Florida Personal Injury Lawyers Blog
GAINESVILLE, FL – Authorities were called to the scene of a fatal motorcycle collision in Gainesville on Wednesday morning, according to a report in the Gainesville Sun.
The Florida Highway Patrol and Alachua County Sheriff’s Office responded to Archer Road/State Road 24 near the intersection with Southwest 48th Drive shortly before 7 a.m. The FHP’s report indicates a driver was heading east on State Road 24 and trying to make a left turn into a business. A motorcyclist who was going west on the roadway struck the right front of the vehicle as it was making the turn.
The motorcyclist, a 33-year-old man from Gainesville, died at the scene. The driver of the sedan, a 72-year-old Gainesville man, suffered minor injuries.
Westbound traffic on State Road 24 was diverted for several hours while the wreck was being cleared and investigated.
If you were injured in a motorcycle accident as the result of another person’s negligence, you should strongly consider speaking with the dedicated legal team at Whittel & Melton for a free consultation to learn more about recovering financial compensation. Our experienced Alachua County motorcycle accident attorneys are here to discuss your situation and help you take the next steps towards pursuing a claim for the money you deserve. Contact us today at 866-608-5529 or online to learn more about how we can help.