Paul Michael Judge, 55, in critical condition after crashing motorcycle on State Highway 126 near Prineville, Oregon
Wash. man critically injured in motorcycle crash on Hwy. 126 east of Prineville
Oregon State Police said Paul Michael Judge, 55,was flown by Life Flight helicopter to St. Charles Bend after the single-vehicle crash, reported around 4 p.m. near milepost 38 on Highway 126, also known as the Ochoco Highway.
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.