Motorcycle Accident Attorney in Florida

Motorcyclists are inherently vulnerable on the road, with very little protection from the road or other vehicles. Injuries are commonly severe, and often can be catastrophic or fatal. If victims survive motorcycle crashes, medical bills, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs can be steep – not to mention the physical pain and emotional suffering of such a major accident. Some of the most common motorcycle-related injuries are:

• Head and traumatic brain injury. Florida law requires helmets for riders under the age of 21. If over the age of 21, riders can bypass the helmet requirement by taking out insurance policies providing for at least $10,000 in injury coverage. Please note that, even with a helmet, there is a high risk of head injuries in motorcycle crashes.
• Broken bones. Broken bones, commonly occur in the legs and feet. The lower extremities are at risk for injuries due to striking other vehicles or the road. Broken bones can be very painful, require lengthy surgeries and rehab if severe, and result in a prolonged disability that may even be permanent.
• Spinal cord injuries. Spinal cord injuries can render a rider paralyzed with no sensation or ability of movement in their extremities. Spinal cord injuries can occur if riders are thrown from their motorcycles, pinned beneath either vehicle, or crushed beneath a vehicle. There is currently no cure for serious spine injuries, and can drastically affect your quality of life negatively.

Lacerations, abrasions, bruising, and soft tissue injuries are also common in motorcycle collisions. Many survivors are never the same after a bad motorcycle crash. Even those who recover physically can suffer post-traumatic stress disorder and emotional distress or anguish, requiring therapy or rehabilitation. At Freedland Harwin Valori, PL, we fight for victims who have been severely affected by those who were acting negligently. It’s our mission to secure the best possible compensation for injured motorcyclists in Florida.