What Are the Most Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries?

Some of the most common motorcycle accident injuries include road rash, broken bones, and traumatic brain injuries (TBI). But motorcycle accidents can leave riders suffering from other serious injuries as well, and all accident-related injuries can entitle riders to just compensation when someone else was to blame.

Riding a motorcycle shouldn’t be dangerous. If you ride within your limits and observe the rules of the road, you should be able to make it home safely every time. Unfortunately, careless and reckless drivers routinely put riders in harm’s way—and this means that far too many riders find themselves in need of an experienced Dallas motorcycle accident lawyer.

Which Types of Injuries Are Most Common in Motorcycle Accidents?

Accidents involving careless and reckless drivers can leave riders suffering from all types of traumatic injuries—and all types of injuries can entitle riders to just compensation. With this in mind, here are some of the most common types of injuries we see:

• Back and neck injuries
• Broken bones
• Facial injuries
• Internal organ damage and internal bleeding
• Loss of digits and limbs
• Muscle, ligament and tendon damage
• Nerve damage
• Road rash
• Severe lacerations and burns
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)

High-side and low-side accidents can both lead to these (and other) injuries; and, when riders get thrown from their motorcycles, they can potentially face life-threatening consequences. In all cases, riders’ out-of-pocket costs can be substantial, and they can face pain, suffering, and other non-financial consequences that negatively impact all aspects of their daily life.

Which Body Parts Are Most Likely to Suffer Trauma in a Motorcycle Accident?

When riders go down or get thrown from their motorcycles, they can suffer trauma in all parts of the body. But while this is the case, certain areas of the body are more susceptible to trauma than others. For example, some of the body parts that are most likely to suffer trauma in a motorcycle accident include:

• Arms and Hands – The natural reaction when falling is to brace for impact. However, the forces involved in a motorcycle accident are far greater than what our arms and hands can withstand. As a result, injuries to the arms and hands are particularly common. Road rash and trauma caused by holding the handlebars during a head-on collision are common causes of arm and hand injuries as well.
• Back and Neck – The forces involved in colliding with another vehicle, hitting a stationary object, or hitting the ground frequently result in back and neck injuries for motorcycle riders. Along with whiplash, these forces can cause vertebral fractures, slipped discs, and other spinal cord injuries.
• Head and Brain – While wearing a helmet can help mitigate motorcycle riders’ risk of suffering head trauma, no motorcycle helmet provides complete protection. As a result, while riders who are not wearing helmets are more likely to suffer TBI and other head injuries, riders who are wearing a helmet can suffer these injuries as well.
• Legs and Feet – From attempting to put their foot down to having their leg trapped under their bike, motorcycle riders can suffer leg and foot injuries in various ways. In many cases, these are serious, life-altering injuries that leave riders facing substantial losses and long roads to recovery.

In many cases, riders involved in serious motorcycle accidents will suffer traumatic injuries throughout their body. This makes it critical to obtain a comprehensive diagnosis, and injured riders should seek medical attention right away. Injured riders should consult with a lawyer right away as well—as investigating a motorcycle accident promptly can be critical for recovering just compensation.

FAQs: Seeking Full Compensation for Injuries from a Motorcycle Accident

How Do I Seek Compensation for My Medical Bills After a Motorcycle Accident in Texas?

Seeking compensation for your medical bills after a motorcycle accident in Texas starts with hiring a lawyer to investigate the accident and gather evidence of liability. Even if you know that the driver who hit you was at fault, you still need evidence to seek the financial compensation you deserve.

While your lawyer is gathering evidence of liability, you should be focused on taking care of your medical needs. As you begin the recovery process, you should follow your doctor’s advice (or seek a second opinion) and follow up with your doctor if you notice any additional symptoms or concerns.

Am I Entitled to Compensation for My Pain and Suffering?

In Texas, riders who have suffered injuries due to driver negligence, motorcycle defects, road defects, and various other issues can seek just compensation for their financial and non-financial losses. Non-financial losses include things like pain, suffering, emotional trauma, loss of digits and limbs, and loss of enjoyment of life. Once you hire an experienced Dallas motorcycle accident lawyer to represent you, your lawyer will be able to accurately calculate your losses and seek just compensation on your behalf.

What Should I Do to Protect My Legal Rights After a Motorcycle Accident in Texas?

If you have been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident in Texas, you should seek medical attention and legal representation promptly. Seeking medical attention promptly will allow your doctor to document the cause of your injuries, while seeking legal representation promptly will give your lawyer the maximum opportunity to gather evidence of liability before it disappears.

How Our Legal Team Can Help

From conducting comprehensive on-scene investigations to calculating our clients’ losses and dealing with insurance companies, we help injured riders through every step of seeking just compensation for their accident-related losses. We also provide strategic legal representation in court when necessary. In all cases, we provide contingency-fee representation, which means our clients pay nothing unless we win.

Schedule a Free Consultation with a Dallas Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Today

If you need to know more about seeking compensation for injuries you sustained in a motorcycle accident in Texas, we encourage you to contact us right away. Call 469-896-1713 or contact us online to arrange a free consultation with a Dallas motorcycle accident lawyer today.