Bakersfield, CA – Motorcyclist Injured after Traffic Accident on Eastbound Highway 178 near Mount Vernon Avenue

Bakersfield, CA (August 17, 2018) – The California Highway Patrol reported a motorcyclist sustained injuries as the result of a traffic accident that took place along the eastbound lanes of Highway 178, in the vicinity of Mount Vernon Avenue. The collision happened at approximately 8:49 PM at night on Thursday, August 16, 2018. At this time, no detailed information concerning the identities of the people involved in the crash has been revealed.

According to the CHP report, a motorcyclist had been traveling down Highway 178 and, for indeterminate reasons, was sideswiped by an oncoming vehicle near Mount Vernon. Sometime later, paramedics were dispatched to the crash site and discovered the rider and bike had been thrown to the ground.

Afterward, the rider was brought to Kern Medical Center to receive treatment. The current physical condition of the victim was not immediately disclosed.

Meanwhile, authorities spotted a black SUV parked near the accident site. At some point, an unidentified man exited the vehicle and escaped on foot. Officers are currently conducting a search for this individual.

At the same time, a woman parked her GMC Acadia on the highway’s right shoulder in the vicinity of Oswell Street. As per the report, she confirmed a motorcycle helmet was jammed beneath the front-left tire of her vehicle.

As of now, the investigation is ongoing.

We extend our most heartfelt prayers and our most loving thoughts to the injured motorcyclist and wish the rider a swift and efficient recovery.

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Given, the circumstances, police are still unaware of what caused the collision on Highway 178. As indicated in the report, a man was seen leaving the crash site, but officers have not yet labeled the accident as a possible hit-and-run.

Thorough forensic examinations of the vehicles and photos of the crash site will help authorities determine if mechanical issues or system failure contributed to the collision. Furthermore, officials may consider if drugs, alcohol, negligence, recklessness, or distracted driving were likely factors in the accident.

Depending on the final results of the investigation, the injured motorcyclist may have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit against the guilty party and, ultimately, receive compensation for multiple inconveniences including medical bills, painful injuries, and vehicle damage.

We at Brady Law Group will work with you to ensure your rights and give you the peace of mind needed to focus on your recovery.

If you’ve been injured as the result of another person’s negligence, please call us at (866) 211-2562 to receive a free consultation with one of our expert attorneys.

Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.

Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery for all those involved in the accident.