How Long Is It Normal to Be Sore After a Motorcycle Accident?

The aches and pains of a motorcycle accident can linger, making it normal to be sore after a motorcycle accident for weeks, sometimes months. The degree and severity of your injuries and the receipt of prompt medical care all affect how long you experience pain. Stick to your treatment plan and follow all medical advice throughout your recovery.

Fort Lauderdale motorcycle accident lawyers are familiar with the lingering effects of these injuries. They can work in conjunction with your medical team to understand and document your injuries, treatment plan, and ongoing costs. Most law firms in your area will listen to your story with compassion and kindness—and at no cost or obligation to you. 

Mild to Moderately Severe Motorcycle Accident Injuries and Their Recovery Times

Wearing a helmet and other protective gear, like specially designed and engineered clothing and footwear, can decrease the severity of collision-related injuries. Some typical minor to moderate motorcycle accident injuries include:

• Cuts, scrapes, and bruises
• Muscle sprains and strains
• Muscle spasms and stiffness
• Back, neck, and shoulder pain
• Soft tissue and internal injuries
• Whiplash 
• Concussions

For example, road rash is a commonly reported injury among motorcyclists. According to Cleveland Clinic research, the soreness and achiness can last at least two weeks. Pain that lasts longer should be evaluated and treated by a medical professional for a definitive diagnosis and treatment.

Serious Injuries Can Require Significantly Longer Treatment and Recovery 

Severe motorcycle collision injuries can mean much more extensive treatment and significantly longer recovery times. Injuries such as these could also require short- or long-term rehabilitation and therapy:

• Broken bones
• Foot and leg amputations
• Spinal cord injuries
• Widespread road rash
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Facial and dental damage

Injuries like these can cause longer-lasting pain (beyond achiness) and require more costly medical care. Only a qualified medical professional can diagnose your injuries and prescribe an appropriate treatment plan. Your legal and medical teams can build an effective injury claim together.

Get Compensation for Your Medical Expenses After a Motorcycle Accident

Depending on the degree of your injuries, your medical care could include hospitalization, rehab, therapy, surgery, and other costly treatments. You can recover these costs from the at-fault driver. 

Additional economic damages you can recover from the negligent driver include: 

• Known and anticipated lost income
• Reduced future earning capacity
• Motorcycle damage, loss, or diminished value

Your attorney can substantiate these economic (tangible) damages with bills and other documentation. 

Recover Damages for Pain and Suffering and Other Noneconomic Damages

The damages you recover for pain and suffering compensate you for the physical discomfort of your injuries, the rigors and demands of the recovery process, and the emotional anguish you experience. 

In addition, you could recover these noneconomic damages:

• Disfigurement
• Mental anxiety
• Emotional trauma
• Loss of enjoyment of life

Wrongful Death Damages

If your family lost a loved one in an accident, you could also recover the costs of their funeral and burial and the loss of their financial and familial support. A wrongful death lawyer can guide your family through this challenging process, allowing you to focus on caring for each other.

How a Motorcycle Accident Attorney Can Help You Get Financial Compensation

To recover damages from an at-fault driver, you must prove the legal elements of negligence:

• Duty of care
• Breach of duty
• Causation
• Damages

Collecting solid evidence can prove these elements. A persuasive case file will also document your injury-related expenses and losses. It will include:

• Medical records describing your injuries
• Medical bills detailing your current and future costs
• Employment records describing your income losses
• Accident reconstruction report with photos and video
• Eyewitness statements and medical expert testimonials

Your motorcycle accident lawyer will collect and organize your evidence, creating a cohesive case file that proves the at-fault party’s negligence and financial liability. Hiring a lawyer can also give you peace of mind that they will meet all the required legal parameters of your case. 

Your Lawyer Can File Your Motorcycle Accident Insurance Claim or Lawsuit

Obtaining compensation for your crash often means filing an insurance claim or lawsuit. Most claims end with a settlement, which might involve multiple interactions with the insurance adjuster.

A lawyer can manage all the details of your insurance claim, such as:

• Thoroughly investigating your motorcycle accident  
• Collecting physical evidence and supporting documents
• Handling all verbal, written, and electronic communication
• Identifying and consulting medical and motorcycle accident experts
• Negotiating a fair and appropriate financial settlement

A lawyer can also provide ongoing updates that keep you informed as your injury claim develops and progresses. Updates throughout the negotiation process ensure you are aware of offers and counteroffers. The final settlement decision is yours, but your lawyer will guide you toward a well-informed one.

A Lawyer Can Accurately Interpret the Statute of Limitations in Florida 

Florida’s statute of limitations can be hard to understand, making filing your lawsuit on time challenging. According to Florida Statutes § 95.11, the personal injury or wrongful death statute of limitations is generally two years. Potential confusion can arise because:

• The statute of limitations changed in March 2023
• The victim’s age could stop the clock
• The at-fault driver took evasive action to avoid a lawsuit

If you don’t meet the filing deadline, you could lose the right to file your lawsuit forever. If that happens, you could bear the entire financial burden of an accident caused by another person’s negligence.

Learn More About Soreness and Recovery After a Motorcycle Accident

Prompt medical care is an essential step in post-accident recovery. It can help you understand your injuries and how long to expect to feel sore after a motorcycle crash. While you receive medical care, the Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers team can help you understand your financial recovery options. 

Learn more about financial compensation and the at-fault party’s liability. Contact one of our team members today for your free consultation.