![[09-12-2024] Motorcyclist Injured After Collision with Tractor-Trailer on I-215](https://ak1.to//y3Dsy.webp)
A motorcyclist sustained minor injuries after a collision involving a tractor-trailer in Moreno Valley on Thursday afternoon, September 12, 2024.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred just after 2:00 p.m. on northbound Interstate 215 at Cactus Avenue.
The motorcyclist collided with the semi, possibly while attempting to exit the freeway, causing him to fall in the No. 2 lane. The truck driver immediately pulled to the shoulder. Good Samaritans helped the rider move to safety along with his bike.
Riverside County Fire Department paramedics arrived a few minutes later, assessed the motorcyclist, and noted minor injuries. The rider chose not to be transported to the hospital.
The truck driver was unharmed. No other vehicles were involved, and northbound traffic on I-215 was briefly disrupted without any lane closures.
No additional details are available at this time.
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.
