No one can figure out why a 27-year-old motorcyclist and father of two children was traveling 136 mph on Interstate 4 Monday night, October 24, just before he crashed. The man is currently hospitalized in critical condition at Lakeland Regional Medical Center. He was riding his 2004 Suzuki motorcycle eastbound at mile marker 36 around 9 p.m. when, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), he was distracted by a state trooper who was parked in the median looking for those exceeding the speed limit.
The motorcyclist then lost control of his motorcycle, overturned, and skidded about 400 feet before he came to a stop. He was wearing a helmet. An investigation is underway by the FHP. Let’s all pray this man pulls through his devastating injuries.
Florida Motorcycle Statistics
According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, motorcycle crashes in Florida actually decreased by 13.6% in 2010 when compared to the year before (8,313 compared to 9,618). The 376 motorcycle deaths in 2010 represents a decline of more than 13% when compared to 2009.
If you are injured in a motorcycle accident, it may not be your fault and an investigation by an experienced Florida motorcycle crash law firm should be able to determine the facts of your case in order to make the at-fault party responsible for the costs associated with your injury and lost wages.
The Polk County motorcycle accident attorneys with Farah & Farah have helped hundreds, if not thousands, of folks just like you following a devastating crash. Our number is (800) 533-3555.
Source: http://www.theledger.com/article/20111025/NEWS/111029543
