Involved in a Motorcycle Accident: What Are the Damages You Can Claim?
Driving a motorcycle is fun and exciting, but it can also be dangerous. When another driver doesn’t pay attention and you are hit, calling a motorcycle accident attorney can help you get the help you need to cover the financial expenses caused by the accident. To determine what the personal injury case is worth, attorneys carefully evaluate your case to assess damages. Punitive Damages Punitive damages are sometimes awarded on top of compensatory damages and mainly serve to punish the defendant. Awards may be capped in some states and the judge focuses on making the plaintiff whole versus the rationale behind compensatory damages which is on the monetary aspects. Compensatory Damages Most damages awarded are compensatory damages and focus on the financial aspects of the case. Typical monetary aspects focus on property loss, medical treatment and income that were affected by the accident. In addition, damages may be awarded that focus on residual impacts of the accident such as pain a...