Sylacauga, AL (April 15, 2024) – On Saturday, April 13, a woman was killed after a motorcycle crash outside of Sylacauga. The deadly accident was reported on AL-21 at around 5:50 p.m. Local reports revealed that a motorcycle and two passenger cars collided at the scene.
It was later revealed that 47-year-old Patricia Garner of Valley Head was riding a Kawasaki Ninja 300 SE when she was hit by a Toyota Corolla and a Honda Accord on the highway. The Honda then hit the Toyota. Garner suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by attending medical personnel. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. No further information on the deadly accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly accident is in progress.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Fatal Motorcycle Crashes in Alabama
Riding a motorcycle can be a great pastime, but it is far from safe. According to statistics, motorcycle crashes are over-represented in national roadway fatalities. In 2020, 5,579 motorcycle fatalities were reported nationwide, accounting for roughly 14 percent of all traffic fatalities. This is the highest number ever recorded since 1975. The risk of death in a crash is over 28 times higher when you travel on a motorcycle. You should speak with an experienced lawyer if a loved one is killed in a motorbike accident in order to recover lost compensation and fight for justice.
Fatal motorcycle accidents can happen in a matter of seconds. Your life may never be the same after a deadly crash, and it may seem impossible to fully recover after learning that another driver’s carelessness was the cause. You must be able to pursue a wrongful death claim as soon as possible to safeguard your legal rights. These types of cases can be very complicated, and you must have a trained lawyer on your case to protect your legal rights. You will have so much going on during this difficult time, and you need someone ready to help you every step of the way.
A trained Sylacauga wrongful death lawyer will be able to fight for your legal rights and provide key guidance after a fatal motorcycle accident. When working with the trained legal team at Maloney-Lyons, LLC, you can work to achieve a full financial recovery while also holding the at-fault party accountable for their role in a deadly crash. You must be ready to take immediate action if you want to pursue a wrongful death claim. Contact our law offices today at 251-225-6105 to get started on your case with the help of our trained legal team. We will be here to help you at every stage of your case.
