It is a tragic fact that along with the increase in bicycle riding comes a spike in injury and fatal bicycle accidents in Las Vegas. The victim often faces life ahead with permanent impairments, whether physical, cognitive, or both. A seriously injured cyclist may no longer have the ability to earn a living, work in his or her profession, or enjoy the quality of life they had prior to being hit by a car, truck, or other vehicles. The Las Vegas bicycle accident attorneys at Cogburn Law Offices understand how difficult it can be moving forward after being seriously injured in a bicycle accident and are determined to help you obtain the compensation you deserve for your loses. The most common injuries sustained in a bike accident include:
Broken bones
Fractures
Head injuries
Spinal cord injuries (paraplegia, quadriplegia)
Amputations
Severe skin abrasions
Wrongful death
Head and brain injuries are the most serious of the injuries reported. While wearing a helmet is important, even the most high-tech, modern bicycle helmet may not provide enough protection against a head or brain injury. Other common injuries span from the fact that bikers are virtually unprotected while riding, making injuries easier to come by.