Motorcycle Accident Injuries

The sense of freedom and adventure that a motorcycle rider gets while on the road may be difficult to compare to anything else. Riding down a scenic highway and enjoying the scenery gives riders a powerful sense of being in control. However, that feeling may be misplaced since, by the mere fact that a motorcycle offers riders much less protection than a car, this feeling of freedom is also accompanied by a higher likelihood of being in an accident.

No matter the brand or size of your bike or how careful you are, you can become distracted and crash against a car or any other structure. The drivers around you could also fail to notice you. The result: an accident in which you may suffer unimaginable injuries.

Most Common Motorcycle Injuries

Road Rash

Skin abrasions caused when layers of the skin are scraped off against the pavement result in intolerable and painful road rash that may require skin grafts in some cases. Your healthcare provider will advise you on how to care for these injuries to prevent them from becoming infected or leaving you with unsightly scars.

Broken Bones

Although breaking an arm or a leg may not seem significant or as dramatic as a head injury, having a broken limb may prevent you from performing the functions you normally do at work. It may also impact the way you function in your daily life.

Muscle Damage

As your body hits the pavement, muscles in every part of your body can be damaged. If not treated on time, muscle damage can be with you for a long time and have a decided impact on the quality of your life.

Thoracic Injuries

Injuries to the thorax involve harming your back or neck. If you experience a wipeout at high speed your body can be completely twisted. This results in injuries to your lower and upper back, pelvis, spine, or neck. Although orthopedic advances help in the recovery of these injuries, you may require surgery, ongoing treatment from a neurologist, physical therapist, or a pain management specialist. The length of time that the injuries need to get you back to how you were before the accident can prevent you from going back to work for many months or longer.

Injuries to the Head and Brain

Many motorcyclists refuse to wear a helmet even though it has been repeatedly proven to reduce the risk of head injuries and even death. If you suffered an injury to your head or brain, you should seek immediate medical assistance. You may be suffering from a lack of concentration, memory loss, a concussion, or, in more extreme cases, a traumatic brain injury. Dealing with these injuries should be your priority since their impact on your life can be immeasurable.  

Spinal Injuries and Paralysis

Injuring your spine will change your life forever. Even the lives of your loved ones will be impacted by the effects this injury will have on you. Becoming a paraplegic or quadriplegic requires a lifetime commitment to rehabilitation, physical therapy, medical treatments, and even nursing care. All this care is an absolute must for you but it is not cheap.

Get Medical Attention After a Motorcycle Accident

If you were in a motorcycle accident you must get immediate medical attention to look after your injuries. Also, contact the Eslinger Law Firm where a motorcycle accident lawyer will listen to your case. It is important to seek the compensation you deserve to cover the expenses that come with your injuries as well as property loss. Since we work on a contingency basis, there is no out-of-pocket cost to you.