Yreka, CA: Major-Injury Motorcycle Accident on Fairlane Road
1 Seriously Injured in Yreka Motorcycle Crash on Fairlane Road
Yreka, California (October 12, 2020) – One person was seriously injured Saturday afternoon in a motorcycle accident in Yreka, according to a report by the California Highway Patrol.
The major-injury collision happened just before 4:00 p.m. Saturday, October 10, in the 1712 block of Fairlane Road.
According to the CHP report, a man was riding his motorcycle on Fairlane Road when he collided with a vehicle.
Major Injury Crash on Fairlane Road in Yreka
One person sustained major injuries in the accident. The name and condition of the patient were not immediately disclosed.
The crash remains under investigation.
Motorcycle accidents more often than not result in major injuries, and sometimes death. Most motorcycle accidents in California involve collision with other vehicles, typically automobiles. When an automobile collides with a motorcycle, chances are high that the motorcyclist will sustain injuries. Riders are, therefore, advised to always wear protective gear whenever they hit the road. Protective gear can greatly reduce the extent of injuries that a rider sustains in the event of an accident. On the other hand, being involved in a motorcycle collision while not wearing proper protective gear will not only increase the chances for sustaining major injuries, but may also adversely affect the amount of settlement you get if you filed a personal injury claim.
Motorcycle injury claims are complicated and in most of the time, need legal expertise. If you sustained injuries or lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, our motorcycle accident attorney could help you handle your claim.
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