When you file a bicycle accident claim in New York, you may have the right to include compensation, not only for the financial damages you sustained because of the accident but also for the ongoing suffering that went along with your bicycle accident and injuries. As the victim of a bicycle accident, you may face immense physical pain as well as emotional suffering. Talk to your lawyer about your impact because of your bicycle accident injuries. Discuss factors like: Loss of independence Changed relationships Inability to participate in your favorite hobbies and activities Anxiety or depression PTSD Your lawyer can help give you a better idea of how you can best include compensation for your suffering as part of your bicycle accident claim, as well as how you can best establish the extent of that suffering to the insurance company so that you will receive compensation that reflects the full damages you sustained in your accident.