Cycling offers many benefits, including enjoying the outdoors, embracing a greener lifestyle, and staying fit. Unfortunately, this healthy hobby comes with risks, especially when sharing the road with motor vehicles. Bicyclists are particularly vulnerable to severe injuries in a wreck, including traumatic brain injuries (TBIs).
At Hackard Law, we believe that a TBI from a bicycle accident in Sacramento is never just an accident. It is a life-altering event often caused by another individual’s negligence. Understanding this at a personal level, our founder, Michael Hackard, brings his experience as a TBI survivor to our firm.
Our well-versed and determined TBI attorneys understand the impact that a catastrophic injury can have on you and your family. When you or a loved one has suffered a TBI due to someone else’s careless actions, you can count on us to guide you through the personal injury legal process.
A TBI refers to an injury that disrupts brain function in some way. Jolts, knocks, hits, and penetrating injuries are external forces that lead to TBIs. The disruption can be minor, resulting in a mild brain injury—also known as a concussion. It can also be moderate or severe, having a life-changing effect.
TBIs are not always apparent at the time of an accident. Some injured parties will show immediate signs of head trauma, like loss of consciousness, dizziness, and confusion. However, other symptoms may develop over time, such as:
Anyone involved in a bicycle accident should seek medical attention to rule out TBIs, even if they initially feel fine.
After a Sacramento bike accident, getting a proper diagnosis for a suspected TBI is essential. Working with medical professionals, the legal advocates at Hackard Law ensure that clients get the proper diagnosis and care they need.
Sharing the road with larger vehicles like cars and trucks leaves cyclists particularly vulnerable in a wreck. The disparity in size, weight, and speed creates a severe risk of head injuries for the cyclist.
Without the structural cage of a car or truck, a cyclist’s body and head are directly exposed to impacts during collisions or falls. Even with helmets, high-impact crashes can still result in significant head trauma.
Additionally, bicycles are inherently less stable on two wheels, making uneven terrain, slippery roads, potholes, or sudden maneuvers to avoid obstacles particularly dangerous. Falls resulting from these hazards often lead to head trauma. While using a helmet reduces the likelihood of head trauma, it does not eliminate it. Even Sacramento cyclists who wear headgear are at risk of a TBI in a bicycle crash.
Getting the compensation you deserve requires that you understand the long-term impact of your TBI. Otherwise, you may believe your costs are limited to short-term medical expenses or time away from work. For some head injuries, the effect lasts a lifetime. Your damage award should be enough to pay for your medical care, lost wages, and more.
When you or a loved one has suffered a TBI from a bicycle accident in Sacramento, you do not have to face the legal and medical aftermath alone. At Hackard Law, we provide the care and advocacy you need to move forward. Contact us today for a consultation with a seasoned personal injury attorney.
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