Wichita, KS (June 26, 2024) – A motorcyclist was hurt after a two-vehicle collision in the Wichita area on Tuesday, June 25. The accident was reported on Interstate 235 near N. Arkansas Avenue late that night around 7 p.m. Local reports revealed that a Harley-Davidson motorcycle and a Hyundai Palisade were traveling northbound at the time of the crash.
It was later revealed that the two vehicles collided as the motorcyclist changed lanes and hit the side of the Hyundai. The impact caused the rider to be ejected. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The injured motorcyclist was transported by ambulance to Wesley Hospital for the treatment of sustained injuries. The driver and passenger of the Palisade were not injured in the impact. No further information on the incident 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 victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Motorcycle Collisions in Kansas
The roads are far from safe when you are on the back of a motorcycle. Statistics show that motorcycle fatalities increased by nearly 11 percent in a recent year, growing from 5,044 to 5,579. Riders have a four times higher risk of serious injury and a nearly 28 times higher risk of death in a motor vehicle crash compared to those traveling in a passenger car. Motorcycles are thought to be involved in 14 percent of traffic fatalities despite being a factor in less than 3 percent of documented crashes nationwide. It can be difficult to recover from serious injuries received in a motorbike accident. It is always in your best interests to work closely with a competent lawyer to get the most out of your case.
Your life can change in an instant following a motorcycle crash, and the steps you take to pursue a full recovery are more crucial than ever. A competent Wichita motorcycle crash lawyer at Bretz Injury Law is here to help. Contact our offices today at 620-524-008.
