Redding Personal Injury Lawyer - Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclist Killed in Head-On Collision on Bear Mountain Road

Todd Slaughter — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:27:30 GMT

REDDING, Calif - At about 6 p.m. yesterday, a motorcyclist was killed on Bear Mountain Road in a head-on collision. According to the Record Searchlight, the collision occured east of Old Oregon Trail. Witnesses interviewed by KRCR this morning indicate that the rider of the motorcycle may have drifted into the path of the oncoming driver. After the collision, the rider was trapped beneath the vehicle. The California Highway Patrol has not completed its investigation to this point. The identities of the parties have not been disclosed.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Todd Slaughter

Did You See the Motorcycle Crash Saturday? - Woman Critically Injured

Todd Slaughter — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 18:35:28 GMT

EUREKA, California - A serious motorcycle crash occurred on Saturday morning on U.S. Highway 101 at about 10:00 am. According to the Eureka Standard-Times a car of unknown make and model turned directly into the path of a motorcycle, causing the motorcycle to veer into the oncoming lane. The motorcycle then collided with another vehicle and the 61-year-old female passenger was critically injured. The 63-year-old Eureka man driving the motorcycle also suffered injuries. Both were taken to St. Joseph Hospital. The left turning vehicle never stopped.

The CHP is still investigating the crash. However, Highway 101 through Eureka is a very busy street at all times of the day. Someone must have witnessed the accident. If you saw the crash, or can identify the fleeing vehicle, please call the Eureka CHP at 800.427.7623, or you may call us at 800.896.4200, or email, and we will forward the information to the authorities. All contacts are confidential.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Todd Slaughter

Tehama County Undersheriff Seriously Injured in Nevada Motorcycle Ride

Todd Slaughter — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:13:22 GMT

The Red Bluff Daily News reported today that Tehama County Undersheriff Dennis Garton was seriously injured Friday while riding his 1991 Honda Gold Wing motorcycle on Interstate 80 near Winnemucca, Nevada. According to the paper the motorcycle accident occurred when an air stem valve on the rear tire of his bike suddenly failed, causing the tire to deflate. This lead to a loss of control and Undersheriff Garton was thrown from his bike, suffering injuries to his back, neck, hands, ribs, ankle and more.

Undersheriff Garton is expected to be released from Renown Hospital in Reno today. The Undersheriff is known to be a very experienced motorcycle rider who is meticulous in the care and maintenance of his bike. The cause of the air stem failure is under investigation.

It is reported that the Undersheriff expects to return to his job when he heals from his injuries. We wish him a speedy recovery.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Todd Slaughter

High Incidence of Motorcycle Crashes in North State Leave Two Dead

Todd Slaughter — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 17:01:28 GMT

REDDING. Last night, at 12:30 am, witnesses heard the high pitched sound of a motorcycle winding through its gears as it traversed up Placer Street come to a sudden stop. The motorcycle had hit two parked cars just west of Willis St. in downtown Redding. The 30 year-old driver was killed instantly.

RED BLUFF, TEHAMA COUNTY. Last week three motorcycle accidents occurred in Tehama County, leaving one dead. On Saturday, June 14th a motorcycle crashed in the rural, mountaneous area of State Route 32 just east of Elam Rest Area. It was reported that a 61 year-old rider from Willows leaned hard into a left descending curve and experienced a wobble. The rider lost control, went off an embankment and hit two trees. He died at the scene.

Later that Saturday, a 17 year-old woman lost control of her motorcycle while entering a curve on State Route 32 marked for 30 mph at a reported speed of 50-55. The motorcycle traveled into the opposing lane before losing control and skirting up a dirt hillside before flipping. The rider was taken to Enloe Medical Center with numerous contusions.

On Sunday morning, June 15, another motorcylce crash took place on State Route 32 at mile marker 8.5. This time a 59 year-old rider from Yankee Hill is reported to have crossed over double yellow lines while attempting to pass a vehicle. Upon completeing the pass, the rider encountered a hard left curve and while leaning into the curve, caught a foot peg. This caused the motorcycle to dump. The bike and rider separated with the bike striking a tree. The rider was taken to Enloe Medical Center in Chico with major injuries.

REMINDER: This is the season that a great many riders enjoy the picturesque mountaneous roads of Northern California. Automobile, truck and RV operators must be vigilent to make sure that motorcycles are watched for and properly yielded to on our highways. Motorcyclist must also remain vigilent and take care for their own safety.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Todd Slaughter

Motorcycle Crash on Main St. Cottonwood

Todd Slaughter — Mon, 26 May 2008 17:04:00 GMT

A 61 year-old motorcyclist suffered two broken legs while proceeding northbound on Main St. in Cottonwood, when a 17 year-old turned his car abrubptly in front of him on Friday May 23, 2008. The 17 year-old claimed he was turning into the gas station at the time. Unbelievably, no citation was issued to the young driver.

The motorcyclist was air-medi-vac'd to Mercy Medical Center in Redding in serious condition.

MESSAGE TO ALL DRIVERS: As Spring and Summer approach there is a significant increase in motorcycle traffic on the roads in Northern California. Driver's be vigilant of these vehicles. Statistically, the great majority of car/truck versus motorcycle collisions are caused by inattentive drivers of the cars or trucks. Note also that local motorcycle dealers have reported an increase in motorcycle sals as a result of escalating fuel costs. This means more bikes on the road, and more inexperienced riders. Let's share the road and be safe!

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Todd Slaughter