Florida Motorcycle Accidents and Broken Collar Bones
Due to our ideal year-round weather conditions and scenic roadways, Florida is an attraction for many motorcycle riders. Florida motorcycle accidents are dangerous, as over 95 percent of all motorcycle wrecks result in some kind of injury.
One of the most painful types of injuries that can occur in Florida motorcycle accidents is a broken collar bone. The collar bone, or clavicle, can be found in the shoulder, connecting your shoulder blade (scapula) to the top of your breastbone (sternum).
Due to its exposed location, the collar bone is especially vulnerable to fracture. This can happen when motorcycle riders fall off their bikes, extending their arms to break their fall. Broken collar bones can also occur when there is direct impact on the rider's shoulder, against a car or against the road.
The symptoms of a broken collar bone can be a "snapping" sound when it happens, a noticeable bump in the collar bone area, excessive pain or swelling near the shoulder, a sagging arm, or a limited range of motion in the arm or shoulder.
If you believe you may have broken your collar bone in a Florida motorcycle wreck, it is important that you seek immediate medical attention. Most collar bone fractures heal in a sling within 4-6 weeks. However, others may require extensive surgery or physical therapy.
Even in the simplest of cases, the medical bills for a broken collar bone usually reach the thousands of dollars. These bills can be especially hard to come to grips with if someone else caused the crash.
If you or a loved one has suffered a broken collar bone in a Florida motorcycle wreck that was caused by a negligent driver, you may be eligible to receive financial compensation for your medical bills, ongoing care, missed time at work and much more.
Call the Fort Lauderdale motorcycle accident lawyers at Chalik & Chalik today to learn more about your legal rights in these cases. You can reach us anytime toll free at (888) 539-5297 to schedule your free no obligation consultation.
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