A rider injured in a recent motorcycle accident had a surprise hero in the person of retired boxing champion Mike Tyson. Tyson came to the rescue after the motorcyclist crashed on Interstate 15 in Henderson.
The rider crashed after a cab cut him off while traveling along the Henderson Interstate. He suffered broken bones and some torn ligaments, injuries that later required surgery.
One of the first on the scene, Tyson stayed beside the injured rider, comforting him, and kept onlookers from touching the victim until paramedics arrived.
Motorcycle Accidents in Henderson
An estimated 34 motorcyclists and 6 scooter riders have been reported as injured in the Henderson area in the period January to August this year. Many of these accidents are the result of collisions with another motor vehicle.
Distracted driving, speeding, and drunk driving are some of the common causes behind motorcycle crashes in Nevada and anyone injured as a result may have a legal claim for damages under Nevada tort law.
Injuries Arising from Motorcycle Crashes
Due to the relative weight and size of motorcycles and the absence of external protection that car riders enjoy, motorcycle accident victims can suffer physical injuries that range from minor to serious. These include:
- Bruises
- Lacerations
- Concussions
- Nerve damage around the limbs
- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord injury, and
- Facial disfigurement
Injured victims often require medical attention, treatment, rehabilitation, and therapy for complete recovery. If the accident was caused by another party, compensation for both physical and psychological injuries, should be sought.
Your Henderson motorcycle accident attorney can help you claim compensation to cover all your medical bills and treatment expenses, as well as lost earnings, expenses for home care, and for your pain and suffering.
Representing Clients in Nevada
In Henderson, Nevada, the David Boehrer Law Firm has years of proven experience in motorcycle accidents, helping clients recover the fair value of compensation that they deserve.
We also handle other types of personal injury cases such as truck accidents, car accidents, and wrongful death. Filing your claim within the prescribed time is vital its success. Call us today at (702) 750-0750 to speak to a lawyer and obtain a free evaluation of your case.