An experienced motorcycle racer died when he crashed during an 80-mile, off-road race in San Bernardino County recently.
The 45-year old motorcyclist was found by another rider about 150 feet off the course. It was reported that he lost control while riding at a high speed. He died on impact.
Officials are investigating to determine what caused this experienced rider to lose control.
If you or someone you know loses control and gets injured or killed while riding a motorcycle, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who can investigate to determine what caused the accident.
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A driver crossed into the path of a motorcycle at an intersection the other day – killing the 25-year old Hesperia man after he was thrown from the bike.
The motorcyclist was rushed to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later. The driver of the other vehicle was also taken to the hospital for treatment. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is investigating to determine why this fatal accident took place.
According to the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration, thousands of people are injured and killed each year as a result of motorcycle accidents. The chances of a motorcyclist being killed are much higher than those of an occupant in an automobile.
If the driver of the car is found to be at fault for this young man’s death, the relatives of this man should contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney and file a wrongful death lawsuit against the driver.
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Riding a motorcycle is more difficult than driving a car because of the fact that you are only on two wheels and have nothing to protect you in case of an accident. Riding a motorcycle becomes even more difficult when you have to deal with adverse conditions, such as heavy rain.
Back in 2007 a San Bernardino woman sued the County of San Bernardino when she was injured in a motorcycle accident and sustained major head and neck injuries – after heavy rains.
Bad weather may have led to her motorcycle accident. She blamed the accident on dangerous road conditions. At the time of the accident heavy rains had washed out part of the road, leaving a dangerous trench. The crash occurred before road crews were able to make repairs.
A fact to remember: When it is raining, you have much less traction when you are riding on roadways that are covered with water. Reports indicate that you have only two tires to make contact with the road and your motorcycle weighs much less than an average automobile, giving you less pressure on the tires to make contact with the road.
An accident involving a motorcycle usually results in a severe injury and sometimes death. If you have suffered serious injuries in a motorcycle accident, it is important that you seek medical attention and the legal advice of an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will explain the process, what you are facing and your next steps in moving forward.
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A motorcycle accident is not only devastating, but it can be brutal as well. Every year thousands of motorcyclists die or are severely injured. A motorcyclist can suffer a life-altering disability as a result of a crash.
In 2010, a Rancho Cucamonga teenager suffered horrific injuries from a motorcycle accident. He was found unconscious at the scene. Investigators are still not sure what caused his to crash – he does not remember and there were no witnesses. He sustained numerous injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, extensive nerve damage to his spine, arm and hand. He underwent nerve transfer surgery that took 7 hours and he remained in a coma for close to three weeks.
Today he is working hard to recover with physical therapy and speech therapy part of his daily routine. He is improving daily and can now drive himself to his doctor appointments; however, he still has limited movement in his arm and has trouble speaking. He is looking forward to getting back on a motorcycle one day.
Oftentimes, motorcycle injuries are tragic and result in long-term care, leaving the victim bedridden for months. If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who will fight hard to get the compensation you deserve.
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Motorcyclists only have a helmet and a thin layer of clothing to stand between them and the asphalt. They do not have the protection that a 3,000+ pound passenger car provides, such as seat belts and air bags.
Because a motorcycle driver does not have the proper protection in the event of an accident, the injuries sustained can be severe and include surgery, physical rehabilitation, costly hospital stays, medication, and traumatic brain or spinal cord damage. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, motorcycle accidents have increased every year.
Motorcycle accidents often occur because of reckless driving, speeding or swerving from lane to lane on the freeways. However, in some cases, they happen because of negligent and inattentive automobile drivers.
If you or someone you care about has been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact a San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who has been successful in motorcycle accidents and will fight to secure the compensation you need for lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering.
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For those of you riding motorcycles, this news is for you. Harley Davidson, one of the most trusted names in motorcycles today, has recalled more than 300,000 motorcycles because of a switch problem that can cause failure of the brake lights and possibly malfunction of the rear brakes.
The Company told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that too much heat from the exhaust system can cause the brake lights to fail. In addition, it can cause fluid leaks and the loss of rear brakes.
The models affected by the recall include Trike, Touring and CVO Touring.
If you own one of these motorcycles and have been injured because of a manufacturer’s problem, contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney who has handled and been successful in product liability cas
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A 36-year old motorcyclist entering the on-ramp to the Interstate 10 freeway in Fontana lost control and collided with the rear wheels of a big-rig, which was also on the on-ramp to the freeway.
The motorcyclist sustained major injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital where he was pronounced dead shortly after. The big-rig driver was not injured. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the accident to determine why this happened.
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident due to the negligence of another driver, you need to contact an attorney who has the knowledge and experience to get the best possible results.
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A 36-year old man riding his motorcycle on the eastbound Interstate 10 Freeway in Fontana the other night lost control and crashed into the back of a big-rig tractor trailer.
The man was taken to a local hospital where he died from his injuries.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating to determine the cause of this fatal accident. They are checking to see if the motorcyclist was speeding or if the motorcycle had a mechanical malfunction. In addition, they are checking to see if the big-rig driver could have been at fault.
I would suggest that the family of the motorcyclist consult with an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney about the possibility of filing a wrongful death lawsuit because if the big-rig driver is found to be at fault, he and/or his employer could be held liable for compensation of medical and funeral expenses.
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According to the San Bernardino County Coroner’s office, a 25-year old Fontana man died in the early hours in an accident in Victorville.
Apparently he had lost control of his motorcycle while going around a curve in the road and was ejected from his seat, causing his body to end up quite a distance away from the accident.
Firefighters pronounced him dead at the scene. He was wearing a helmet but no other safety gear. The Sheriff’s Department is investigating to determine what caused this young man to lose control of his motorcycle.
If the investigation determines a mechanical failure of some sort, his family should contact an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney to see if they can file a lawsuit against the manufacturer of the motorcycle or whatever equipment failed him. They may be entitled to compensation for their tragic loss plus any expenses incurred.
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A 65-year old Hesperia woman on a motorcycle was struck and killed by a vehicle when the driver ran a stop sign in Big Bear City. The driver of the vehicle was not injured.
The fatal accident happened at an intersection when the driver of the vehicle drove through a stop sign without yielding the right-of-way to the woman. California Vehicle Code Section 21801(a) states, “The driver of any vehicle approaching a stop sign at the entrance to, or within, an intersection shall stop as required by Section 22450. The driver shall then yield the right-of-way to any vehicles which have approached from another highway, or which are approaching so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to those vehicles until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety.”
The accident is under investigation to determine if the driver was distracted, speeding or just simply negligent. If the driver is found to be at fault, he can be held civilly liable for the woman’s wrongful death. It would be wise for the family of the victim to consult with an experienced San Bernardino Personal Injury attorney to seek compensation for all expenses and the loss of their family member.
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