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The Trauma of Motorcycle Accidents and its Healing Process

The Seeker by The Seeker
January 30, 2020
in Leisure & Lifestyle
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Riding motorcycles is a great thrill. Many biking enthusiasts take it on as a hobby, while some use it for their daily commute. Unfortunately, just like any other vehicle on the roads, motorcycles are susceptible to accidents. Surviving a motorcycle collision can be very traumatic, both physically and emotionally. A lot of motorcycle accidents end up causing their riders some traumatic injuries. 

Unlike cars and other closed vehicles, motorcycles are not provided with the same safety measures, and if their rider is reckless enough to go at high speeds or drive irresponsibly, then they can be really badly hurt. Of course, sometimes accidents occur due to human error—those are not necessarily caused by reckless driving. 

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However, the healing process from such trauma, no matter what was the initial cause, can take quite a while. 

The aftermath of a motorcycle accident

Just like any traumatic event, motorcycle accidents often leave those involved having to deal with so much at once. From filing official reports and paperwork to focusing on healing their injuries, victims of motorcycle accidents go through a lot in a short period of time, immediately after the collision occurs. Here are some of those procedures that are to be followed after an accident:

Contacting the local police

The first step you have to take following a motorcycle accident is immediately getting in touch with the police. It’s important that they understand what the situation is so they can be present at the scene of the accident with the right kind of backup. According to the legal advice available on https://seveylaw.com/how-to-manage-the-aftermath-of-a-motorcycle-accident/, calling the police and emergency services is absolutely essential. This is particularly important if someone involved is badly hurt and needs medical attention, but also for proper documentation of the incident. Often times, insurance claims are settled quickly if all documents necessary is available. Once the police and emergency services arrive, everyone involved takes part in explaining what happened and cooperating with the officers. 

Activating the insurance

After leaving the crash scene, the next logical step is getting in touch with the insurance company and explaining exactly what happened so that the policy can be activated as soon as possible. People usually take the police report to the insurance company to ensure that all the details match. This way, the process goes fairly easily and compensations are rewarded rather quickly. This step is particularly important for those who seek medical attention after the collision, as the insurance company is usually the one to pay for all medical bills. 

If you have comprehensive Piedmont triad motorcycle insurance, your medical bills will be covered by the insurance company. This means that you don’t have to worry about paying for your treatment and can focus on recovering from the trauma instead.

Considering legal help

Sometimes, a motorcycle collision can occur due to the negligence of another driver who may have been driving too fast or recklessly. In such circumstances, the victims of the collision can seek legal help and sue the liable parties. Legal help can provide victims with compensation for injuries and medical bills, as well as vehicle repairs. It is an important step in getting fair compensation for any physical or emotional damage. 

Healing from motorcycle injuries

Motorcycle collisions often cause physical harm to those involved in them. The healing process can take some time depending on the severity of the injuries. 

Here are the most common types of injuries caused by motorcycle accidents:

Severe injuries

These kinds of injuries take a longer time to heal. They can range from bone fractures to first-degree skin burns caused by the engine exhausts or collision with the road. If the cyclist is not wearing a helmet, they also risk hard head damage, which takes a lot of rehabilitation and physical care to heal. 

Soft injuries

Some riders are lucky enough to only suffer soft injuries that do not take that long to heal. Those usually range from simple bruises to muscle strains. Unlike severe injuries caused by traumatic accidents, soft injuries mostly require a short period of rest, and they heal on their own or with the help of some over-the-counter medications.

The immediate aftermath of the accident includes a lot of interaction with the police and emergency services, as well as discussions with the insurance company for fair compensation. The healing process after the accident can take some time depending on the severity of the injuries. Some injuries are more serious than others and cause more damage, therefore they may take longer periods of recovery and grave medical intervention to heal. Other injuries are fortunately less severe and only take a short period of time to fully heal. The lesson to be learned from motorcycle accidents is that any driver needs to take care and be responsible while on the road, to avoid the long-lasting and challenging trauma of such collisions. 

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