medical expenses may be significant not only now but throughout your lifetime. When you’re the victim of someone else’s negligence, you are entitled to pursue compensation for your current and future medical expenses, including the following: 

• Ambulance rides 
• Surgery 
• Doctor visits 
• Hospital stays 
• Physical therapy 
• Rehabilitation 
• Assistive devices 
• Medication 

It’s not uncommon to experience severe psychological distress following a motorcycle accident, and damages for medical expenses can also include the cost of psychological therapy. 

As part of our commitment to putting clients first, our skilled motorcycle accident lawyers in Orlando will also negotiate with your health care providers to reduce your medical bills so you can keep more of your settlement. 

Lost Earnings 

Whether your injuries prevent you from working for a short time or permanently, you may be able to recover compensation for all the earnings your accident has cost you, as well as lost future earnings. This compensation can include salary, wages, lost business opportunities, and even bonuses and promotions you could have earned were it not for your injuries. 

We’ll also help you look for disability benefits if you cannot work because of your accident. Many of our clients are surprised to learn they own a disability policy through an employer or other insurer.  

Our Orlando SSDI lawyers will also be part of your legal team when you choose our motorcycle accident attorneys in Orlando. If your injuries will keep you out of work for a year or more, you may be eligible to receive monthly compensation through Social Security. 

Property Damage 

Every driver in Florida must carry at least $10,000 in property damage liability insurance, and we can help you file a claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance for damage to your motorcycle. We will also look for evidence that other parties contributed to your accident to ensure you recover the full value of your damages.  

Non-Economic Damages 

Some losses after a motorcycle accident can’t be easily measured in dollars. Compensation for these is known as non-economic damages. These damages include compensation for physical pain, emotional distress, scarring, disfigurement, loss of bodily functions, loss of enjoyment of life, and more.  

Punitive Damages 

Your motorcycle accident claim may qualify for punitive damages if you have clear and convincing evidence of intentional misconduct or gross negligence by the defendant leading up to your accident. These types of damages are known as non-compensatory damages because their purpose is to punish the defendant. 

Although there are no limits on other types of damages in motorcycle accident claims, Florida does limit punitive damages. The maximum amount you can receive for punitive damages is generally $500,000 or three times the amount of the compensatory damages, whichever is greater. 

Punitive damages can be awarded when a drunk, aggressive, or reckless driver strikes a rider. 

Wrongful Death Damages 

If your loved one tragically dies from a motorcycle accident in Orlando, our compassionate and supportive Florida wrongful death lawyers will be here for you when you need us the most.  

We know that financial compensation can’t possibly make up for the death of your loved one, but your family doesn’t deserve financial duress along with your grief. You may be entitled to recover compensation for your loved one’s lost lifetime earnings, lost business opportunities, and lost inheritance. Compensation for wrongful death also covers your loved one’s final expenses and medical costs.  

Your family can also recover compensation for emotional losses, including the loss of companionship, parental guidance, support, and more. If your loved one’s death wasn’t immediate, you may also be entitled to pursue damages for your loved one’s pain and suffering.