Oakland, CA – Motorcyclist Injured after Collision with BMW on Interstate 880 Freeway near 16th Avenue Off-Ramp

Oakland, CA (August 16, 2018) – The California Highway Patrol reported that a motorcyclist sustained injuries as the result of a collision with a BMW that happened along the Interstate 880 Freeway near the 16th Avenue off-ramp. The incident transpired at approximately 9:10 AM in the morning in the morning on Wednesday, August 15, 2018. At this time, no detailed information concerning the identities of the injured motorcyclist and the BMW driver has been revealed.

Based on the initial report from CHP, a motorcycle and a blue BMW were traveling along Interstate 880 when, for indeterminate reasons, the two vehicles collided near the 16th off-ramp. Sometime later, responding firefighters and paramedics were dispatched to the crash site and assisted the motorcyclist, who suffered non-life threatening injuries during the impact. Medical personnel did not specify if the victim received treatment at the crash site or required hospitalization.

Officers did not specify if the BMW driver remained at the site.

Presently, investigators are still looking into a probable cause for the crash. As more evidence continues to surface, more information will be released to public sources.

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

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Given the circumstances, many issues surrounding the collision between the motorcycle and the BMW on Interstate 880 remain unresolved. As the investigation continues, forensic teams will inspect both vehicles and examine photos of the crash site to determine if mechanical issues or system failure caused the crash in any way. Meanwhile, officials will consider if the rider or the driver had consumed drugs or alcohol prior to operating their vehicles or had simply failed to comply with established traffic laws.

Depending on the final results of the investigation, the non-guilty injured party may have the right to pursue a personal injury lawsuit against the guilty party. Through legal intervention, these individuals can receive compensation for multiple inconveniences including painful injuries, medical bills, 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.