Motorcyclist Struck and Killed by Distracted Driver

Seattle personal injury attorneys are extremely concerned about texting drivers who can cause devastating motorcycle accidents due to their negligence. Texting, or using a handheld cell phone while driving is against Washington law. Texting and driving can cause catastrophic injuries to motorists. Motorcyclists are at greater risk because their injuries are often much more serious when they are struck by the distracted driver of a larger vehicle. Many states, including Washington, are now beginning to vigorously prosecute motorists who are driving while texting or otherwise distracted. A 22-year-old man was sentenced to 90 days in jail after he pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide and failure to stop and render aid in connection with a fatal motorcycle accident.

The man apparently rear-ended a motorcyclist while trying to read a text message he got on his cell phone while driving. The motorist struck the Harley Davidson pushing the motorcycle into oncoming traffic. The motorcyclist was fatally injured and the other driver did not stop and fled the scene of the crash. Of course, the driver who initially rear-ended the motorcycle rider got a three-month jail sentence, but the family who lost a beloved member will be thinking about how one man’s momentary distraction took their loved one away forever.

If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a motorcycle accident as a result of a distracted driver, please contact the experienced Seattle motorcycle accident lawyers with The Bernard Law Firm for a free and comprehensive consultation. Call us at 1-800-418-8282 or e-mail us at info@bernardlawgroup.com for our FREE informational brochure, which has useful, educational information about Washington motorcycle accident cases, and will help you better understand your legal rights and options. Get in touch with Kirk Bernard and his dedicated legal team today.

Source:http://www.hcnonline.com/articles/2009/12/05/conroe_courier/news/txtdeath1206.txt