Motorcyclist Died In Concord Collision On Highway 242 By Willow Pass Road
CONCORD, CALIFORNIA (October 1, 2022) – A motorcyclist has tragically died in a Concord car accident on Highway 242 By Willow Pass Road.
Contra Costa County officials are saying that the collision took place around 11:12 p.m. on Tuesday. A Harley Davidson motorcyclist was heading down the roadway when they were rear-ended by a Toyota Highlander.
The force of the impact caused the motorcyclist to be ejected into the roadway. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help the victim.
Despite life-saving measures, the victim died as a result of his injuries. A full investigation into the crash remains ongoing at this time.
Liability In Concord Motorcycle Accidents
Far too many people are killed or seriously injured in motorcycle accidents every year. Many of these collisions are due to drivers that follow the leading vehicle too closely. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code 21703, the driver of another vehicle shall not follow a vehicle more closely than is reasonable or safe given the prevailing conditions of the roadway. There is a rebuttable presumption of negligence on the part of any driver that rear-ends another vehicle in their own lane. Victims of motorcycle accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries including:
- Broken bones
- Head injuries
- Lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries
The family of any person that is killed in a car accident may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages can help with many of the expenses that often come with the sudden loss of a loved one. There are, however, statute of limitations associated with being able to pursue civil claims. It is therefore important to act quickly after any accident.
Investigating A California Motorcycle Accident
We at TorkLaw extend our deepest condolences to the family of the motorcyclist killed in this collision. Any person that may have witnessed the crash should reach out to California Highway Patrol. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to prevent other tragedies like this.
Do you need more information about a Concord motorcycle accident? Our team of consumer safety advocates are here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need a free, independent investigation into an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
