![[10-30-2024] Motorcyclist Killed After Collision with Truck on Old Redwood Highway](https://ak1.to//KAwTE.webp)
A motorcyclist was killed in a collision with a truck in Penngrove, Sonoma County, on the morning of Wednesday, October 30, 2024.
The crash occurred at about 7:30 a.m. at the intersection of Old Redwood Highway and East Railroad Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Authorities reported the motorcyclist was speeding southbound on Old Redwood Highway, illegally crossing over double yellow lines to pass multiple vehicles before reentering the southbound lane.
A pickup truck exited a private driveway to turn left onto the highway, at which point the motorcyclist attempted to brake but collided with the truck’s left front side, resulting in the motorcyclist’s ejection and fatal injuries at the scene. The truck’s driver was not injured. The motorcyclist’s identity has not been released.
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.
