Fresno, CA (February 13, 2023) – Just after 1:45 p.m. on February 11, the California Highway Patrol responded to provide assistance at the scene of a motorcycle accident that left one person with serious injuries.
According to reports, a 46-year-old man was operating a Harley Davidson motorcycle while traveling westbound on Highway 180. As he passed the area just past Peach Avenue, he became involved in a collision with a Chevrolet Silverado.
The impact of the collision caused the motorcyclist to be ejected. The rider suffered serious injuries and was rushed to an area hospital for emergency care.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Motorcycle Accidents in California
California sees hundreds of thousands of accidents every single year. Quite often, these collisions are a result of driver negligence. People who are involved in accidents are often forced into area hospitals and left struggling physically and emotionally. Common injuries that are reported in accidents across our state include:
- Head injuries
- Bruises and contusions
- Internal organ damages
- Posttraumatic stress disorder
- Spinal cord injuries
These injuries often have a devastating impact on the lives of victims. Unfortunately, many people require extensive medical care and have to remain out of work extensively. After being injured in an accident, an attorney will be able to help you pursue legal action.
Your attorney will be able to take control of the legal work and fight for compensation on your behalf. Some of the ways that our attorneys will help you throughout the legal process include:
- Working with experts who can reconstruct the scene of the crash and all of the events leading up to it in order to prove fault
- Obtain video footage from buildings surrounding the crash site
- Gather all evidence and testimony from witnesses that help support your claim.
Working with a Fresno motorcycle accident lawyer enables injured parties to focus on their recovery instead of maneuvering through the legal process on their own. If you are ever injured in a motor vehicle accident, reach out to a skilled legal team as soon as possible. It is imperative for you to schedule a consultation to begin reviewing your case with our team in order to determine the best legal options for you.
At Wilshire Law Firm, we are committed to providing our clients with the best legal representation possible. Our award-winning team of California personal injury lawyers has years of experience and an exceptional success rate when it comes to litigating complex claims for personal injury cases. If you are interested in taking legal action after suffering serious injuries in an accident due to the negligence of another person, contact our team to get started. Our lawyers are available by calling 800-358-1884 for a free consultation to discuss your case.
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