Motorcyclist critically injured in crash in Big Cottonwood Canyon near Salt Lake City, Utah
Motorcyclist critical following crash in Big Cottonwood Canyon
A motorcycle was traveling down the canyon at a high rate of speed about 12:30 p.m. when the driver lost control for an unknown reason about a quarter-mile before the S-curve, and the motorcycle crashed into the mountain off the side of the road, said Unified police detective Ken Hansen.
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.
Add new comment