Case Details: Left-Turn Failure to Yield Collision

How the Accident Happened

The client was riding his motorcycle down Silverado Street in Las Vegas after leaving a routine medical checkup. As he proceeded through the area, a driver in a car attempted to make a left turn across traffic. The driver failed to yield the right-of-way, turning directly into the path of the oncoming motorcycle.

The motorcycle struck the front right tire area of the turning vehicle, ejecting the rider from the bike.

Immediate Scene Response & Fault Determination

• Family Witness Assistance: Our client’s mother was driving in a separate vehicle ahead of him. After noticing the crash behind her, she immediately returned to the scene to check on her son, gather key evidence, and collect driver information.
• Police Investigation: Law enforcement arrived at the scene, investigated, and issued a citation to the third-party driver for failure to yield the right-of-way.
• Emergency Medical Transport: The rider was transported by ambulance to University Medical Center for emergency care.

Injury Severity & Medical Treatment Challenges

Physical Injuries & Surgical Recovery

Emergency physicians at University Medical Center diagnosed the rider with multiple severe traumatic injuries:

• A dislocated elbow requiring reduction and stabilization.
• A severe ulna bone fracture broken in four separate places, requiring open surgery and hardware placement.
• Placement of a full arm cast for long-term immobilization and rehabilitation.

Traumatic Brain Injury & Memory Loss Symptoms

The client experienced post-traumatic amnesia, remembering only leaving work earlier in the day with no recollection of the events immediately preceding or during the crash. Traumatic memory loss after a motorcycle ejection is a key indicator of a concussion or traumatic brain injury.

Navigating Medical Care Without Health Insurance

Because the motorcycle rider did not have private health insurance, follow-up orthopedic appointments and ongoing rehabilitation had to be managed through out-of-pocket payments and specialized medical liens. Lloyd Baker Injury Attorneys coordinated with medical providers to ensure continuous care without upfront financial hardship for the client.

Property Damage & Vehicle Insurance Coverage

• Total Loss Valuation: The motorcycle suffered catastrophic structural damage and was deemed a total loss by insurance adjusters.
• Guaranteed Auto Protection (GAP Insurance): Because the rider carried Guaranteed Auto Protection insurance, the remaining balance between the motorcycle’s actual cash value and the outstanding loan balance was fully covered.
• Third-Party Insurance Negotiations: Lloyd Baker Injury Attorneys engaged directly with the third-party driver’s insurance company, establishing clear liability from the onset and securing the full $1,250,000 settlement.

What to Do After a Motorcycle Left-Turn Accident

If you or a loved one is involved in a left-turn motorcycle collision, taking the following steps helps protect both your health and your legal rights:

1. Seek Immediate Emergency Medical Care: Ejection from a motorcycle often causes hidden trauma, such as brain injuries or internal bleeding. Always get transported by ambulance to an emergency facility like University Medical Center.
2. Ensure Law Enforcement Documents Fault: Police officers determine official fault at the scene. Ensure the officer cites the other driver for failing to yield during a left turn.
3. Document Family & Witness Statements: Having a family member or bystander collect driver details, photograph vehicle damage, and take scene photos provides crucial evidence for your claim.
4. Utilize Guaranteed Auto Protection (GAP) Coverage: If your motorcycle is written off as a total loss and you owe more than its market value, GAP insurance pays the difference, so you aren’t left paying a loan on a destroyed bike.
5. Treat Injuries Even Without Health Insurance: If you do not have health insurance, personal injury attorneys can arrange care through medical liens or structured payment arrangements, so you do not skip critical surgical follow-ups.
6. Consult a Motorcycle Injury Attorney Before Speaking to Insurance: Third-party insurance adjusters often contact injured riders early. Avoid giving recorded statements until an attorney represents your claim.

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