Motorcyclists in Pennsylvania have a 27 times greater risk of suffering from serious and fatal accident injuries than traditional vehicle occupants. Although suburban areas such as Hazle Township report fewer overall accidents, rural motorcycle crashes have a higher fatality rate.
If you were injured in a Hazleton motorcycle crash, you need the experienced Hazle Township motorcycle injury lawyers from the Cycle Attorney. Our rider advocates have dedicated their careers to fighting for the rights of injured motorcyclists in Pennsylvania.
Recovering Compensation After Pennsylvania Motorcycle Crashes
Under Pennsylvania law, motorcyclists have the same right to demand financial compensation as vehicle occupants after devastating crashes. Riders suffering from common motorcycle accident injuries – including traumatic brain injuries, crushing fractures, friction burns, PTSD, and spinal cord damage – may demand substantial personal injury damages with the help of our experienced accident lawyers. These damages could include compensation for the following:
Medical Expenses
There is no legal limit on the amount injured bikers may demand from negligent drivers for reasonably necessary medical care. However, these damages are often capped by insurance limits and used to indemnify health insurers for accident-related expenditures. However, maximizing your medical compensation can impact your right to demand additional financial damages for pain and suffering.
Lost Wages and Benefits
Negligent drivers are responsible for compensating injured Hazelton riders for any lost income and workplace benefits caused by the accident. The dedicated personal injury lawyers at the Cycle Attorney can help riders calculate the true value of their lost future income, which might include the following:
- Regular wages
- Tips
- Overtime
- Bonuses
- Commissions
- Lost business opportunities
- Missed raises and lost promotions
- Employer-sponsored health insurance
- Pension and 401(k) contributions
- Paid leave
Our legal professionals often work with experienced economic and occupational experts to calculate the full value of your lost wage claims, especially if you’re suffering from a disabling injury.
Pain and Suffering
Also referred to as non-economic damages, many motorcyclists in Hazel Township neglect to demand pain and suffering damages. These damages compensate injured riders for certain intangible losses such as physical pain, inconvenience, frustration, emotional suffering, and lost enjoyment of life. They’re often calculated as a multiple of your economic damages (lost wages and medical expenses).
Property (Motorcycle) Damage
Pennsylvania law requires drivers to carry at least $5,000 in property damage insurance, but most drivers carry higher coverage. This policy can be used to compensate riders for damage to custom bikes.
Cost of Retaining a Motorcycle Injury Advocate from the Cycle Attorney
It could cost you nothing out-of-pocket to obtain dedicated representation from the Cycle Attorney after a devastating Hazle Township motorcycle accident. Our law firm accepts most viable bike crash cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning we don’t get paid unless we recover compensation for you. We might even front all necessary litigation and settlement expenses to maximize the value of your claim.
Contact a Hazleton Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today
If you were injured in a Hazle Township motorcycle crash, you need a law firm that exclusively handles motorcycle cases. Don’t delay. Contact our experienced PA biker lawyers for free online or at (888) 292-5352 (888-CYCLE-LAW).
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