Broken Bones from Bicycle Accidents
Most devoted cyclists ride their bikes every day. However, the more time
that a cyclist rides his bike, the higher the risk that he will get injured
over the course of a year. In fact, many studies indicate that avid bicycle
riders sustain approximately one broken bone per year. If a cyclist is
thrown off his bike, he can sustain fractures and broken bones easily,
as he has little protection other than a helmet. When a cyclist gets hit
by a motor vehicle in a parking lot or smashed into by a negligent driver
on the road, broken bones and other serious injuries can occur.
However, not every bike crash is caused by a careless and speeding driver.
There are many road hazards and dangerous conditions that are the cause
of accidents. In fact, many crashes occur due to a bike part malfunctioning
or a bicycle rider hitting a pothole, causing the individual to flip off
the bike and suffer broken bones. Even minor accidents can cause a cyclist
to fracture or break bones.
Bones that usually break include:
- Collarbone
- Arm
- Leg
- Finger
- Pelvis
- Back
Virtually any area of the body that is unprotected in a bicycle accident
can leave the individual vulnerable for a bone fracture or broken bone.
Although bicycle accident broken bones are not as serious as other possible
injuries, such as a spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, etc.,
they are in no way just a minor injury. A broken bone can cause a cyclist
pain and other complications.
Depending on the severity of the break, it can take a cyclist a long time
to heal. Injured cyclists may not be able to return to work or take care
of themselves, and they may need to depend on someone else for help. When
a Georgia bicycle accident occurs and you suffer broken bones or fractures,
you will incur medical bills in addition to your pain. Do not suffer your
injuries alone.
If someone else was responsible for your bike accident, then you need to
seek justice. You may be entitled to medical expenses, physical therapy,
time off of work, and more.
Call The Kalka Law Group to speak with a skilled Atlanta personal injury
attorney at (404) 907-1594.