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Ocala, FL (April 24, 2019) - A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries in a crash with a vehicle that occurred on Wednesday, April 24th.
The Ocala Police Department reports that the motorcycle was traveling westbound on Northeast Third Street, traveling behind a Ford F-150 pickup truck, when the truck suddenly slowed to make a turn. As the motorcyclist attempted to avoid a collision, he lost control of his bike, crashed onto the curb, and landed on the pavement. The rider sustained serious injuries and was taken to Ocala Regional Medical Center.
There is no word on whether any charges are expected. The motorcyclist's identity is being withheld pending family notification.
Motorcycle accidents can be serious and devastating. While motorcycle riders often ride for enjoyment and thrills, a crash can happen suddenly and can be life-altering. As of 2017, Florida led the nation in motorcycle accident deaths. The number of injured victims in these crashes is also very high.
While every precaution can be taken to make motorcycle riding safer, the fact remains that accidents are bound to happen. If you have been seriously injured in a Florida motorcycle accident, the attorneys at Rubenstein Law can help. We have helped recover millions of dollars for our clients since we first began helping injured accident victims over 30 years ago. Let us put our experience to work for you. Call us for a free consultation at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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