Internal injuries

Internal injuries can create significant hardships - but you have rights and options

Motorcyclists in Buffalo and throughout New York can take steps to reduce the risk of injury in accidents, such as wearing helmets and leather clothing. But despite precautions, motorcycle accidents still can result in severe injuries. When a rider sustains blunt trauma or a penetrating injury, internal organ damage may occur. Internal injuries can quickly turn grave because of potential blood loss and the loss of function of crucial organs. An internal injury can be the precursor to a potential wrongful death lawsuit.

If you or a loved one sustained an internal injury in a motorcycle accident, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, loss of wages, pain and suffering, among other damages. An accident caused by the negligence of an individual or parties deserves serious legal attention from a qualified lawyer.

Hire an attorney selected as a Super Lawyer who has handled serious motorcycle cases in Buffalo and communities in New York. Attorney James Morris relentlessly pursues the maximum compensation allowed under law for clients who have suffered as a result of the negligence of others. Many times, the driver of the car is responsible for not seeing the motorcyclist. If we represent you, we will hold the driver of the car accountable for your accident.

Examples of internal injuries following motorcycle accidents

Internal injuries can include any of the following:

• Liver damage - Signs include pain in the upper and right region of the abdomen, significant loss of blood and a distended abdomen resulting from the blood loss.
• Damage to the spleen - A blunt force to the abdomen may damage the spleen and result in significant blood loss into the abdominal cavity. Symptoms include upper left abdominal pain or a burning pain that may radiate to the left shoulder due to blood loss.
• Injury to the stomach - A stomach injury may result in the leakage of acids and enzymes into the abdominal cavity, which may cause infection.
• Injury to the pancreas - Pancreas injuries may occur with an abdominal injury. Symptoms, which may take hours, or even days, to appear include pain in the mid-abdomen or back.

Signs of internal injuries include shock, which occurs when the victim's body begins to shut down. Shock often is a result of internal bleeding, significant blood loss, or damage to the nervous system.

Symptoms of shock after a motorcycle accident injury may include the following:

• Clammy skin
• Confusion
• Paleness
• Shallow breathing
• Unconsciousness
• Weak or rapid pulse
• Weakness

Contact an experienced internal injuries lawyer today.

If you or a loved one suffered internal injuries in a motorcycle accident, you have rights and you have options. One of them is to contact an experienced internal injuries lawyer at the Law Offices of James Morris. Our firm will give you a free and confidential consultation.

Attorney James Morris can show you why you shouldn't be intimidated by the insurance companies, the court system or anybody else. You can afford to have the law on your side. We don't get paid unless you win. The client may be responsible for disbursements awarded in the case. Call today at (800) 477-9044.