Delafield, WI (July 2, 2023) – One person was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident that took place on a roadway in Delafield on the afternoon of Saturday, July 1.
According to Waukesha County officials, the accident happened around 3 p.m. in the westbound lanes of I-94 around the area of State Highway 83. Police confirmed that a motorcyclist was traveling in the area when they were suddenly struck by a passenger vehicleThe exact cause of the crash has not been determined yet.
The rider was seriously injured, and the motorcycle was badly damaged as a result of the accident. Motorcycle parts were visible all over the roadway.
Several local responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were called to the scene to help those in need. The motorcyclist, who has not yet been fully identified, was rushed to the hospital for treatment of serious injuries. It is not known if anybody else was hurt in the accident.
Due to the severity of the collision, the roadway was blocked in the area until 5 p.m., when police announced that all lanes were reopened.
No further details have been released, but the investigation into the collision continues.
We offer our warmest thoughts and sympathies to those injured in this accident with hopes of a speedy recovery.
Motorcycle Accidents in Wisconsin
Motorcyclists can enjoy the wide, open road around them as they ride on their vehicles of choice. However, they should also be aware of the fact that an accident can happen at any time. Between 2014 and 2018, it was estimated that an average of 2,149 motorcycle accidents occurred every year. In these years, an average of 77 lives were lost due to motorcycle accidents annually. Getting back on your feet after an injurious motorcycle accident is never easy. Because of this, it is crucial that you speak with an attorney that you can trust.
Understanding where to turn after a motorcycle accident can be more of an ordeal than you initially thought when your accident first occurred. You may need assistance that only a legal advocate can give you. An attorney can help you show that some of the following elements are present in your case:
- A driver owed you a duty of care
- The driver breached that duty of care through negligent acts
- The breach of duty caused your accident
- Your accident led to damages
It is normal to be left with a wide array of questions that you cannot answer on your own after a motorcycle accident. This is why speaking with a Delafield motorcycle accident lawyer is so important.
Our attorneys at Zerbst & Kluck, S.C. are here to help you and your family move forward after a motorcycle accident that was caused by another party. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling and do not want you to feel alone during these difficult and stressful times. Our attorneys believe that having legal help on your side means you can gain the most momentum in your claim and work toward the compensation you deserve. Please contact a motorcycle accident attorney in Delafield at (608) 471-5365 to find out how we can assist you in your time of need.
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