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Amputation and Motorcycle Accidents

It is an unfortunate fact about motorcycle accidents that they tend to be associated with a higher incidence of catastrophic injury. Much of this is due to the physics of the collision itself - when a very light vehicle is struck by a car or truck, the rider is far more likely to absorb the energy of that collision. But the other half of the equation is the "open air" design of motorcycles themselves, which can be a particular problem if a collision takes place on a busy street where additional injuries can occur once the rider is thrown from his seat.

One of the worst outcomes of a motorcycle accident is traumatic amputation, the legal term given when a rider's finger, toe, arm, leg, or foot is ripped from the body or crushed beyond repair. The medical consequences of a catastrophic injury such as this can be very grave indeed, and the resulting tissue damage loss can lead to a host of further medical problems. As the rider recovers, the other costs kick in: loss of income, loss of earning power, and lost quality of life.

Here in Chicago, the law clearly dictates that a traumatic amputation may result in legal recovery if another party was at fault. In this case, the injury must be proved to have been caused by the negligent or abusive act of another, meaning you will need a competent legal team to make the case. Good defense in a motorcycle accident amputation suit will rely heavily on forensic evidence, expert testimony, and medical records to convince the court of wrongdoing. It is demanding work, and hardly the kind of litigation you want to attempt on your own

The Law Offices of Joseph Klest have been recovering medical expenses and associated fees for the victims of Chicago motorcycle accident amputation for more than 20 years, and today our clients continue to recommend our representation. No matter if you are looking to recover the expenses associated with a new prosthetic, or if you want to seek lifelong compensation for therapy and vocational gaps, we can help you recover the full and fair settlement Chicago motorcycle accident amputation settlement you deserve. Please contact us at 847-380-3309 or online to begin the process right away.

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Joseph G. Klest
Attorney at Law
Schaumburg Office
1701 East Woodfield Road, Suite 909
Schaumburg, IL, 60173
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Chicago, IL, 60601 USA
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