Have you or someone you love been the victim of a motorcycle accident in New Haven? If so, the legal experts at the firm of Weber & Rubano want you to know that you could be eligible for financial compensation.
Weber & Rubano is your New Haven personal injury law firm dedicated to fighting for the rights of people injured because of someone else’s negligence.
For over 60 years, we’ve worked on behalf of victims who have suffered at the hands of careless third parties. In all the cases we try or settle, we always seek the maximum compensation for all our clients.
We are your legal team, and our New Haven motorcycle accident lawyers are ready to help you. Get in touch with us today for your free, no-obligation case review for your motorcycle accident.
What Motorcyclist Accident Victims Face in the United States
People choose to ride motorcycles for ease of travel, to save money on gas, and to experience freedom. Unfortunately, for many motorcyclists, this freedom is cut short when they experience a motorcycle crash stemming from the negligence of a third party.
According to statistics provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Motorcycle vehicle registrations only encompass 3% of the vehicles in the United States but comprise 14% of all traffic fatalities. In 2020, there were 5,579 motorcycle riders and passenger fatalities across the U.S.
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CDOT) found that at least fifty motorcyclists tragically die on Connecticut’s roadways each year. One of the worst years on record for Connecticut motorcyclists was 2021 when 68 people lost their lives as a direct result of riding a motorbike.
Examples of Injuries Sustained from Motorcycle Accidents in New Haven
In motorcycle accidents, there tend to be similar crash patterns. Therefore, there are some fairly common injuries across all motorcycle accidents.
According to data from NHTSA, the most common injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents are in the lower extremities, typically broken or fractured legs. While leg injuries are most frequent, any of the following other injuries can occur in a New Haven motorcycle accident:
You, or a loved one, may be eligible for compensation. However, calculating specific dollar amounts in your case can be tough and rely upon the specifics of your case. If you are a motorcycle victim and you choose to bring suit, you could seek the following damages:
Economic Damages
In the context of the law, economic damages refer to the monetary losses suffered by a person or business as a result of some type of wrongdoing. Economic damages are intended to compensate the victim for their financial harm and make them whole again.
Examples of economic damages can include lost wages, medical expenses, and the loss of future earning capacity. These damages are typically awarded in civil cases where the actions of another party have harmed one party.
The goal of awarding economic damages is to restore the victim to their financial position before the harm occurred.
Non-Economic Damages
Non-economic damages, also known as general damages, are a type of compensation awarded in a legal case to compensate the injured party for intangible losses they have suffered as a result of the harm they experienced.
These damages are intended to compensate the injured party for things like pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and other intangible losses that are difficult to quantify in monetary terms.
Unlike economic damages, which are awarded to compensate for specific monetary losses, non-economic damages are awarded to compensate the injured party for the overall impact that the harm has had on their life.
Punitive Damages
Punitive damages, also known as exemplary damages, are a type of compensation awarded in a legal case to punish the defendant for their misconduct and to deter similar misconduct in the future.
Regardless of the type of damages you seek, the statute of limitations for most motorcycle personal injury cases is two years, starting from the date of the occurrence.
How Much Compensation Should You Expect for a New Haven Motorcycle Accident Claim?
Every motorcycle accident case in New Haven is different. How much compensation you receive depends on the details of the accident and the role you played in it. While there is no guarantee on how much you will receive this, motorcycle accident case compensation can range from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars. The best way to determine a more accurate estimate is to speak with a New Haven motorcycle accident attorney. Contact us today for a free consultation.
The Role of Modified Comparative Negligence in Connecticut
Unlike states with contributory negligence (meaning the injured party can not receive any damages unless they are blameless) or pure comparative negligence (both parties can receive damages for the percentage they were at fault), Connecticut is a modified comparative negligence state.
That means there is a degree of proportionality of blame – to a limit. For instance, if the court decides you were responsible for 35 percent of the car accident in which you were involved, you will only be awarded 65 percent of the total damages you claim to have suffered due to the incident. This is because 35 percent of the accident that you were responsible for was deducted from the total damages you were awarded.
However, if you are determined to be 51 percent or more responsible for the accident you experienced, you will receive no damages whatsoever.
Our New Haven Motorcycle Accident Lawyers of Weber & Rubano are Here for You
Weber & Rubano is a firm comprised of attorneys who are experienced in personal injury law. If you’re struggling in the wake of a motorcycle accident in New Haven, just know that our team is here to help you in your time of need. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you won’t pay us anything unless we win your case. Contact our New Haven motorcycle accident attorneys for your free case review today and get started on your motorcycle accident claim.
