Motorcyclist John Anthony Burris, 48, killed and one person injured in collision on Highway 15 in Sumter, South Carolina
Motorcyclists dies after being thrown from bike
Troopers say a motorcyclist veered into the wrong lane and hit an oncoming car head-on. The motorcyclist was thrown from the bike and died at the scene. The other driver was transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.
Sumter coroner identifies motorcycle victim in fatal crash
The Sumter County Coroner has identified the victim in a deadly motorcycle crash in Sumter. The victim was identified as John Anthony Burris, 48, of Lee County.
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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