This past Thursday afternoon, a motorcyclist sustained serious injuries when he was struck by a 2005 Nissan. The crash occurred at 1 p.m. at the intersection of Main Street and Forest Avenue in Brockton.
The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries to his left leg, which was pinned underneath the Nissan after the collision. The injured 23-year-old man was taken by ambulance to Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital and was then transferred to New England Medical Center in Boston.
A preliminary investigation has revealed that the driver of the Nissan was traveling on Forest Avenue when he stopped at a stop sign and took a left, colliding with the motorcyclist. According to the local authorities, the Nissan driver, a 23-year-old Taunton resident, will be cited for failure to yield and operating a vehicle with a suspended driver’s license.
Motorcycle accidents introduce a number of confusing questions about medical coverage, lost wages, and compensation for pain and suffering. Our MA motorcycle accident attorneys can help accident victims and their families understand their legal options and coordinate medical coverage to ensure that the victim receives the treatment he or she needs. They are adept at helping clients collect lost wages and making sure that medical bills are paid and submitted in a timely fashion.
The motorcycle accident attorneys at the Massachusetts law firm of Altman & Altman, LLP are dedicated and experienced attorneys who will fight for the highest possible compensation for you. At Altman & Altman, LLP, we have successfully handled numerous motorcycle accident cases. Whatever injury you may have suffered during a motorcycle accident, from a soft tissue injury to paralysis, we can help you recover damages such as medical bills, lost earnings, and pain and suffering. We have access to medical experts, accident reconstruction teams, and others who can help us build a compelling case.
Source: Taunton man cited in Brockton motorcycle crash, The Enterprise, September 24, 2010