Orange Co., FL (December 8, 2024) – A motorcyclist lost their life in a two-vehicle collision that occurred in Orange County on Saturday, December 7.
At approximately 1:40 p.m., the incident was reported on State Road 520 near Taylor Creek Road. Preliminary reports show a Nissan Frontier was stopped at a stop sign facing south on Taylor Creek Road at the intersection with State Road 520. Simultaneously, a Honda motorcycle was headed west on State Road 520, approaching Taylor Creek Road.
Reports show the pickup truck tried to turn left to head east on SR-520 when it entered the motorcycle’s path. The front end of the truck then collided with the motorcycle. Police say the motorcyclist was identified as a man from Orlando, age 68. He was transported to ORMC, where he was later pronounced deceased. The driver and passenger inside the truck were identified as a woman from Orlando, age 64, and a 42-year-old man from Orlando. Neither of them sustained any injuries. Police in Orange County continue to investigate the incident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim.
Florida Motorcycle Collisions
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that over 6,000 motorcycle accident fatalities were reported in the US in 2022. In the Sunshine State alone, more than 600 motorcyclists lost their lives that year. Motorcyclists are especially at risk of being seriously hurt or even dying when they become involved in collisions. Disappointingly, the most common reason motorcycle crashes happen is that drivers fail to yield the right of way. Driver distraction causes over 15% of traffic collisions in the United States, leading to around 400,000 collisions per year.
Statistical information regarding motorcycle accidents in Florida revealed that 97% of motorcycle accidents occur in clear weather conditions. This points to the fact that motorcycles are dangerous to drive, no matter what the weather is like.
Crash victims and their family members often have numerous questions after unexpected and devastating collisions. Especially when a family member ends up losing their life in a crash, their surviving loved ones will want to know what happened. When negligence is to blame, the families of deceased crash victims often have grounds to file wrongful death claims for financial compensation.
At Neufeld & Kleinberg, our wrongful death attorneys in Orange County work hard to help family members get justice and the compensation they deserve. 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 grieving and challenging time.
Note: This article is intended for informational purposes only. Our dedicated team compiles accident news reports using a variety of trusted external sources, such as local news outlets, official police reports, social media updates, and eyewitness statements regarding incidents in Florida. While we strive for accuracy, the facts in this post have not been independently verified by our writers. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Neufeld & Kleinfeld, PA, immediately, and we will promptly address any corrections. Posts can also be removed upon request.
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