Accident on Cliffcrest Drive Takes Life of Motorcycle Rider
A motorcyclist fatality was reported in Elk Grove recently when the rider was discovered unconscious after crashing into a parked vehicle. The motorcycle accident occurred along Cliffcrest Drive near Oleander Way and Calvine Road shortly before midnight. When first responders with the Elk Grove Fire Department arrived at the scene, they performed CPR. However, they were unsuccessful, and the rider died at the site of the accident.
Investigation Ongoing in Motorcyclist Fatality Accident
The identity of the motorcycle rider is being withheld pending notification of the family. The motorcyclist fatality accident is under investigation by the Elk Grove Police Department to determine what happened.
Causes of Solo Motorcycle Accidents
Oftentimes, a motorcyclist fatality occurs after a solo accident. It is all too easy to blame the motorcyclist, overlooking other causes. However, there are many other reasons why a motorcyclist fatality can occur:
- Defective motorcycle parts: Frequently, the brakes, steering, or tires on a motorcycle can be defective. Because of this, the motorcyclist can lose control of the bike and crash. This is not the fault of the motorcyclist but rather that of the manufacturer. It is necessary for our investigators to examine the motorcycle for defects after the crash. That is why it is necessary to preserve the vehicle following an accident.
- Roadway debris or defects: A motorcycle, because it is not as well balanced as a car or truck, can be deflected when they pass over a pothole, which causes them to skid out of control. Likewise, debris on the road can cause the same phenomenon. This is the result of inadequate roadway maintenance by the government agency in charge. A personal injury lawsuit can be filed against the government agency. It is necessary to remember that the deadline for filing is different than in other types of lawsuits. However, your personal injury lawyer will be able to advise you.
- Hit-and-run driver: If a motorcyclist is killed in a traffic crash and a fleeing driver caused it, an investigation can uncover this.
Investigating a Motorcyclist Fatality
At our law firm, we deal with many wrongful deaths. My staff and I offer your family our condolences and our compassion. We understand the financial need families have after a loved one dies. In order to file an effective wrongful death suit, it is necessary to find crucial evidence of liability. We do this in the following ways:
- Our investigative team is dispatched to the accident site to uncover evidence about why the collision occurred and whether another party was involved
- We obtain video footage from surveillance cameras
- Our investigative team interviews witnesses who saw the accident happen
- They also review the police report for mistakes, since these reports are widely used by insurance companies during negotiations and in court
- The motorcycle is examined to determine if a defect caused the accident
Once all of this data is gathered, we release it to our legal team, who use it in building a strong case for the family to recover damages.
Elk Grove Wrongful Death Lawyer
I am Ed Smith, an Elk Grove wrongful death lawyer. When negligence takes the life of your loved one, the family may decide to place a claim for compensation. I can offer you free and friendly advice when you call me at (916) 694-0002 or at (800) 404-5400. I can be reached online if it is more convenient for you.
For the past 38+ years, I’ve helped many residents of Elk Grove and Northern California to get the compensation they deserve for all varieties of traffic accidents, wrongful deaths and traumatic injuries.
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