On Sunday, July 28th, a collision involving two motorcycles and a truck pulling a trailer ended in one motorcyclist dying and the other being seriously injured.
The collision occurred just after 10 am on SR 78 near Wynola, CA. A group of motorcyclists was traveling east when one member of the group crossed into the westbound lanes when going around a curve. The rider, a 66-year-old man riding a Harley-Davidson Road King, sideswiped a Chevrolet Silverado truck pulling a trailer, and was ejected from his motorcycle.
According to California Highway Patrol, the man fell into the eastbound lane where his bike landed on top of him. Unfortunately, the 66-year-old resident of La Mirada died while in the ambulance as he was being transported to Santa Ysabel to be airlifted. Authorities have not released his name.
Officials reported that another motorcyclist, a 55-year-old man from Mission Viejo, was severely injured in the crash. He was part of the group riding east on SR 78 and was riding behind the other motorcyclist, so he had to swerve to avoid running into him when he fell. This caused the 55-year-old motorcyclist to strike the side of the oncoming pickup truck, which ejected him onto the road.
The 55-year-old rider suffered major injuries in the crash and was taken to Palomar Hospital for treatment.
The Chevrolet pickup truck driver and passenger were uninjured in the crash.
CHP reported both motorcyclists were wearing helmets during the collision, and investigators do not suspect drugs or alcohol played a role in the collision.
Legal Avenues Available Victims of Motorcycle Accidents May Have
“We are deeply saddened by the death of the motorcyclist that occurred this weekend,” says Gerald Singleton, attorney of Singleton Schreiber, “and our thoughts are with the second rider who sustained serious injuries, and his family.
“As an experienced personal injury attorney, I understand how difficult the aftermath of such accidents can be both emotionally and financially. It is important that the victim and his family know they may be able to recover compensation to help cover medical treatment and bills.”
The second motorcyclist who sustained serious injuries in the accident may be able to file for compensation.
He may be able to file a personal injury claim to cover damages he suffered due to the accident, including:
- Medical expenses: medical bills, treatment, and ongoing care, if necessary.
- Lost wages: from extended time off of work due to recovery
- Pain and suffering
- Property damage
He may also be able to file an insurance claim with either their own insurance, the other motorcyclist’s insurance, or health insurance to cover medical damages, and possible other damages, depending on the type of coverage.
If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, or have tragically lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, you may have legal recourse. Contact the motorcycle accident attorneys at Singleton Schreiber today to learn more about your options. Call (619) 771-3473 or email info@singletonschreiber.com today.
