One of the most pressing questions after a motorcycle accident is often, “What compensation am I entitled to?” The amount of compensation you can receive in Arkansas for a motorcycle accident varies widely, depending on the unique circumstances of your case, including the severity of your injuries and the degree of fault.
Generally, you may be able to recover damages for various losses you’ve incurred:
- Medical Expenses: This includes emergency room visits, hospital stays, surgeries, medications, physical therapy, and any future medical care related to your injuries.
- Lost Wages: Compensation for income you’ve lost due to being unable to work, both currently and in the future, as a result of your injuries.
- Pain and Suffering: This refers to non-economic damages for the physical pain, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life caused by the accident.
- Property Damage: Costs to repair or replace your damaged motorcycle and any other personal property.
- Future Care Needs: If your injuries require long-term care or rehabilitation, these costs can also be included in your claim.
It’s important to understand Arkansas’s modified comparative fault rule. This rule means that your compensation may be reduced if you are found partially at fault for the accident, but only if your share of fault is less than 50%. If you are found to be 50% or more at fault, you may be barred from recovering any damages.
Beyond these common categories, compensation also takes into account how the accident has impacted your overall life. This can include loss of enjoyment of life, such as being unable to participate in hobbies or activities you once loved, or disfigurement. A skilled attorney will work to quantify not only your direct financial losses but also these less tangible, yet equally impactful, damages, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of your claim’s worth.
At Pfeifer Law Firm, our attorneys have a strong track record of securing significant settlements for our clients, such as $750,000 for traumatic brain injuries. We meticulously evaluate every aspect of your case to ensure you receive fair and comprehensive compensation.
At Pfeifer Law Firm, we are committed to helping you understand the full potential of your case and fighting for the maximum compensation you deserve. Contact us today to evaluate your motorcycle accident case’s potential and discuss your options.
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Paul Pfeifer grew up in Little Rock, Arkansas, and obtained his law degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in Cleveland, Ohio. Since law school, he has extensively practiced in the areas of personal injury, product liability, nursing home abuse, and employment discrimination. He is licensed to practice law in every state and federal court in Arkansas, as well as the United States 8th Circuit Court of Appeals. Paul is an active member of several legal associations, including the Arkansas Bar Association, the Pulaski County Bar Association, the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, and the Arkansas Trial Lawyers Association. He has also tried numerous cases before juries on behalf of Arkansans and their families.