If you’re considering litigation for being hit while riding a bicycle here are some things you should know:
If your accident just happened, many bicycle accident claims resolve through insurance settlements. The Law Offices Of Cory J Lynch in Atlanta, GA can file your insurance claim and explain whether litigation will be necessary.
You Can Sue the At-Fault Party
Many people get fault and liability confused – especially when you file a lawsuit. When you file a claim, you deal with the claims adjuster. However, when you file a lawsuit, you file directly against the party that caused your accident – and you may have to go to court.
The at-fault party in your case could be:
- Another motorist or road user
- A government agency responsible for maintaining a roadway
- A bicycle or vehicle manufacturer
You Can Recover These Damages with a Successful Lawsuit
If your lawsuit succeeds, you could recover your economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages, which have financial values, include:
- Past and future lost wages
- Past and future medical expenses
- Property damage
- Household services
- Lost earning capacity
- Vocational rehabilitation
- Out-of-pocket expenses
Your non-economic damages, which mostly relate to your mental and physical suffering, include:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional anguish
- Loss of enjoyment of activities
- Worsening of prior injuries
- Disability or disfigurement
- Loss of companionship or consortium
- Loss of enjoyment of life
To recover compensation for your losses, or to gain more insight, please be sure to contact The Law Offices Of Cory J Lynch in Atlanta, GA.
