As Mesa motorcycle crash attorneys, we were sorry to learn about a multi-vehicle pileup on US 60 on February 15, according to Fox 10. The crash caused injuries to at least the motorcycle rider, and possibly a few more people. It slowed traffic for a few hours nearly all the way back to Gilbert. We want to share our thoughts and prayers with the motorcyclist at this time, and wish him a quick recovery.
What Caused This Mesa Motorcycle Crash
We know that nearly half of the motorcycle accidents in Arizona are caused by drivers of other vehicles. While the cause of this particular incident is unclear at this time, it could be a result of another driver’s actions, including distracted driving, swerving, tailgating, and more. These actions can cause serious and even deadly incidents. Drivers are often distracted by cell phones or things outside their vehicles. Those who tailgate are at risk of running into the back of motorcycles, sending them spinning or rolling into other cars and making unsafe lane changes or swerve can cause sideswipe accidents.
Mesa Motorcycle Crash Statistics
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) did not release specific Mesa motorcycle crash statistics for 2010, but they did release them for the entire state of Arizona. There were almost 3,000 motorcycle accidents in the state in 2010, and 86 people lost their lives while almost 2,400 were injured.
Professional Help from a Mesa Personal Injury Attorney
Because there are so many cars involved in this particular crash, investigation requires an experienced attorney. The Husband and Wife Law Team would thoroughly investigate to find out which of the several drivers involved were responsible for the victims’ motorcycle crash injuries. We would then work to hold that person responsible and obtain a settlement that pays for medical bills and more. It is important to get compensation for the victims because they are often faced with extremely high hospital expenses and recovery time, which usually means they must take time off of work. Contact us at Breyer Law Offices, P.C. to see what we can do for you.
