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If you were struck by a reckless driver while riding your motorcycle, you may be able to hold him or her financially accountable for your damages. Before you can recover a payout, though, you will have to put together a strong personal injury claim.
While every claim is unique, there are a few steps that most accident victims can take to give their case the best chance of success. Examples include:
Even if you were able to walk away from the scene, you may be in need of medical attention. From brain damage to internal bleeding, there are a host of impact injuries that aren’t always immediately apparent. As such, it’s imperative to undergo a comprehensive exam as soon as possible following the wreck.
In addition to ensuring you receive prompt treatment for any and all injuries, seeking care right away will demonstrate a commitment to mitigating damages—as long as you follow your doctor’s orders. This, in turn, will reduce the chances of facing a dispute from the insurance company.
The insurance adjuster will likely try to monitor your online activity in an attempt to find any possible reason to challenge your case. If you’re unable to disable your accounts temporarily, at least make sure all your profiles are private, and avoid posting anything that could potentially be used against you.
South Carolina allows for the recovery of both economic and non-economic damages. You’ll have to prove, however, that you did in fact incur them in order to include them in the final payout. Evidence that may help you do so includes:
If you talk to the insurance adjuster directly, you could end up jeopardizing your claim inadvertently. Discussing what happened in the moments leading up to the crash—or what kinds of damages you’ve incurred in the aftermath—could open the door for the opposing party to challenge your case.
As such, it’s wise to hire a personal injury attorney as soon as your condition stabilizes. Then, you can simply refer all correspondence with the insurer to your lawyer, who won’t let them manipulate you into hurting your case.
If you were seriously hurt in a motorcycle accident, turn to Hodge & Langley Law Firm for strategic counsel at every stage of the claims process. Our attorneys have more than 50 years of collective experience in the legal field. Call 864-585-3873 or complete the Contact Form on our website to schedule a free initial consultation with a motorcycle accident lawyer in South Carolina.
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