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Home » Lifestyle » Legal Matters » The Major Types of Injuries a Motorcycle Accident Can Cause

Legal Matters · December 2, 2022

The Major Types of Injuries a Motorcycle Accident Can Cause

The Major Types of Injuries a Motorcycle Accident Can CauseImage source

Compared to cars, motorcycles are less stable and less obvious to other drivers. A locked vehicle does not protect motorcyclists in the event of an accident. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists are 26 times more likely to die in a traffic crash and five times more likely to be injured than passengers in passenger vehicles.

Unfortunately, motorcycle accidents often result in severe and sometimes fatal injuries because the motorcycle user has little or no protection from the impact. Speak with a lawyer to learn about the common injuries in motorcycle accidents and how to get compensation for them.

Skin Burn

Second- and third-degree exhaust, engine, and manifold burns are possible for motorcyclists. Motorcycle engines, which are frequently entirely exposed, typically reach temperatures of around 230 degrees. The rider may lose control of the bike and hit the motorcycle engine in case of collision. Since there is no barrier between the engine and the rider’s skin, this can result in second or third-degree burns.

Spinal Injuries

Spinal cord injuries are one of the most severe injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Throwing yourself from a motorcycle or hitting another large vehicle can cause severe spinal cord damage and result in partial or complete paralysis. Even a minor spinal cord injury can have long-term effects, requiring long-term care and physical therapy for the patient.

Traumatic Brain Injury

When a motorcycle gets hit by another car, the rider falls off the road and suffers significant head injuries, especially if the rider is not wearing the correct helmet. Traumatic brain damage, which can result in brain edema or encephalitis, can be brought on by severe head injury. Therefore, it is essential to understand that brain damage can occur from even a minor head injury.

Also, severe traumatic brain injuries can cause cognitive changes and neurological problems, including hearing, speech, and visual impairments.

Internal Bleeding

Internal bleeding can result from punctures or blunt injuries in a motorcycle accident. Internal organ injury and internal bleeding can also result from the sudden deceleration of the body when it hits a hard surface such as a wall, automobile, or floor.

One of the worst types of bleeding is internal, which can impact the brain, heart, main blood arteries, spleen, lungs, and liver. Internal injuries are often easy to identify, although they may not present with clear or immediately noticeable symptoms. Although there may be no signs or symptoms immediately after a motorcycle accident, it is essential to watch for internal injuries.

Femur Fractures

The femur, the longest bone in the body, attaches to the pelvis at its proximal end, called the femoral head. Along with the tibia and fibula bones of the lower leg, its distal end forms the knee joint.

Depending on where they occur and how severe they are, femur fractures can take many different forms. The location of the fracture in the thigh can cause some of the most common symptoms of a femur fracture. It can be fatal if accompanied by multi-system damage or significant blood loss.

Conclusion

Debilitating motorcycle injuries may require considerable care and treatment. It is essential to get adequate compensation for the loss. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident and want to ensure that your legal rights, including your right to compensation, are protected, contact an experienced personal injury attorney.

 

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