Did you know that “more than 80 percent of all reported motorcycle crashes result in injury or death to the motorcyclist,” [Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration]? The fact is, motorcyclists are more susceptible to sustaining serious and even life-threatening injuries as most fail to properly protect themselves and they also don’t have the protection of a passenger vehicle car to help take the brunt of the impact. Because most motorcyclists wind up suffering from several types of injuries, some that affect them for years, it is important that a victim of one of these types of accidents pursue the appropriate party for the compensation they need for the pain and suffering they endured.
Some common injuries a motorcyclist should consider collecting compensation for include:
Bone fractures. Livestrong highlighted that many motorcyclists sustain bone fractures after an accident because most land with the bike on top of them. Others suffer from broken wrists, arms, shoulders, and even a fractured pelvis as they attempt to break the fall with their body. Now, while most broken bones have the ability to heal, it does take time and can cost a person a significant amount in medical care. With that said, if you aren’t pursuing your insurance company for the compensation you deserve for the medical expenses that have accrued or the time you were unable to work due to your injury, you may want to speak with an Alexandria, LA motorcycle accident lawyer who can identify other parties that may be held accountable for your injuries.
Road Rash. Another injury many motorcyclists sustain is road rash. Because most bikers come in contact with the ground when they go down, their body scrapes against the surface of the road causing them to suffer a skin abrasion called road rash. This type of injury ranges from mild to severe, says Livestrong, and a person might be left with scarring after the wound heals. Not only is this painful, but scarring can have an effect on an individual’s self-confidence, which should be taken into account when determining how much compensation you are entitled to receive.
Head Injuries. While many bikers choose to protect their head with a helmet, a large percentage of those who ride don’t. And that puts them at risk of sustaining a traumatic brain injury or worse, dying. However, despite whether a biker may have been riding a motorcycle with or without a helmet on, if the accident they were involved in was caused by another motorist, they should receive compensation for all the pain and suffering they endured and will endure for the following years to come. The truth is, a victim who suffers from a traumatic brain injury usually won’t recover 100% and the amount of medical treatment they need is significant. So, if you know someone who suffered from one of these types of injuries in an accident that occurred in Alexandria, LA, it is vital you contact The Downs Law Firm to speak with a motorcycle accident attorney.
While the injuries mentioned above are all worthy of receiving compensation, any type of motorcycle accident injury is worth something. The fact is, everyone handles these accidents differently and the injuries they sustain affects them in a different manner. So, if you are interested in learning about how much your injuries are worth and what you need to do so that you receive a fair amount of compensation, contact our firm and speak with a knowledgeable LA motorcycle accident attorney today.
You can reach The Downs Law Firm at:
Bastrop Office
4214 Sterlington Road
Monroe, LA 71203
318-284-8551
Monroe Office
4214 Hwy 165 N.
Monroe, LA 71203
318-284-8551