Rider Suffers Major Injuries in Benicia Motorcycle Crash on 680 Freeway at Herman Road
Benicia, California (May 24, 2022) – A motorcycle rider was seriously injured Tuesday evening after colliding with another vehicle on 680 Freeway in Benicia, according to a CHP report.
The collision was reported at about 6:03 p.m. on the northbound 680 Freeway, just north of Lake Herman Road.
According to the CHP, the rider sustained major injuries in the collision. The driver of the other vehicle was conscious when emergency personnel arrived at the scene.
No other information regarding the crash was provided.
The crash remains under investigation.
May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and the Pacific Attorney Group would like to remind drivers to share the road responsibly and check twice for motorcycles.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to die in a traffic collision than the occupants of a vehicle. In 2019, 474 people on motorcycles were killed in California.
Here are some tips to keep in mind while driving or riding to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Motorcycle Riders
- Keep the bike lights on, even during the day.
- Apply defensive riding. Do not assume drivers can see you, and avoid riding in a driver's blind spot.
- Wear a U.S. DOT-compliant helmet with eye protection.
- Wear leather clothing such as jackets, gloves, pants, and boots with non-skid soles.
- Ensure your clothing has reflective decals or strips so drivers can see you.
Drivers
- Keep a safe distance when driving behind a motorcycle.
- Always check blind spots and mirrors before changing lanes or making a turn.
Have you been injured in a motorcycle vs car collision?
If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a motor vehicle accident, contact Pacific Attorney Group today for guidance. Click to call : 866-803-6502