As a biker, you are well aware of the dangers that you face on the road every single day. If you are involved in a crash, you also realize that you have a greater chance of suffering serious injuries because you don't have the same protection as someone riding in a vehicle that offers more protection.
Being involved in a chain reaction accident can have serious consequences. If you have been involved in a chain reaction crash, you can file a personal injury claim to recover compensation for the damages that resulted from the accident.
Injuries That Might Result from a Chain Reaction Crash
If you have been involved in a chain reaction crash on your bike, you could suffer serious, life-altering injuries. These injuries might require ongoing medical care, take years to recover from if recovery is possible, and involve in-depth treatment. Here are some injuries that might result:
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Broken femur - A broken femur is a serious injury that requires a long, intensive recovery. Surgical intervention and physical rehabilitation are often involved in ensuring you make a full recovery. It will be a painful road in order to heal.
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Traumatic brain injury - Even if you are wearing a helmet, you are much more likely to suffer a head injury while riding a bike. A traumatic brain injury can lead to lifelong problems. You might be disabled from the injury and require a caregiver.
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Paralysis - A spinal injury can forever change your life. You could suffer from paralysis when involved in a chain reaction crash.
Keep copies of medical records, take photos of visible injuries, and keep medical bills to show the severity of your injuries. Also, document any missed work and lost wages.
For more information about documenting your accident, please see our tips for documenting an accident.
Damages to Your Motorcycle
A chain reaction crash will wreak havoc on your bike. You can expect it to suffer serious damages from such a crash. Here are some damages that might result from such an accident:
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Totaled bike - Your bike could be damaged beyond repair. In such a situation, you will have to replace it. In this instance, your bike will be considered a total loss.
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Frame damage - The bike's frame could be warped, which will throw the bike completely out of alignment. This is an expensive repair.
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Body damage - The body of your bike will suffer damage. It will need repairs or replacement parts as well as new paint.
Get a written estimate from a repair shop, take photos of the damages, and keep any receipts for towing or hauling to use in the negotiations process with the insurance company. It's extremely important to make sure that you have evidence of your damages when dealing with the insurance company.
Get Help Today
If you have been involved in a chain reaction crash, you should get help from a motorcycle accident injury lawyer before you file your personal injury claim.
Your lawyer can determine which damages you suffered and the value of your claim. Because of the complexity of your claim, make sure you have an experienced personal injury lawyer fighting for your rights.
Because lawyers work on a contingency basis, you won't have any out of pocket expense. Schedule your free case evaluation today.
