[08-20-2021] Lubbock County, TX – One Person Killed After a Motorcycle-Pickup Collision on Highway 87

A 28-year-old man identified as Christopher Lee L. was killed in a fatal traffic crash on Highway 87 on Friday morning, August 20.

The deadly collision transpired at approximately 8:00 a.m. on Highway 87 and east Farm to Market Road 41.

The 28-year-old man was riding a 1999 Yamaha motorcycle south on U.S. 87 when a Ford F-150 pickup truck suddenly struck him.

The pickup truck driver remained at the scene and willingly cooperated with local authorities. He was identified as 24-year-old Kenton Brandt R. He was uninjured in the mishap.

Unfortunately, the motorcycle rider sustained fatal injuries in the crash. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the accident.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Motorcycle accidents can cause serious injuries. Riders often experience far worse injuries than vehicle occupants who are involved in the same crash. Motorcyclists are undeniably amongst the most vulnerable drivers on the road. According to NHTSA statistics, motorcyclists are 16 times more likely to be injured and 35 times more likely to die in a crash than passengers of enclosed vehicles.

According to the Texas Department of Transportation, on average, one motorcycle rider dies on Texas roads every day. In 2019, 412 motorcyclists were killed in Texas, and over 1,800 people were seriously injured. Distracted driving, speeding, intoxicated driving, reckless driving, inclement weather, wrong-way driving, and failure to obey traffic laws are common causes of motorcycle accidents.

Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Motorcycle Accidents in Lubbock County

After a motorcycle accident, the victim’s family may be left overwhelmed with grief and confused on what steps they must take next. It’s important to remember that you are not alone in this tragic accident. An experienced motorcycle accident attorney can help you in filing a wrongful death claim. Filing a wrongful death claim immediately after the accident is vital as this can help the victim’s family receive compensation for the damages the accident has caused them.

The right to compensation is the most important legal right that the victim’s family has. You have the right to compensation that is fair. You have the right to be compensated for all the losses you have suffered, including financial losses (such as medical bills and lost wages) as well as non-economic losses (such as your pain and suffering). It can be difficult to know what compensation is fair in any given case.

Call (888) 398-4017 to schedule your free consultation. Don’t wait to get advice about your motorcycle accident case. Let us handle the paperwork and defend your legal rights so you can focus on recovering from your motorcycle accident injuries.