We know that when you own a motorcycle that you do everything you can to operate safely. Yes, there are risks, but you never think you may need a Salt Lake City motorcycle accident lawyer. However, if the negligence or carelessness of another driver on the roadway has caused you harm, you need to know where to turn.
At the Jardine Law Offices P.C., our qualified and experienced team is ready to step in and get you’re the compensation you deserve. Today, we want to use a recent case to highlight some of the risks to motorcyclists.
This Is a Tragic Story
We have learned that a 41-year-old man and his 9-year-old daughter have been seriously hurt in a crash while riding a motorcycle recently. The incident involved four vehicles and began when the driver of a Subaru ran a red light at 400 South. The driver then struck the motorcycle in the intersection, pushing them into another vehicle.
Thankfully, both the father and daughter were wearing helmets. The father sustained a head injury and leg injuries while the daughter sustained leg injuries. Both are expected to survive.
The driver of the Subaru is under investigation for impaired driving.
What Can Happen?
We know that motorcyclists are at more risk of injury than those in regular passenger vehicles. They do not have the same level of protection. As you saw in the story above, even wearing a helmet cannot prevent injuries. It is not uncommon for us to see the following injuries as a result of motorcycle crashes:
- Spinal cord trauma (possible paralysis)
- Head injuries/traumatic brain injuries
- Internal organ damage or internal bleeding
- Broken or dislocated bones
- Severe lacerations or road rash
Each of these injuries required emergency medical treatment and many of them will see a victim needing extensive recovery periods. The medical costs for treating these injuries can be tremendous, but that is only part of the overall costs. Other hidden accident costs can burden a family. These costs include lost income if a victim cannot work, any necessary home or vehicle accommodations, as well as any emotional or psychological damages.
For the latest reporting year in Utah, there were over 1,000 motorcycle crash injuries and 41 fatalities. In many of those crashes, the negligence of other drivers was to blame.
What Happens Now?
If you or a loved one have been injured and need a Salt Lake City motorcycle accident attorney, we are ready to help. At the Jardine Law Offices P.C., our dedicated team understands these cases and will get to the bottom of what happened. We want to make sure that you are treated fairly by the insurance companies and that you get the compensation you deserve. This can include:
- Coverage of medical expenses
- Recovery of lost wages if you cannot work
- Pain and suffering damages
- Loss of enjoyment of life damages
Let us help you get back on track. You can contact us by clicking here or calling us at 801-350-3506 for a free consultation.