Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Crash
- April 16, 2022
- Barnes Admin
Motorcycle Driver Ejected in Crash
Staten Island, NY – A motorcycle driver suffered serious injuries after being ejected from their bike after colliding with a vehicle. The crash occurred on Forest Avenue near Ordell Avenue around 9:30 p.m. on Friday, April 15, 2022.
According to police, the motor vehicle was attempting to make a left-hand turn into Taco Bell. The motorcyclist attempted to drive around the vehicle, causing the collision. NYPD is investigating the cause of this collision.
Motorcycle Accidents
A recent study found that drivers of cars and trucks, not motorcyclists, are the cause of most motorcycle accidents involving more than just the bike. Anyone involved in a motorcycle accident should have their investigative team evaluate all aspects surrounding the collision. This includes reviewing:
- Blind spots on the vehicle
- All eyewitness accounts of the accident
- Police accident report
- Any testing of the driver for drugs and alcohol
- Any history of the driver with drugs and alcohol
- Phone and texting records of the driver
- Accident history on this road
- Video from Taco Bell, pool store or funeral home on this corner
- Evaluation if road is striped per code
- Inspection of road conditions and signage
- Inspection of intersection
Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
As one of America’s largest injury law firms, The Barnes Firm has helped many clients injured in motorcycle accidents and have found that some common causes include:
- Fatigue
- Distracted driving
- Speeding
- Disobeying traffic laws
- Texting and driving
- Inexperienced driving
At The Barnes Firm, several of our motorcycle accident attorneys ride themselves and understand first-hand how quickly a motorcycle accident can happen and how unexpected the injuries can be. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact an experienced motorcycle accident attorney at The Barnes Firm. From the first conversation through to the final settlement, the team of attorneys at The Barnes Firm will work hard for you every step of the way.
Call (800) 800-0000 today for a FREE case evaluation. It could be the best call you make.
Location of Crash – Forest Avenue near Ordell Avenue