Motorcycle Rider Injured In Antelope Car Accident With Semi-Truck Along Antelope Road and Roseville Road
ANTELOPE, CALIFORNIA (October 21, 2022) – A 70-year-old motorcyclist was injured in an Antelope semi-truck accident by Antelope Road and Roseville Road.
Sacramento County officials are saying that the collision took place around 10:45 a.m. on Thursday. A motorcyclist was traveling down Antelope Road when he was struck by a truck driver turning onto southbound Roseville Road.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim. They were taken to the hospital with major injuries.
A full investigation into the crash remains ongoing at this time.
Liability For Antelope Semi-Truck Accidents
Motorcyclists are uniquely vulnerable in accidents. They lack the protection of enclosed vehicles and are more likely to be overlooked. According to the National Safety Council, “Fatalities among motorcycle riders and passengers increased 11% from 2019 to 2020, while the rate per 100 million vehicle miles traveled increased by 23%. Over the last 10 years, deaths have increased 20% while death rates have increased 27%.” There are a number of steps that drivers should take in order to avoid colliding with motorcyclists.
- Drivers should check their blind spots before turning.
- Drivers should use turn signals before changing lanes.
- Drivers should slow down during periods of reduced visibility.
Truck drivers will typically need to get a commercial driver’s license and are held to a high standard in terms of safety. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 22350, no person shall drive a motor vehicle at a speed greater than would be reasonable or safe given the prevailing conditions of the roadway. If a truck driver fails to slow down to avoid a collision, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Victims of truck accidents tend to suffer very serious and costly injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
The FMCSA requires commercial trucks to carry between $750,000 – $5,000,000 worth of liability coverage. Trucks that carry hazardous materials will typically need higher insurance limits. Any person that is injured in a truck accident may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damage can help cover lost wages, medical bills, and pain and suffering. A truck accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A Sacramento County Semi-Truck Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the motorcyclist injured in this collision. Any person that may have more information should speak with the CHP. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in an Antelope semi-truck accident? Our team of motorcycle safety advocates are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims get the medical and financial support that they need to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support after a collision, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
