Fresno, CA (October 24, 2023) A motorcyclist was injured on Monday, October 23rd, after crashing into another vehicle while trying to pass traffic in the bike lane. According to Fox 26 News, the accident occurred near a shopping center at Palm and Bullard.
The Fresno Police Department said a car was attempting to turn into the parking lot of the shopping center at Palm and Bullard. Traffic in the area stopped to let the vehicle make the left turn, but suddenly, a motorcycle appeared in the bike lane. It was trying to pass traffic that had stopped. As the motorcycle passed vehicles in the bike lane, it crashed into the vehicle that was making a left turn.
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Officers arrived at that scene and told Fox 26 News that the motorcycle was only going about 20-25 mph at the time of the collision. The rider was still injured in the crash, but was conscious and speaking when they arrived at the scene.
Paramedics arrived and transported the motorcycle rider to a local hospital to receive treatment for injuries they sustained in the crash. Images of the collision show a damaged motorcycle being loaded onto a trailer by officers following the crash. The road was blocked for a while as officers cleared debris from the crash site and removed the damaged motorcycle. No one else was injured in this Fresno collision.
Liability In Fresno Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists have a naturally small profile and are more likely to be overlooked by other drivers. Many collisions are due to drivers that make dangerous lane changes. According to California Vehicle Code 22107, “No person shall turn a vehicle from a direct course or move right or left upon a roadway until such movement can be made with reasonable safety and then only after the giving of an appropriate signal in the manner provided in this chapter in the event any other vehicle may be affected by the movement.” There are a number of factors that could potentially contribute to a motorcycle accident including:
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Driver distraction
- Inclement weather
The family of any victim that died in a motorcycle accident may be able to seek aid through a wrongful death claim. Damages can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are. There are, however, statute of limitations associated with civil claims. Failing to act within the statute of limitations may result in a permanent forfeiture of your rights.
Investigating A Fresno Motorcycle Accident
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the injured motorcyclist in this collision. Anyone who may have additional information regarding this case should reach out to us. A full investigation must be conducted for the sake of all who have lost so much.
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