If bikes are your passion, then you won't let this set back stop you..  You're accomplished, you're giving up everything over something that was not your fault, even if justice isn't served and you aren't repaid your losses you shouldn't even put a notch in your belt because you've already won.. winners never quit (or something positive like that)  

I feel for you Bro.   Healing takes time (been there), but it does happen eventually, ummm, mostly anyway.   I've lost several friends over the years (was a pallbearer for some) as well as seeing a few more injured badly.   Those accidents caused me serious introspect, but it all comes down to what life is all about - quality or quantity?

Take care, take time, don't fold, and consider your options and future.

And Amen to the helmet comment.  I wouldn't be here either with out mine.

Not long after I posted my earlier comment I was opening some mail and had a letter from a law firm that specializes in motorcycle accidents.  This group practices in SC, NC & VA.  You might check or have someone check for you for a similar group in your area.  Some always advertise in bike mag's as well and they may be national.
It's just a thought to consider.  Expertise in a specific area can pay off at times like this.

I completely agree with Lancer here.  Dude, glad that you are still alive and able to post here.  I will send one up for you, my friend.

Dave

Your dreams can only be flushed down the tube if you let them. Consider this to be a "time out" on the path to where you want to be.
Hire a lawyer, keep track of your expenses and go after them for everything plus pain and suffering. Heck, you might even be able to pay back you student loan after all the dust has settled.
In 1988 my son, then 15, was riding his bicycle, was stopped at a light and hit by someone who ran the caution and hit another car, knocking it into him. He was knocked 30 feet. He had a badly bruised and sprained knee and a severe concussion. We hired a lawyer on his behalf and he wound up with a new bike, some new clothes, and $13000.
The only charge laid at the scene was failing to yield.
One of my neighbors was  t-boned by a fire truck, running a stop sign, on it's way to a fire, while riding his Harley. His ankle was pretty much crushed. (he still walks with a cane)
I don't know what his settlement was, but it was enough to buy his house, a car, and another Harley at least, and I don't think he has to work any more.