Wichita, KS (September 15, 2024) – On Friday, September 13, a motorcyclist was injured after a two-vehicle collision in the Wichita area. The incident took place at the corner of E. 55th Street S. and S. Broadway that night around 9:30 p.m. Local reports revealed that a motorcycle collided with a passenger car.
Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The injured rider was treated at the scene before being transferred by ambulance to a local hospital for treatment. The area was temporarily closed while local authorities were present. No further information on the incident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is currently underway, and more updates will be released as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Kansas Motorcycle Accidents
Riding by motorcycle is far from safe. Many Kansas residents enjoy hitting the open road on the back of a bike, but it leaves you greatly exposed to the dangers of the road. Statistics show that motorcyclists are much more likely to be hurt in a serious crash, with nearly 80 percent of motorcycle accidents ending in death or injury. Motorcyclists are almost 26 times more likely to be killed and four times more likely to be hurt in a crash compared to someone traveling in a passenger car. Motorcycles are over-represented in national roadway fatalities, and it is difficult to recover on your own after a serious crash. It is always in your best interests to work closely with a competent legal team in order to get the most out of your case.
There is a strong chance of being seriously hurt in a motorcycle accident, and you must be able to act in order to protect your future. A skilled Wichita motorcycle accident lawyer will be ready to get to work on your case to ensure your claim is handled properly at every stage. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080.
