Pontiac, MI (September 16, 2023) – On Friday morning, a car collided with a motorcyclist near Pontiac, Michigan, killing a 70-year-old man from White Lake Township.

In the early hours of Friday, September 15, near the corner of East Huron Street and northbound Woodward Avenue, an Accident occurred.

The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office reports that a 29-year-old Waterford woman was driving a 2016 GMC Canyon when she turned into a  motorcyclist, identified only as an adult male, who was riding an eastbound 2018 Triumph Bonneville.

After the two cars crashed, the motorcyclist was declared dead on the scene.

The authorities believe the motorist involved may have been intoxicated at the time of the collision.

At the time of the accident, she was driving with a 15-year-old passenger. The sheriff’s office reports that both individuals were safely restrained by their seatbelts and suffered only minor injuries.

The probe is still in progress in the interim.

Our deepest condolences are extended to the Our thoughts and best wishes go out to the injured victims for their complete recovery.

Motorcycle Accidents in Michigan

The Great Lakes State of Michigan has 3,288 miles of shoreline, and many people like riding motorcycles along that coastline to take in the stunning views. We have a much too high rate of motorcycle accidents in our state. The Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) of Michigan revealed that in a single year, there were 2,722 motorcycle-related traffic accidents in the state.

The best strategies for motorcyclists in Michigan to keep safe and limit the risk of significant crash-related injuries are to always wear a helmet with a face shield or protective eyewear and to be alert to their surroundings. Sadly, these collisions persist despite increased awareness of how vulnerable motorcyclists are in comparison to car drivers.

An experienced personal injury attorney can assist in protecting your rights if you were wounded in a motorcycle accident in Michigan.

• After determining the full extent of your losses (including damages, medical costs, and lost wages), your attorney will submit a formal demand to the insurance carrier. Your attorney will then pursue a claim settlement from your insurance company. If adjusters disagree with the recommended settlement figure, they may submit a counteroffer.
• Your personal injury lawyer may then advise you to take legal action, such as filing a lawsuit. In order to avoid going to court, the insurance company might negotiate a higher payout. Your lawyer and the insurance company will likely go back and forth a few more times before reaching a reasonable settlement. It’s possible that a neutral third-party mediator will be needed to assist the disputing parties in coming to terms.
• All parties are encouraged to express their views openly and honestly throughout the mediation process. The insurance company’s best offer is usually presented during mediation.

Christopher Trainor & Associates offers free consultations to all new clients and works hard to meet their individual requirements. When dealing with the claims process, you can be certain that our staff will do all in its ability to protect your rights. Motorcycle accident victims in Kalamazoo should not hesitate to contact a local attorney after suffering injuries. Call us at 248-886-8650 right now to set up your initial consultation at no charge if you want to talk to our Pontiac vehicle accident lawyers today.

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