On November 21, an SUV collided with a motorcyclist on the southbound 710 freeway in Southgate. The crash occurred around 5:00 p.m. on a Thursday, so one can assume that traffic was dense and slow-moving. Nevertheless, the motorcyclist became trapped underneath the SUV and suffered fatal injuries.
Motorcycle crashes are not always the motorcyclist’s fault
Motorcycle crashes on southern California freeways are fairly common. California law allows motorcyclists to share lanes with drivers or “split lanes” under certain conditions. Other drivers have a duty to share the road, use turn signals when changing lanes, and look out for motorcyclists before doing so.
How an attorney can help
If a loved one has been killed in a motorcycle crash, you may consult with an attorney to initiate a wrongful death lawsuit. The process can often be too difficult for laypersons to handle on their own. A diligent and skillful attorney, such as those at Nguyen Lawyers, can assist with insurance claims and proceed with a lawsuit if necessary.