I-70 Washington County motorcycle wrongful death lawsuit
I-70 Washington County motorcycle wrongful death lawsuit arises after a 71-year-old man was fatally injured when his motorcycle clipped an SUV on Interstate 70, between the Murtland Avenue and Jefferson Avenue exits.
Crash Details
State Police report the motorcyclist had just entered I-70 from the I-79 offramp and merged into the center lane. While merging, his bike struck the rear passenger side of a Ford Explorer. The impact caused him to eject from the motorcycle and slide a considerable distance.
Victim & Response
The victim, identified as Fred Blake Jr., was transported to a local hospital and later pronounced dead. No other major injuries were reported in the incident.
Investigation Factors
Authorities have not released further information indicating cause. Possible contributing factors under review include merging procedure, speed, visibility, road condition, and whether proper signaling or defensive driving could have prevented the crash.
Legal Rights After Fatal Motorcycle Crashes
Families of victims in motorcycle crashes may have grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit. Compensation may include medical and funeral expenses, loss of income, pain and suffering, and other damages related to the crash.
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The attorneys at Chaffin Luhana offer free consultations for those impacted by fatal motorcycle accidents. Our team assists in gathering evidence, obtaining official reports, and fighting for fair compensation on behalf of victims and their families.