Hialeah, FL (November 19, 2024) – A traffic accident involving a motorcyclist and a vehicle happened in Hialeah on Tuesday morning, November 19. At around 7:30 a.m., the crash happened on Okeechobee Road near Northwest 116th Way.
The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries and was airlifted to an area hospital from the scene. Currently, their identity has not been reported as police in Hialeah continue to investigate. The intersection was closed while responders worked in the area, forcing local drivers to find alternate routes. No other information concerning the accident has currently been reported.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured victims.
Florida Motorcycle Crashes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that there were more than 6,000 deaths related to motorcycle accidents in the United States in 2022. In Florida alone, more than 600 motorcyclists were killed that same year. Motorcyclists are at high risk of sustaining severe injuries or even dying in traffic accidents due to traveling with little protection. Regrettably, most motorcycle crashes on American roadways today involve negligent drivers.
Statistics regarding Florida motorcycle crashes show that almost 100% of reported motorcycle accidents in the Sunshine State happen in clear weather. The point is, that motorcycles are dangerous vehicles to operate no matter what the weather is like. Negligent drivers are everywhere and cause over 90% of reported traffic accidents in the US today.
Losing a loved one in a fatal traffic accident may be one of the most devastating experiences you go through. Contact the team of Hialeah motorcycle accident lawyers at Neufeld & Kleinberg, PA, who understand the challenges families of victims face, mentally, physically, and financially, as they begin the recovery process. For this reason, our team provides invaluable help to anyone injured in an accident caused by another person’s actions.
At Neufeld & Kleinberg, PA, we are dedicated personal injury attorneys available to answer any questions you may have. We have been working for many years to help accident victims and their loved ones get the help they need after being hurt by the actions of negligent drivers. Call our law firm at (305) 931-6666 to talk to our skilled attorney who can help you during this difficult time.
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