Motorcycle accidents tend to be very severe, leaving victims with destabilizing injuries, some of which they have to live with. Sadly, these accidents are very commonplace, as thousands of motorcycle accidents are recorded in Tennessee yearly. Meanwhile, these accidents often involve a crash with motor vehicles and can result in injuries of different kinds, including death.
Therefore, motorcycle accident victims in Tennessee need to know the injuries they can sue and get compensated for. Here are ten injuries arising from motorcycle accidents for which a lawsuit may be pursued, among other factors, depending on who is at fault.
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Physical Injuries
If you suffer physical injuries, you may be able to sue for compensation, as these are often more direct and severe. Physical injuries from motorcycle accidents can range from minor bruises to catastrophic trauma, especially because the rider has no protective frame.
Road Rash
A motorcycle crash can cause road rash, an injury from being scraped up from sliding on the road due to the crash. This injury can be minor, requiring only first aid, or severe, in which case a doctor’s attention is needed.
Head Injuries
Head injuries are serious and life-changing, ranging from minor concussions to traumatic brain injuries that affect the victim’s quality of life. While helmets are helpful, they do not always stop head injuries, particularly in a forceful collision.
Fractures and Dislocations
The victim of a motorcycle accident may suffer fractures and dislocations; some of these may heal quickly, while others may require surgery. The most common fractures and dislocations, especially in severe crashes, happen in the shoulder and knee, requiring immediate medical attention.
Property Damage
When a motorcycle accident occurs, the bike can get so damaged that it requires a huge money to fix it. Apart from the bike, your helmet, riding clothes, and other gadgets you have with you can also get damaged. You can claim damages for whatever property of yours was destroyed or damaged in the accident if you are the victim.
Lost Wages
Naturally, you will not be able to resume work while you are recovering from the injuries sustained in the motorcycle accident. That means you lose the money you would have earned in that period or at all, in case you cannot return. You must figure out how much you would lose to ensure you get fair compensation.
Medical Expenses
The medical bills that piled up due to emergency care, your stay at the hospital, surgeries, and treatments received are significant damages. It also covers long-term physical therapy or rehabilitation you need to undergo to get back to full health.
Emotional Trauma
Motorcycle accidents leave the victims’ minds and feelings hurt, resulting in feelings of fear, sadness, or stress. This emotional trauma can make it difficult to do what you used to, such that you need to undergo therapy to get better.
Spinal Cord Injuries
Victims of motorcycle accidents can also suffer spinal cord injuries, which affects more than just their physical well-being. The victim may suffer paralysis and long-term health problems due to a damaged spinal cord, inherently impacting their mind and finances.
Wrongful Death
If the motorcycle accident claimed the victim’s life, the deceased’s surviving relatives can file a wrongful death claim for compensation. They may recover funeral costs, money the motorcyclist would have earned, and loss of companionship.
Conclusion
“Motorcycle accident lawsuits in Tennessee are anything but straightforward; they often need legal as well as medical expertise,” says attorney David Gordon of The Law Offices of David E. Gordon. Therefore, to ensure you get fair compensation for your injuries, you need to record your injuries, costs, and losses carefully.
