Reviewed by Jeffrey S. Altman · Florida Bar No. 159174 · Million Dollar Advocates Forum member · Reviewed 8 November 2026
Yes, you can still pursue a personal injury claim if you were not wearing a helmet, provided you were 50 percent or less at fault for the accident itself. However, insurance defense attorneys may argue that your failure to wear a helmet worsened your head or facial injuries, which could impact the value of certain portions of your claim.
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