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Port St. Lucie, FL (August 17, 2021) - A motorcyclist sustained critical injuries following a crash with a vehicle in Port St. Lucie. The accident occurred on Sunday morning on SE Kaspar Drive near the intersection with SE Sandia Drive.
According to officials, a motorcycle collided with a minivan driven by 23-year-old Gabriel Francisco. Police say that Francisco caused the accident when he turned into the motorcycle's path. The motorcyclist was rushed to Lawnwood Hospital in critical condition. Following an investigation, Francisco was arrested for negligent operation of a motor vehicle causing serious injury or death without a valid driver's license. There were no additional injuries reported.
No further details are available at this time.
Florida is home to many motorcyclists. With a temperate climate, it is possible to enjoy riding a motorcycle on a year-round basis in our state. While motorcycle riding can be fun and enjoyable, it is not without risks. Each year, over 80% of motorcycle crashes end up with injuries for the rider. Motorcycle accidents account for 15% of annual fatalities in Florida traffic accidents. In cases where the motorcyclist survives the crash, they are often faced with devastating injuries that can take a long time to heal and involve substantial medical treatment.
We extend our thoughts and best wishes for a speedy recovery to the victim who was injured in this motorcycle crash in Port St. Lucie.
Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the heartbreak that can be left behind after an accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.
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