Wichita, KS (August 6, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries after a collision outside of Wichita on Monday, August 5. The crash was reported on K-96 near Hillside Street that afternoon around 3:35 p.m. Local reports revealed that 35-year-old Jared Birkle of Park City was traveling eastbound on a 2016 Kawasaki motorcycle behind a 2013 Volvo XC60 driven by 32-year-old Julie Iler of Wichita.
The Volvo had to suddenly stop to avoid hitting a 2008 Ford Edge illegally parked in the traffic lane. Birkle attempted to stop and was thrown over the handlebars of the motorcycle, hitting the Volvo. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene, and Birkle was transported by ambulance to Ascension Via Christi Urgent Care for treatment. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Motorcycle Accidents in Kansas
Nothing compares to the exhilaration of riding a motorcycle on the open road, but even seasoned motorcycle riders are aware of the serious dangers associated with sharing the road. In an accident, riders run the risk of sustaining permanent injuries. Motorcycle riders account for a disproportionately high number of traffic fatalities nationwide, and a total of 1,867 motorcycle accidents were reported in Kansas alone in a recent year. There were 1,213 injuries and 90 fatalities as a consequence of these collisions. In more than 35 percent of these crashes, multiple vehicles were involved. Riders are practically guaranteed to suffer considerably greater injuries in an accident, with a nearly 28-fold increased chance of fatalities. You need to pursue a full recovery by working closely with a competent lawyer to file a personal injury claim.
The aftermath of a motorcycle crash can be life-changing. You must be able to collaborate with a trained Wichita motorcycle accident lawyer. Contact the offices of Bretz Injury Law today at 620-524-0080 to get started on your case with the help of our skilled legal team.
