Motorcycle injuries occur for many reasons, but one thing most have in common is their ability to cause serious injuries and fatalities. Victims of motorcycle injuries often have ongoing losses and, in some cases, lose their lives.
If you were hurt in a motorcycle accident or your loved one was killed in one, let the motorcycle accident lawyers at Zinda Law Group guide you in seeking compensation for those losses.
Common Injuries in Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accident injuries range in severity based on where they happen, the speed and force applied, and the type and amount of safety gear the rider is wearing.
Every accident should be taken seriously, and comprehensive medical examinations should be given. Some of the most common motorcycle accident injuries we see in personal injury cases include:
- Road rash: This injury occurs when a person’s skin is dragged against the surface of the roadway, causing abrasions, lacerations, deep wounds, and, in many cases, infections and scarring.
- Broken and fractured bones: The impact of a car accident can cause serious injury to bones, including simple fractures to more complex crushing and complex fractures of any of the bones in the body. The most common include legs, arms, pelvis, shins, forearms, and ribs.
- Head injuries: Even with a helmet, damage to the head, including concussions and soft tissue damage, are likely in a motorcycle accident. These injuries can also involve punctures into the skull, causing direct damage to the brain.
- Spinal cord injuries: Damage to the thoracic spine is common in high-speed motorcycle crashes. In some situations, damage to the spinal cord can lead to paralysis or an inability to walk and move the limbs. Other times, they can create painful nerve damage even if paralysis does not occur.
- Abdominal injuries: Many people are thrown from the motorcycle when struck, which can lead to abdominal injuries. This may include lacerations and open wounds, internal organ damage, rib fractures, vascular injuries, as well as damage to the heart and lungs.
- Arm injuries: One of the most common motorcycle accident injuries are those that involve damage to the hand, wrist, and lower arm as a person braces themselves for a fall. Some people may also suffer dislocation and damage to the elbow and shoulder joints.
- Neck injuries: Some injuries impact the neck and upper shoulder area. This can lead to the onset of whiplash, a painful condition that is brought on by the rapid forward and backward movement of the neck.
Any area of the body can suffer serious injury after a motorcycle accident. That may include skin damage from burns and muscle injuries due to lacerations.
Many people with these injuries benefit from working with a motorcycle accident attorney to provide comprehensive guidance on seeking full compensation for all of these injuries.
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Available 24 / 7|Free ConsultationThe Risk of Fatalities in Motorcycle Accidents Is High
Unfortunately, there is a very high risk of death after a motorcycle accident, with some victims dying at the scene from the impact and others making it to the hospital but suffering complications from their injuries.
Data from the National Safety Council states that motorcycles account for just 3% of all motor vehicle accidents that occur in the US but that they make up 14.6% of all deaths attributed to accidents. Some of the most common causes of death from motorcycle accidents include:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries that cause devastation to the central nervous system
- Infection-related losses due to ligaments
- Damage to the heart, lungs, kidneys, and digestive system
- Loss of blood, especially if it took a long time to get care
If your family member died as a result of a motorcycle accident, seek the help of a trusted motorcycle accident attorney. With the help of our legal team at Zinda Law Group, you gain insight into how to hold those who did this accountable.
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Available 24 / 7|Free ConsultationMotorcycle Accidents Are Often the Fault of Others on the Road
It is quite common for a motorcycle rider to be blamed for their accident, often having it attributed to reckless driving of the bike. Yet, it is also important to remember that other drivers on the road frequently cause such accidents due to their failures to adhere to laws.
The following are some of the most common causes of motorcycle accidents brought on by others that could account for personal injury claims:
- Distracted driving: This may lead to the driver not seeing the motorcycle rider, causing them to strike it.
- Alcohol or drug–impaired driving: It is not uncommon for intoxication to make it harder for drivers to pay attention to and react to motorcycle riders on the road with them
- Reckless driving on the part of the vehicle driver: Speeding, trying to pass a motorcycle rider illegally, aggressive tailgating, and illegal turns are some of the most common reasons for these accidents to occur.
- Fatigued drivers: If the driver of a car or truck is tired, they are at a much higher risk of causing an accident. Truck vs motorcycle accidents may be brought on by a driver being too tired behind the wheel.
- Mechanical failures of the motorcycle: In some situations, the design or build of the motorcycle could be the underlying cause of the injuries suffered.
The severity of motorcycle accident injuries often comes from the speed of the other vehicle as well as the impact location. In some situations, these are preventable accidents.
If that is what occurred in your situation, seek out the help of a motorcycle accident attorney for the guidance you need and see for yourself in our prior case results.
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Attorney
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Turn to Zinda Law Group for a free consultation to discuss your motorcycle accident and injuries.
Let us help you determine if someone else is responsible for your injuries and, if so, how much compensation they owe you for the damages and losses you suffered. Schedule a free consultation with our motorcycle accident attorneys now to learn more.
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