ATV accidents and motorcycle accidents can cause severe injury to victims, partially because motorcycles and ATVs provide little protection from impact. Accidents on an ATV or motorcycle fall under the category of car accidents, so the laws regarding how and when an accident victim may recover damages are based on car accident compensation laws. These laws provide for recovery of medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering damages and emotional distress damages, among others. In all car accident situations, including those involving an ATV or motorcycle, the amount of recovery available to an injured victim will depend upon who was at fault for the accident. State law can also play a role in determining what your compensation may be as those in "no fault" states have only a limited right to recovery. More information about ATV accidents, motorcycle accidents, and car accident claims and compensation is contained in this section.