You are more likely to suffer severe injuries in a motorbike accident due to the size of the vehicle and the fact that there is less protection offered when riding on the road with larger vehicles. Traumas, head injuries and broken bones are common afflictions when suffering a motorcycle injury. These types of traumatic injuries also often lead to needing some psychological help or physical therapy for many months or years following, all of which can be very costly and leave you out of pocket.
The approximate amounts you can make a motorbike accident claim for in the U.K for 2010 have been recorded as follows:
Head Injuries
The amount you receive is most likely to depend on whether there is any long-term, lasting damage to the brain. Minor injury to the head with pain that lasts from several weeks to a few years normally is paid out at £ 1,400 to £9,000. More severe cases will see far higher payouts - the most severe head injury can be upwards of £258,000.
Back Injuries
Another injury that is often common with a motorbike accident claim is a back injury. You will need to consult with doctors to find out if there is any damage to your vertebrae and the what consequences this damage will have on your life. The amount you receive will also be determined by the initial pain and the long-term effects of the injury.
You can receive up to £5,000 for minor injury lasting up to 2 years, and £5,000 to £8,000 for minor pain that lasts up to 5 years. For severe back injuries resulting in permanent damage or prolonged damage including fractured vertebrae, you can be awarded up to £110,000. If there is paralysis, you will could see a figure of £258,000.
Forearm Injuries
Another common occurrence with a motorcycle injury is with the damage to the bones in the forearm. The amount of compensation you will receive mainly depends on whether you have required surgery and whether there is any permanent damage.
Simple fractures that heal in a relatively short time span usually receive around £4,000. A simple fracture that results in ongoing disability or small deformity usually gets £4,000 to £12,500. A complicated fracture requiring significant ongoing disability can result in a payment of £12,500 - £25,000, while permanent damage or amputation ca receive anything around the £84,000 mark.
Leg Injuries
Much like the guidelines for the other injuries, depending on the severity of your pain and the complications involved, you can receive anywhere £5,800 for a minor injury and up to £180,000 for a more severe injury including several broken bones or even amputation.
