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Bad Accident - CB4ME_imp - 09-29-2016
September 18 was a warn sunny day in north central Maryland and I was on my way to meet my wife at our grandson’s 3rd birthday. All was quiet on a leisurely ride in the countryside. I was approaching a small bridge and spotted a large church van waiting to pull out of a side road just past the bridge.
That van suddenly pulled out right in front of me as I was less than 25ft away and approaching at just under the speed limit.
As soon as this amazing sight sank in, I instinctively dropped the bike down hard to the right.
When I regained consciousness I found myself under the van and pinned on the left side by my bike.
Several sets of legs were in my field of vision. I was very hot and the bike pushing down my left side chest and shoulder was very uncomfortable.
The bike was removed and a board was placed under my back. My wife was later told that they had to pry the broken brake lever from my right hand. My leather jacket and jeans were cut from my body and helmet removed. The helmet was reportedly covered with blood and the face shield was missing. This modular helmet did not unlatch and I suffered only superficial cuts. I did not see my bike, gear or the van as they had a collar on my neck, just tree tops and the inside of an ambulance.
I was transported past the nearest hospital and further down the road to the John Hopkins Trauma Center in Baltimore, MD, I spent the first 5 days in the ICU undergoing 4 surgeries.
I suffered 8 fractured ribs and a collapsed lung on the left side, a severely broken clavicle and collarbone on the left side, 3 broken pieces of lower spine, a pelvis bone broken on 2 sides, a broken thumb, heavy bruising and road rash.
I’ve been in recovery an additional 8 days and am scheduled to go to a rehab center for 30- 60 days (they want an upfront down payment of $22, 700 to secure a bed).
I’m told the bike is totaled (they charged $400 to tow it to my house) but I may not see it in person for a couple more months.
The docs say I was one tough cookie but it will take several more weeks to stabilize my pelvis and clavicle enough before I can hope to try walking.
Worst motorcycle accident of my life but my gear saved my life. I’m not sure what my future in motorcycling holds but will take things one day at a time. Meanwhile I will enjoy my down time reading this forum (lots of catching up to do).
RE: Bad Accident - the Ferret - 09-29-2016
SO sorry to hear this CB4ME. Certainly my prayers are with you for a speedy and full recovery, but it sounds as if your injuries won't allow the speedy part. Dang man, that's bad, but certainly thrilled that you are still among us and able to communicate. Hate to think that we all take similar risks every day. Glad you were geared up and that your helmet did it's job.
I would think the Church would be resposible for the rehab center ( and everything else) and can't fathom why they would want an upfront payment.
Please stay in touch and let us know how things are going, and if there is anything I can send you, a book or magazines or whatever to help ease the down time, please don't hesitate to ask.
RE: Bad Accident - Cormanus - 09-29-2016
Oh, geez, CB4ME, that's awful news! I'm glad you're able to tell us about it, but so sorry to hear of your injuries.
Very best wishes for a rapid recovery. I hope it's as comfortable as it can be.
RE: Bad Accident - Lord Popgun - 09-29-2016
Really sorry to hear that CB. Take it easy and get well soon.
RE: Bad Accident - redbirds_imp - 09-29-2016
Dang it CB, that's a bad one. So glad you are alive to tell the tale. You are on our prayer list and best wishes for a speedy recovery.
RE: Bad Accident - PowerDubs_imp - 09-29-2016
Sorry to hear this. I know you don't know me, but if you have a paypal or make a fund page, I want to contribute to you.
Can you please tell us exactly what all gear you were wearing?
Fear of broken ribs and collapsed lungs is exactly why I purchased the optional chest inserts and back pad for my Dainese jacket.
RE: Bad Accident - emptysea - 09-29-2016
If it is any consolation to you at all, that is one well-written description of your crash and the aftermath. Heal up fast.
RE: Bad Accident - Django - 09-29-2016
Whee, that's bad news! Glad, you're are still with us. I wish you all the best and an uncomplicated and full recovery! That sounds like a lot of pain. Don't mind about the bike. That's not important so far.
RE: Bad Accident - Randy B - 09-29-2016
Wow. All my hopes for the best possible outcome with your recovery. And I agree that the Church should be covering all of your medical expenses. I would be contacting the best accident attorney I could find, and make sure that he/she is well versed with motorcycle accidents.
Unfortunately this is going to be a life changer and that needs to be taken into account. Do be afraid to sue just because it was a church vehicle that cause the accident. You need to take care of you first...period.
Good luck with all that is ahead of you.
RE: Bad Accident - TCBronson_imp - 09-29-2016
WOW! ATGATT paid off! I do hope you have a successful and speedy recovery! Hang in there!