Compensation for motorcycle injuries in New Jersey

Do you have any injuries from a motorcycle accident? It's easy to let the suffering and anger consume you. Medical bills and other costs incurred as a result of a motorcycle accident can add up quickly. Luckily, there are legal actions you take to ensure that these losses are recovered.

In this article, we will list some important things to remember regarding compensation after being injured in a?New Jersey motorcycle accident. However, it's up to you to follow our recommendations to improve your chances. This includes retaining the services of a legal professional.

Our goal at Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law, is to assist every client in pursuing full compensation from the responsible party. Do not hesitate to?call us to schedule a no-cost consultation?with our team of New Jersey motorcycle accident lawyers. When you've been injured due to someone else's?negligence, you have a right to seek compensation for your losses and we will help you do that.

How Does Liability Work in a New Jersey Motorcycle Accident?

It doesn't matter who is at fault during a motorcycle accident in New Jersey, because it is a?no-fault state. Whether the collision was your fault or the other driver's fault, your personal PIP insurance policy covers the costs of medical treatment. However, there's more to it than that.

Serious injuries are common in motorcycle accidents, and medical costs are usually?greater than what your PIP insurance covers. If this occurs, it's important to identify the accident's cause.

A modified comparative fault system (51% rule) is used in New Jersey. In this system, it must be determined that you have contributed less than 51% to the accident in order to be entitled to damages for any personal injuries.

Your insurer will look into your claim after you report it to determine who is at fault. Keep in mind, both parties may be at fault. To determine how much fault each party carries, your insurer will consider information such as police reports, witness testimony, driver's stories, and other types of evidence.

The insurance provider will take the percentage of your liability into account when determining how much compensation from other drivers you would otherwise be entitled to. It's also important to note that you cannot seek compensation from the other driver if you are 51% or more at fault in the accident.

Damages In A Motorcycle Accident

In the event of a motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to?fair compensation?for your injuries, otherwise known as "damages." This is paid to reimburse a victim for their accident-related expenses.

The following losses are recoverable following a motorcycle accident:

• Medical costs, including hospital visits, surgeries, medication, and other medical treatments.
• Lost wages, including income you have missed in the past and the future for time away from work due to the injury.
• Compensation for the loss of consortium and/or the inability to enjoy regular activities.
• Pain and suffering.
• Property damage.
• Wrongful death: If a loved one died in a motorcycle accident, you may be eligible to pursue compensation for their expenses in addition to your own claims, such as emotional distress.

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