Several factors influence what you can recover in your claim or lawsuit, including:
The seriousness of your injuries
The extent of your damages
The identity of the liable party
How the accident and injury affect your life
So, let’s say that you incurred a traumatic brain injury after your bike accident and could not return to work for six months. Then, you had to take a lower-paying job because you could not perform the same tasks after your injury. This could mean thousands of dollars in lost earnings. You could generally seek a higher settlement or award based on these major challenges.
However, you shouldn't dismiss your chances of recovery just because you didn't have a catastrophic injury. Even those with moderate injuries could make a strong compensation case.