Justino Neto Oliveira, 25, killed in motorcycle-car crash on Sawgrass Expressway in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
NEW: Boca man, 25, killed in motorcycle crash on Sawgrass Expressway
The collision occurred shortly before 11 p.m., the Florida Highway Patrol said. Oliveira was taken to Broward Health North Medical Center where he died. According to the FHP crash report, Oliveira was ejected from his motorcycle when the vehicle struck the rear of the Mercedes. FHP identified Chhun Young Hor, 49, of Coconut Creek as its driver.
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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