Motorcyclist injured and cited for DWI after colliding with car and injuring one more on U.S. 54 in Rockport, Illinois
Two injured in Pike County crash
The Illinois State Police said a 2014 Harley Davidson motorcycle driven by Bruce M. Huffman, 63, of Pleasant Hill was heading south at 11:57 a.m. on U.S. 54 near 192nd Avenue when it crossed over into the northbound lane and sideswiped a 2000 Dodge pickup truck driven by an man who was not identified.
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.