Motorcyclist Killed in Lewiston Crash
- June 10, 2023
- Barnes Admin
Motorcyclist Killed in Lewiston Crash
Lewiston, NY – A tragic motorcycle accident in Lewiston occurred on Friday, June 9,2023. The crash took place in the Creek Road and Jeffersons Way area. According to initial investigations, a vehicle that was heading northbound tried to make a U-turn and ended up colliding with the motorcycle, which was heading southbound. The motorcyclist was rushed to ECMC, but unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries.
The Lewiston Police Department is still investigating the incident.
Motorcycle Accidents
A U-turn is a very dangerous traffic maneuver and can result in serious accidents. In this devastating accident, the family of the victim should have their investigative team evaluate all aspects of the collision. This includes reviewing:
- Police accident report
- Any testing of the driver for drugs and alcohol
- Any history of the driver with drugs and alcohol
- Evaluation if road is striped per code
- Inspection of road conditions and signage
- Phone and texting records of the driver
- Accident history on this road
- Any video evidence of the crash
- All eyewitness accounts of the accident
Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
As one of America’s largest personal 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
- Alcohol or drug use
- Texting and driving
- Inexperienced driving
At The Barnes Firm, our motorcycle accident attorneys 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.