How Long Will It Take To Receive Compensation?
When you are involved in a motorcycle accident compensation claim, you understandably want to obtain your compensation payment as quickly as possible.
In this blog, the team at Bikelawyer explains what happens during the compensation process and answers your questions on how long it usually takes to receive compensation.
Contact our Motorcycle Accident Claims Solicitors
To discuss making a motorcycle accident claim, please get in touch with our team today. You can call us on 01446 438151, fill in our online form or email info@bikelawyer.co.uk for support.
The compensation timeline
Receiving compensation for a motorcycle accident can take anywhere from a few months to a few years, depending on the nature of the case.
Our specialists can give you a reasonable idea of how long it will take for you to get compensation, once we understand the circumstances of your accident and the severity of your injuries.
It is best to speak to an expert to get an accurate timeline, so you do not end up thinking that you have to wait years for compensation, when you may be able to secure a payment within months. Equally, you do not want to settle a compensation claim too quickly, without knowing the benefits of continuing to negotiate or waiting for a court hearing.
At Bikelawyer we do not compromise your claim by rushing and accepting low offers, nor do we delay in starting court claims or prolonging court proceedings. The best way to understand your timeline is to talk to us.
Waiting for compensation
We understand how difficult it can be to wait for compensation, especially when you have had to dip into savings or if you are off work for a prolonged period of time.
Our solicitors understand the frustrations that waiting for compensation can bring and that’s why we are on hand to help you receive compensation as quickly as possible.
Why does the length of time vary to receive compensation?
There are several reasons why the time to receive compensation can vary, such as:
- Liability for the accident is disputed so the court must determine if the defendant is liable to pay you compensation before the defendant’s insurer will negotiate or the court can determine the extent of your payment. Court backlogs and delays in getting hearing dates to determine liability can also prolong your compensation claim.
- Your claim is complicated. For example, the defendant is alleging that you were partially responsible, there were several motorists involved in the accident, or there is conflicting witness evidence.
- You sustained serious injuries and it will take time to understand if you will require additional surgery, make a full recovery, or work out the extent of your long-term needs.
- The defendant or their insurer is not being reasonable. For example, not admitting liability.
In a case involving serious injury and where liability is admitted, we may negotiate for an interim compensation payment where available, so you receive some money to help pay for your immediate needs.
At Bikelawyer our specialists understand the balance between speed and getting your compensation right.
We make sure you understand likely timescales at the outset and will keep you informed throughout, so you can make an informed decision on whether to accept a compensation offer.
Choosing Bikelawyer for your compensation claim
The Bikelawyer team has decades of experience in motorcycle injury claims. We provide no win, no fee representation so you do not have to pay anything upfront to start your claim.
With our team, you can be confident that we will be securing compensation as quickly as possible, whilst keeping you updated throughout the process.
Contact our Motorcycle Accident Claims Solicitors
At Bikelawyer, we are experts in motorcycle accident claims and we can assist clients across the country.
To discuss making a claim, please get in touch with our team today. You can call us on 01446 438151, fill in our online form or email info@bikelawyer.co.uk for support.
