Jacksonville, FL (October 3, 2024) – A motorcyclist suffered critical injuries after a collision in Jacksonville. The wreck occurred in the southbound lanes of State Road 9B near the East Town Parkway. It involved a 23-year-old motorcyclist who was involved in a crash with an SUV. The motorcyclist, who is a resident of Saint Marys, was headed south on SR-9B south of E-Town Parkway when he approached the SUV from behind in the center lane. The Florida Highway Patrol reports the front of the man’s motorcycle was involved in a collision with the rear of the SUV. Paramedics transported the motorcyclist to the hospital in critical condition, sources said. The wreck happened at approximately 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 3.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured victim.
Florida Motorcycle Crashes
According to information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there were over 6,000 motorcycle accident fatalities reported in the US in 2022. In Florida alone, over 600 motorcyclists lost their lives that same year. Motorcyclists are particularly at risk of sustaining serious injuries or even losing their lives when they become involved in auto accidents. Unfortunately, the main cause of motorcycle crashes is drivers who fail to yield the right of way to motorcyclists. Most often, these drivers do not see motorcyclists because they are distracted. Distracted driving is the main cause of the majority of auto accidents in the United States, causing over 400,000 traffic collisions per year.
Statistical information regarding motorcycle accidents in Florida revealed that 97% of motorcycle accidents that occur in Florida occur in clear weather conditions. This points to the fact that motorcycles are dangerous to drive no matter what the weather is like.
Victims and their families often have many questions after devastating and unexpected accidents. In many cases, victims are left with overwhelming pain that negatively impacts their health and well-being. Our team of skilled Jacksonville car crash attorneys at Neufeld & Kleinberg, PA, understands the challenges 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.
We, at Neufeld & Kleinberg, PA, 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 a skilled attorney who can help you during this difficult time.
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