A motorcycle accident on Wednesday afternoon resulted in the death of a man and another individual injured. The accident happened in Marietta, Georgia at approximately 1:15 p.m. Authorities reported that a motorcyclist was traveling eastbound on South Marietta Parkway when a collision occurred with a bus. The bus was attempting to turn into the Cobb Community Transit Bus Station when the accident happened. The driver of the bus sustained minor injuries and was transported to the hospital. Unfortunately, the unidentified motorcyclist was killed in the crash. Police are continuing to investigate the accident to determine who is at-fault.
Motorcycle accidents often result in serious and deadly injuries. Individuals that choose to travel on a motorcycle are at a higher risk of sustaining injuries in an accident. Passenger vehicles offer drivers and passengers a sort of protection because they are enclosed vehicles. The openness of the motorcycle is typically why individuals prefer to operate the vehicle. Unfortunately, if a collision occurs the rider has a much higher chance of sustaining serious injuries. Similar to all auto accidents, motorcycle accidents can be caused by several factors but are often caused by the negligence of drivers of motor vehicles. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, it is necessary to contact a skilled St. Louis motorcycle accident attorney.
The personal injury attorneys at Meyerkord & Kurth have handled thousands of accident cases. Our attorneys have recovered over $350 million in compensation and will work diligently to recover the maximum compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and mental anguish. Contact us today for a free consultation.