What Types of Compensation Can I Claim?
A serious personal injury accident can upend your life in an instant. You may be facing a lengthy physical recovery, emotional trauma, and financial insecurity. Under such difficult circumstances, sound and empathetic legal guidance is essential.
If you were hurt due to the negligent or reckless actions of another individual or entity, you likely have legal recourse for restitution for your losses. Oftentimes, pursuing compensation is a key step in regaining your quality of life after an injury accident. An experienced personal injury lawyer is the advocate you need to get the compensation you deserve.
The legal team at Johnson Attorneys Group is adept at handling many types of personal injury claims and lawsuits. We have dedicated our careers to protecting the rights of California injury victims and helping clients rebuild their lives after a devastating accident.
Please don’t wait to get the help you need. Call Johnson Attorneys Group today at (800) 208-3538 or fill out our online contact form for a free personal case review. Learn how you can recoup your losses after a motorcycle accident that was not your fault.
Potential Compensation in Personal Injury Cases
A motorcycle accident can result in a number of losses, impacting your life long into the future. As you endeavor to recover from the incident, it is critical that you understand the kinds of damages available to you, thus ensuring that you pursue enough compensation to meet your current and long-term needs.
In the aftermath of an accident, some damages are easily calculated, while others are less tangible. A knowledgeable personal injury attorney can help you assign a dollar amount to certain non-economic damages. In this way, none of your suffering will be brushed aside as you seek maximum compensation for what you have gone through.
Compensation for medical bills and expenses
The expenses associated with medical care and treatment after a serious accident can be massive. There may be initial medical bills as well as the need to pay for long-term medical conditions as a result of your injuries.
You may be eligible for compensation for such medical costs as:
- Emergency department care
- Ambulance fees
- Surgeries
- Medication
- Hospital stays
- Physical therapy
- Medical equipment
- Healthcare visits and consultations
- Other medical expenses
Your attorney, together with your healthcare providers, can review your long-term medical prognosis and determine whether there is a reasonable probability that you will need additional compensation to care for future medical expenses.
Compensation for lost income and reduced earning capacity
If you are unable to work for a time or require a reduced work schedule after the accident, you can seek compensation for lost or diminished wages. What’s more, if your injuries prevent you from working at all, you can request compensation for the loss of potential future earnings, as well as other benefits.
When determining damages for lost or reduced earning capacity, the insurance company or court will likely consider such factors as your:
- Age
- Occupation
- Education and experience
- Skill level
- Life expectancy
Compensation for property damage
Personal injury accidents often involve property damage, especially car accidents. In most cases, insurance companies will offer repair or replacement compensation for your damaged vehicle.
It is advisable to consult a personal injury lawyer before accepting an insurance offer or settlement. He or she can ensure that the insurance adjuster is not taking advantage of you and can negotiate on your behalf for higher compensation.
Compensation for pain and suffering
After sustaining a physical injury, it is crucial to honestly evaluate the full impact of the pain and suffering you have endured. You may be able to recover just compensation for your initial pain and suffering as well as pain and suffering that is likely to occur in the future, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Pain and suffering that may stem from a personal injury accident include such things as:
- Depression and anxiety
- Grief and anger
- Loss of enjoyment or quality of life
- Physical disfigurement or impairment
Recovering monetary compensation for pain and suffering will help you get the support you need and make the best recovery possible under the circumstances.
Compensation for wrongful death
If an accident victim dies in the incident or as a result of his or her injuries, certain close family members can recover damages on the victim’s behalf.
Wrongful death damages may include:
- Funeral expenses
- Burial costs
- Loss of guidance, emotional support, or companionship
- Lost income, savings capacity, or benefits
In the sad event that you need to pursue a wrongful death claim, your lawyer can help you reach a compensation agreement that will adequately provide for your family’s immediate and long-term needs while also respecting the legacy of the deceased.
Punitive damages
Punitive damages do not apply to every personal injury case. Such damages are not designed to make accident victims whole again but rather to punish the at-fault party.
In California, punitive damages may be awarded when the liable party acts with malice, oppression, or fraud. If your personal injury case stems from such extreme negligence, a well-practiced attorney can help determine whether it is in your best interests to pursue punitive damages.
Work With Johnson Attorneys Group to Recover Your Rightful Compensation After an Accident
In the fallout of a severe motorcycle accident, you may feel knocked down with no way up. Physical injuries and the resulting emotional and financial instabilities can be frightening and stressful. Understandably, you may feel overwhelmed by the very idea of pursuing an insurance claim or lawsuit.
Please rest assured that you do not need to go it alone. The empathetic personal injury lawyers at Johnson Attorneys Group are ready to fight for the compensation you deserve so you can put this difficult chapter behind you. Our legal team will never ask you to settle for less than you are entitled to receive. With a 98.7 percent success rate, we have recovered over $100 million on behalf of our clients.
We know that you want closure, and we pride ourselves on bringing justice to injury and accident victims across California. Call Johnson Attorneys Group today at (800) 208-3538 or fill out our online contact form for a free, confidential consultation. If we don’t win, your case is free.
