Holly Twp, MI (June 3, 2023) – On Monday, May 29, a motorcyclist was killed following a collision in Holly Township.
The deadly accident was reported at the intersection of Belford and Holly Roads early that morning. A 53-year-old Burton man was headed northbound on a motorcycle when he was hit by a southbound 2002 Chevrolet pickup truck driven by a 66-year-old Novi man. The rider suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
No other injuries were reported in the crash. No further information has been provided at this time.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Michigan Deadly Motorcycle Accidents
There were fewer fatal motorcycle accidents nationwide in 2017. Nevertheless, motorcycle riders still make up a disproportionately large portion of total traffic deaths. Motorcycle riders are killed 28 times more frequently than those traveling in passenger vehicles. The Governor’s Highway Safety Association reports that 142 motorcycle fatalities, or roughly 14.3% of all fatalities on highways, happened in Michigan in 2017.
When someone is killed as a result of the carelessness of another person, business, or other entity, it is known as a wrongful death. According to state law, the surviving family members of the deceased are allowed to bring a claim against the party or parties responsible for the decedent’s death in order to obtain compensation. This is usually done with the help of a Michigan wrongful death lawyer.
A Michigan wrongful death lawyer can help you recover if you lost a loved one as a consequence of an accident caused by another person or entity. Losing a loved one is never simple and is always heartbreaking for those close to the victim, especially when it occurs suddenly and was brought on by the careless, reckless, or malicious behavior of another person. You are entitled to compensation for any damages related to the incident, and the at-fault party should be held accountable. Clients pursuing wrongful death claims in Michigan can get help from our knowledgeable wrongful death attorneys in order to determine the validity of their claims.
You and your family may be entitled to compensation if a member of your family died as a result of someone else’s carelessness. By filing a lawsuit, you can make sure that the person responsible for the deadly collision faces justice. A wrongful death attorney in Holly Township from Christopher Trainor & Associates is here to help. Contact our offices at 248-886-8650 to talk with an attorney if you have recently lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident. We are here to assist you in determining if you have a solid wrongful death claim and how much money you should receive in damages for your loss.
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