Lubbock, TX (May 9, 2022) – A motorcycle accident reported on Friday evening in the Lubbock area has claimed one man’s life. At around 8:43 p.m., on May 6, emergency crews were notified that an auto accident on East Broadway required assistance.
Preliminary investigations conducted by the Lubbock Police Department found that a Chevrolet Equinox was traveling east in the 2700 block of East Broadway. The vehicle stopped at the intersection with Idalou Road and then proceeded through the intersection. As the vehicle entered the roadway, it collided with a motorcycle.
The motorcyclist, a 49-year-old man from Weatherford, was transported to University Medical Center for the treatment of serious injuries. He later passed away while still in the hospital.
The driver of the Chevrolet was treated for minor injuries.
The incident is under investigation by the Major Crash Unit of the Lubbock Police Department.
Our thoughts are with the victim injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the motorcyclist who lost his life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Car Accidents in Texas
Auto wrecks take the lives of more than 300 people every month in the state of Texas. Quite often, motorcyclists lose their lives in these unpredictable collisions. Each year, we see more than 400 riders suffer fatal injuries in auto collisions. These incidents are often caused by motorists who engage in reckless and negligent actions while operating their vehicles.
Some of the most common contributing factors in auto wrecks each year in our state include:
- Impairment
- Speeding
- Blindspot crashes
- Changing lanes without looking
- Distraction
- Failing to yield the right of way
When innocent people are fatally injured in auto wrecks due to these or other actions of negligence, their families are often forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars on medical expenses, funeral costs, and more. In some cases, surviving family members are able to take legal action against the person at-fault for the accident. A knowledgeable wrongful death lawyer in Lubbock can make a significant difference when it comes to your chances of getting justice for your loved one.
The Lubbock motorcycle lawyers at Wyatt Law Firm have several decades of experience helping families protect their legal rights after enduring the losses of loved ones due to accidents. Our lawyers can fight to ensure your family gets the justice and the compensation you need and deserve. Some of the services we can help your family with throughout the legal process include:
- Investigating the accident
- Gathering evidence
- Building a strong case
- Communicating with insurance companies
- Negotiating compensation
- Representing you in court
If your loved one has lost their life as a result of an accident, our Texas personal injury law firm can help you get justice. Contact our team today by calling 210-340-5550 to get started on your case.
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