Mathew Brooks, 33, seriously injured in motorcycle crash on Southeast 30th in Des Moines, Iowa
Driver and motorcyclist face charges in crash with amputation
Police said Mathew Brooks, 33, rear-ended a car with his motorcycle. The crash was so intense it broke the car's rear axle and Brooks lost one of his legs.
Police said alcohol was a factor in the crash.
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Since motorcycle crashes often end in serious injuries, victims need immediate help
Motorcycle accidents are more likely to end in serious injuries or death for the motorcyclist, since the rider is not protected from the force of a collision. When a motorcycle accident happens, the injured rider needs immediate, appropriate medical care, the accident needs to be investigated, and the insurance companies need to be informed.
When a motorcycle crash is caused by negligence, additional steps need to be taken to protect the legal rights of the injured motorcyclist or the family members of someone killed in a motorcycle crash. Go here to learn more about motorcycle accidents and claims.
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