![[10-16-2024] Motorcyclist Suffers Serious Injuries After Collision with Truck at Hillcrest Intersection](https://ak1.to//VeGjp.webp)
A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries following a traffic accident at a busy intersection in Hillcrest, San Diego, on Wednesday afternoon, October 16, 2024.
The collision occurred shortly before 4:30 p.m. when the driver of a black 2016 GMC Sierra truck, a 48-year-old man, was traveling westbound on the 300 block of Washington Street, according to the San Diego Police Department.
As the driver attempted to turn left onto 3rd Avenue, a 26-year-old man on a 2010 Aprilia RSV4 sport motorcycle was traveling eastbound on Washington Street. Both the truck and the motorcycle had a green traffic light when the truck turned left onto southbound 3rd Avenue, and the motorcyclist entered the intersection while passing vehicles along the right shoulder.
The motorcycle collided with the truck in a broadside impact, resulting in the rider sustaining a skull fracture and a brain bleed. Emergency responders provided immediate medical attention at the scene.
Authorities confirmed that DUI was not a factor, and the investigation is ongoing.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
