Motorcyclist dies after wreck with U-Haul truck on Southeast Powell Boulevard at 48th Avenue in Portland, Oregon
Motorcyclist dies after crash with U-Haul truck in Southeast Portland
The crash occurred on Southeast Powell Boulevard at 48thAvenue just after 10 a.m., police said.
The motorcyclist died at the scene. His name was not immediately released.
The U-Haul driver remained at the crash and cooperated with investigators.
Since motorcycle crashes often end in serious injuries, victims need immediate help
Motorcycle accidents are more likely to end in serious injuries or death for the motorcyclist, since the rider is not protected from the force of a collision. When a motorcycle accident happens, the injured rider needs immediate, appropriate medical care, the accident needs to be investigated, and the insurance companies need to be informed.
When a motorcycle crash is caused by negligence, additional steps need to be taken to protect the legal rights of the injured motorcyclist or the family members of someone killed in a motorcycle crash. Go here to learn more about motorcycle accidents and claims.
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