A 47-year old Apple Valley man on his motorcycle was killed in Victorville early the other morning when a 32-year old driver made a left-hand turn in front of him. The 47-year old man was unable to stop in time and was thrown from his bike.
California Vehicle Code Section 21801(a) states, “The driver of a vehicle intending to turn to the left or to complete a U-turn upon a highway, or to turn left into public or private property, or an alley, shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles approaching from the opposite direction which are close enough to constitute a hazard at any time during the turning movement, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to the approaching vehicles until the left turn or U-turn can be made with reasonable safety.”
He was taken to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead minutes later. Statistics show that approximately 10,000 people are injured every year in motorcycle accidents. Let me remind you - May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness month. Please pay attention to your surroundings and other vehicles while on the road.
The Victorville Major Accident Investigation team is investigating this accident to see what caused the fatal crash.
If you are injured or someone you love dies in a motorcycle accident, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney to determine your options and see if you are entitled to compensation for your loss, injuries, pain and suffering, and expenses.
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A study by the Office of Traffic Safety found that about 50% of all drivers are not aware that lane splitting by motorcycle riders is legal in California. The month of May has been made, “Motorcycle Awareness Safety Month” in order to call attention the dangers that motorcyclists face while on the road.
Statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration state that motorcyclists are 25 times more likely to die in an accident than passenger car occupants and are 5 times more likely to suffer an injury.
The following are some basic safety measures for a motorcyclist to take while on the road:
· Always wear a helmet
· Do not ride drunk
· Never assume that a passenger car driver sees you
A motorcyclist has the same rights as any other driver on the road. If you are injured because of another person’s negligent actions, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will help you receive compensation for your damages and medical expenses.
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Two motorcyclists and the driver of an SUV recently suffered major injuries when they crashed in Running Springs.
According to the California Highway Patrol officers, the two motorcyclists were riding closely to each other when an SUV going in the opposite direction, crossed the double yellow line into their path. The first motorcyclist struck the front of the SUV, throwing him from his bike. The same happened to the second motorcyclist. The three victims were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of their injuries.
According to California Vehicle Code Section 21651(a), “Whenever a highway has been divided into two or more roadways by means of intermittent barriers or by means of a dividing section of not less than two feet in width, either unpaved or delineated by curbs, double-parallel lines, or other markings on the roadway, it is unlawful to drive any vehicle over, upon, or across the dividing section.”
The accident is under investigation and it is not clear if any charges will be filed. Officers will look into whether the SUV driver was distracted, under the influence, speeding or something else. If it is determined that he was at-fault, he could be held liable for the injuries and medical expenses of the two motorcyclists.
If you are the victim of a negligent driver’s actions, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will investigate your case to determine if you can seek compensation for your injuries, expenses, and pain and suffering.
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A couple out for a fun-filled ride on his motorcycle the other day did not have the day they planned.
A Hemet man and his 48-year old female passenger were out for a ride when, for unknown reasons, he lost control. The passenger was thrown to her death.
It was reported that the motorcyclist was wearing an approved helmet, but his passenger was not. Officers believe the novelty helmet that she was wearing could have contributed to her death. In addition, the man only had an instructional permit and was prohibited from carrying passengers.
If a family member is killed as a result of another person’s negligent actions, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will investigate your case to determine if you are entitled to file a wrongful death lawsuit and be compensated for your loss and any expenses occurred because of it.
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A 23-year old motorcyclist was killed the other day when he collided with a vehicle making a left-hand turn in Fontana.
California Vehicle Code Section 21801(a) states, “The driver of a vehicle intending to turn to the left or to complete a U-turn upon a highway, or to turn left into public or private property, or an alley, shall yield the right-of-way to all vehicles approaching from the opposite direction which are close enough to constitute a hazard at any time during the turning movement, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to the approaching vehicles until the left turn or U-turn can be made with reasonable safety.”
The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The California Highway Patrol is investigating to determine what caused this fatal accident.
With the assistance of an experienced and compassionate San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney, the family of this young victim may be able to hold the negligent party responsible for the wrongful death and take action against the reckless party that caused their loss.
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According to The Victorville Daily Press, a 59-year old motorcyclist lost control of his bike and crashed, causing him to be tossed onto the road. He was taken to a local hospital where he died the following morning from the injuries he suffered.
Officers are investigating to determine what caused him to crash. Friends believe there was a hit-and-run driver involved; however, police cannot find any evidence of another driver.
If there was another driver involved, leaving the scene is against the law. California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a) states, “The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident.”
If it is determined that another driver was not involved, it is important to check into other factors such as a mechanical malfunction or vehicle defect.
If you lose control of your vehicle and sustain injuries, contact a San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who has been successful in product defect cases and will investigate to make sure you are compensated for your injuries, expenses and pain and suffering – and, will protect your legal rights.
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An accident can happen when you least expect it - to anyone, at any given time. A 35-year old San Bernardino man died the other evening while riding his motorcycle.
Without any notice, your reliable motorcycle may suddenly fail to run properly, sending your body in one direction and your bike in another. For unknown reasons, he lost control of the motorcycle and struck a curb, causing him to be ejected from the bike. He was taken to a nearby hospital where he died minutes later.
The San Bernardino Police Department is investigating to determine what happened. No other vehicles were involved.
If you are injured in a motorcycle accident because you lost control suddenly, it may be the fault of defective parts. In most accident cases, the motorcyclist will be catastrophically injured or like in this incident, killed. Contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who can help you determine if a defective part was the cause of your accident and help you seek justice for your injuries and expenses.
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A 17-year old playing around on her skateboard the other evening was critically injured when a motorcycle struck her in San Bernardino.
Reports indicate that she was crossing a street when the motorcycle approached the intersection at speeds between 65 and 70 mph. The motorcyclist never stopped.
California Vehicle Code Section 20002 requires a driver to immediately stop at the scene of an accident and get help if necessary.
The girl was taken to a nearby hospital with major head injuries. Police are asking anyone with information to contact them.
If you are injured by another driver, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will investigate your case to determine if you are entitled to compensation for your injuries, pain and suffering and medical expenses.
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The California Highway Patrol reported that a 25-year old motorcyclist who was speeding on Interstate 15 was killed when he struck a big-rig truck. Reports indicate he may have been trying to pass the truck. The driver of the flatbed big-rig left the scene of the accident, leaving the victim who sustained fatal injuries.
California Vehicle Code Section 20001(a) states, “The driver of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting in injury to a person, other than himself or herself, or in the death of a person shall immediately stop the vehicle at the scene of the accident.”
An investigation is underway to determine what happened. There is even a reward for those with information leading to the arrest of the driver.
If you are involved in a hit-and-run accident, it would be wise for you to contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will investigate your case and make sure your legal rights are protected.
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A motorcyclist on the road faces increased risk levels when driving. Motorcyclists are relatively unprotected in the case of an accident versus a driver in an automobile. Many vehicle drivers do not always yield the right of way to a motorcycle.
According to Victorville Sheriff’s officials, a 65-year old motorcyclist was killed after he was hit by a pickup truck the other evening. The fatal accident occurred when the pickup truck pulled out in front of the motorcycle to make a left-hand turn. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
While there are many accidents caused by a motorcycle rider, there are many that are caused by other drivers. Motorcyclists often sustain severe injuries, including death – such as this motorcyclist.
The San Bernardino Major Accident Investigation Team is looking into why this fatal accident happened.
It would be wise for the family of this 65-year old man to contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney in order to determine if they can file a wrongful death lawsuit and be compensated for their loss, including expenses, pain and suffering and emotional damages.
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