Article: Motorcycle Head Injuries

Arizona Injury Lawyers for Motorcycle Head Injuries

Motorcycle riders are at far greater risk for injury in accidents than other motorists. 80% of accidents involving motorcycles end in injury or death, as compared to only 20% of accidents involving cars. It is not hard to see why. Even when wearing safety gear, motorcycle riders have little protecting them from the pavement, other cars, and any other objects in the case of an accident.

One of the biggest dangers motorcycle riders face is head injuries. Even with a helmet, motorcycle riders are at high risk for skull fractures, broken facial bones, concussions, and traumatic brain injury. Head injuries can devastate victims and cause hundreds of thousands of dollars in medical bills and lost wages.

If you or someone you know has suffered a head injury in a motorcycle accident, you should contact an attorney. If the accident was caused by another driver, Solomon and Relihan can help you receive proper compensation from the other driver’s insurance company. Even if the accident was not caused by another driver, Solomon and Relihan can conduct a thorough investigation into other possible causes of your injuries, including hazardous road conditions or equipment failure.

Helmets

Wearing a helmet can prevent or severely reduce the effects of head injuries, and are highly recommended by safety experts. However, in Arizona adult motorcycle riders are not required by law to wear a helmet. Defendants’ lawyers may attempt to argue that their clients’ are not responsible for a victim’s injuries if the victim was not wearing a helmet, but this should not discourage you from seeking compensation. An experienced lawyer can help fight for your rights and receive the compensation you deserve.

 

Types of Head Injuries

Head injuries are caused when a rider’s head collides with the pavement or another object at high speeds. The impact can cause damage to the face, skull, and/or the brain. Specific types of head injuries include:

  • Skull Fracture – Broken bones in the skull.
  • Concussion – The most common type of traumatic brain injury, caused by the brain shaking around in the skull.
  • Cerebral Contusion – Bruising of the brain, which occurs in 20-30% of head injury cases.
  • Epidural Hematoma – A type of traumatic brain injury in which a buildup of blood occurs between the outer membrane of the central nervous system and the skull. It can be fatal if not recognized and treated early.

Symptoms of Head Injuries

Head injuries should be identified and treated as soon as possible. Symptoms include:

  • Coma
  • Disorientation
  • Drowsiness
  • Seizures
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Disturbance of vision
  • Disturbance of equilibrium

Contact Solomon & Relihan, Arizona Auto Accident Lawyers

If you or someone you love has suffered a head or brain injury in a motorcycle accident, it is best to talk with an attorney. For a free initial consultation with a lawyer about your car accident, contact our Phoenix law firm. For your convenience, home and hospital visits are available upon request.