Anaheim Motorcycle Accident Attorney Mark S. Martinez

If a motorcycle accident occurs and you have severe injuries, you should seek medical care immediately. If you are able, you may also take the following steps while still at the accident scene:

1. Contact the local police so that they can come to the scene, assess the situation, and make a report.
2. Take photos of the other driver’s license plate, insurance information, and driver’s license with your cell phone.
3. Record the accident scene in video and/or photo format using your cell phone.
4. Contact a skilled motorcycle accident lawyer.

Due to the more severe nature of a motorcycle rider’s injuries, the recovery process may be lengthy and painful. Depending on the extent and type of your injuries, all or some of the following types of compensation may be collected:

Lost Wages: payments to compensate for lost time and income from your job

Medical Expenses: compensation for all required medical care, including future medical treatment, rehabilitation, occupational therapy, and physical therapy

Property Damage: monies for repairing your motorcycle (if possible), diminution in value of the motorcycle, rental vehicle (if needed), and loss of use

Monetary Damages: monetary compensation for loss of society, loss of consortium, loss of companionship, and pain & suffering

Punitive Damages: depending on the specifics of your case and whether reckless or intentional misconduct can be demonstrated on the part of the other party, punitive damages could be awarded