Berkeley, CA – Motorcyclist Injured in Crash on I-80 (Eastshore Freeway)
Berkeley, CA (September 11, 2020) – A collision reported on Thursday morning left one person injured in the Berkeley area. At approximately 8:50 a.m., on September 10, troopers with the California Highway Patrol responded to the site of a collision on the Interstate 80 Freeway.
Reports provided by authorities show that a motorcyclist was traveling on the westbound side of the interstate when they were struck by a speeding vehicle near Ashby Avenue.
The motorcyclist was seriously injured in the accident. Paramedics provided treatment to unspecified injuries at the site of the crash. The victim was subsequently transported to a local hospital for further care. At this time, the crash remains under investigation with the California Highway Patrol.
Our thoughts are with the victims injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
Motorcycle Accidents in California
Thousands of motorcyclists are injured in auto collisions throughout the state of California each year. These accidents are particularly devastating as victims often suffer catastrophic injuries that require extensive and ongoing medical treatment. Wearing a helmet may be beneficial for people who strike their heads in collisions, but they provide no protection to the rest of the body. As a result, these accidents leave thousands of people throughout our state with debilitating injuries each year. Many riders sustain traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and broken bones that force them out of work for extended periods to recover. Even with treatment, there is no guarantee that a victim will fully recover from their injuries. These accidents often leave people with overwhelming mental, physical, and financial pain and suffering. Many victims involved in motorcycle accidents are left permanently disabled.
Although there are a number of causes for collisions, roughly 80% are caused by the actions of drivers. Distractions, impairments, and engaging in other activities while operating a vehicle can lead to life-altering accidents. As more and more people are using their phones while driving and engaging in other reckless and irresponsible actions while behind the wheel, we continue to see a spiraling upward trend surrounding the frequency and severity of collisions throughout our state. When victims are harmed in collisions, due to the reckless, negligent, or careless actions of others, it is crucial that they seek legal guidance from a qualified motorcycle accident attorney in the San Francisco Bay Area as soon as possible.
Working with a knowledgeable legal team in the aftermath of your accident can help to ensure your legal rights and best interests are protected as you move forward. William E. Weiss, attorney at law, has over three decades of experience representing victims throughout northern California after being harmed in accidents. California personal injury attorney William E. Weiss provides aggressive, effective, and trusted legal representation to help victims collect the maximum amount of compensation available to cover medical treatment, lost wages, pain, and suffering, and more. If you were injured in a collision as a result of a negligent driver, contact California accident lawyer William E. Weiss directly by calling (415) 235-7060 to explore the legal options available for you.
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