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Minden Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Motorcycles are a great way to get around Minden. On a bike is the perfect way to take in the mild climate and scenery. Unfortunately, bikers are at great risk when they are on the road. Other drivers do not always watch for bikers, and one has very little protection when they are on a motorcycle. Due to these factors, motorcycle accidents are very common and they also result in some of the most severe injuries. Below, our Minden motorcycle accident lawyer outlines the most common types of injuries sustained in these crashes, and how you can obtain the full compensation you are entitled to.

Injuries Sustained in Motorcycle Accidents

There are five types of injuries motorcyclists sustain in an accident, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These are as follows:

30 percent of injuries affect the legs and feet
22 percent of injuries impact the head and neck
20 percent of injuries affect the chest and trunk
18 percent of injuries impact the hands and arms
8 percent of injuries impact the abdomen and lower trunk

The injuries sustained during a motorcycle crash differ from those suffered in other auto accidents. Degloving, which happens when the skin is torn off of the hand, is very common. Road rash, permanent scarring, and severe burns are also very common in motorcycle accident cases.

How Do Motorcycle Accidents Differ from Other Auto Accidents?

Bias: Motorcyclists know the dangers they face while they are on the road and so, the majority of them ride cautiously and carefully. Still, juries and insurance companies hold biases against motorcyclists and view them as dangerous and reckless individuals. Bikers have to educate these parties to overcome these biases, which can be challenging.
Fatalities: It is a tragic fact that motorcyclists are 14 times more likely to be killed in an accident that involves larger vehicles.
Long-term care: Due to the fact that bikers sustain such serious injuries during a crash, they often require long-term care. This can include admission to a long-term care facility, extensive hospital stays, or in-home care. All of these options are very expensive and motorcyclists often require financial support to pay for them.

While you may be tempted to file a motorcycle accident claim on your own, this is not recommended. The challenges presented in these cases are difficult to overcome without sound legal advice.

Our Motorcycle Accident Lawyer in Minden Can Give You the Best Chance of Success

After being injured in a crash caused by another person’s negligence, you deserve financial compensation. At Rice & Kendig, LLC, our Minden motorcycle accident lawyer can help you get it. We will negotiate with the insurance companies on your behalf, inform you of your rights, and ensure they are upheld so you obtain the full compensation that is justly yours. Call us today or fill out our online form to schedule a free review of your case with our experienced attorney and to get the sound legal advice you need.

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