Motorcycle Accident Settlements in Wisconsin
If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident in Wisconsin, understanding how the state's personal injury laws affect your claim is essential. Wisconsin follows the modified comparative fault (51% bar) system, and you have 3 years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit.
Motorcycle Accident Settlement Range in Wisconsin
Nationally, motorcycle accident settlements range from $5,000 to $300,000. In Wisconsin, settlement values are influenced by the state's fault rules, damage caps, and local jury tendencies.
Low
$5,000
Estimated
$50,000
High
$300,000
How Wisconsin Law Affects Your Motorcycle Accident Claim
Wisconsin uses a modified comparative fault system with a 51% bar under Wis. Stat. § 895.045, meaning plaintiffs who are more than 50% at fault cannot recover. The state caps non-economic damages in medical malpractice cases at $750,000. Wisconsin's major urban centers of Milwaukee and Madison produce the bulk of personal injury litigation, while rural areas tend toward more conservative verdicts.
Under Wisconsin's modified comparative fault (51% bar) system, your settlement may be affected if you share any responsibility for the accident. Your recovery will be reduced by your fault percentage, and you are barred from recovery if your fault reaches 51% or more.
Factors Affecting Motorcycle Accident Claims in Wisconsin
- ✓Helmet use and protective gear worn
- ✓Fault determination and road conditions
- ✓Speed and nature of the collision
- ✓Severity of road rash and orthopedic injuries
- ✓Insurance coverage of at-fault driver
- ✓Pre-existing health conditions of the rider
- ✓Jury or adjuster bias against motorcyclists
Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries
Relevant Wisconsin Statutes
- •Wis. Stat. § 893.54 (statute of limitations)
- •Wis. Stat. § 895.045 (modified comparative fault, 51% bar)
- •Wis. Stat. § 893.587 (med mal non-economic cap)
Motorcycle Accident Claims in Wisconsin Cities
If your motorcycle accident occurred in Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Kenosha, Racine, or anywhere else in Wisconsin, the same state laws apply. Local court systems and jury pools can also influence settlement outcomes.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed personal injury attorney in your state.