BROKEN PELVIS A SERIOUS RISK FOR MOTORCYCLE RIDERS: CONTACT A CALIFORNIA LAWYER TO LEARN YOUR RIGHTS

Posted On: May 29, 2008 by The Rudman Law Firm, PLC

A broken pelvis can be a serious and even life-threatening injury. The pelvis protects many internal organs, and fracturing any of the bones forming the pelvis can put those organs and more at risk. Motorcycles offer little protection to the body, and even helmet-wearers are unprotected from the head down. A broken pelvis is all too common an injury suffered in motorcycle accidents. If you or a loved one has suffered a broken pelvis, you should seek the help of an experienced personal injury attorney. In California, call The Rudman Law Firm, PLC LLP now for your free consultation.

Motorcycle Daily reports that a “number of riders break their pelvis in roadracing accidents. This is a very difficult injury to recover from.” Actor Liam Neeson suffered a fractured pelvis last year while riding his Harley Davidson. Motorcycle crashes are notoriously dangerous, and many factors contribute to both the severity of the crash and resulting injuries.

pelvis.pngA broken or fractured pelvis is normally a more severe injury than a fractured hip. Broken pelvises can require surgery, extensive recovery and be life-threatening. Frequently, the older the victim is the more difficult their recovery. Please see our page on Broken Pelvis for more information.

Have you or someone close to you suffered a broken pelvis? If so, please seek help by calling the Law Offices of The Rudman Law Firm, PLC LLP for a free initial consultation. We have over 50 years combined experience in serving the injured. Call us now at 1-800-ALAWPRO (1-800-252-9776), and let us seek justice for you.