CBS8.com reports that a Monday morning collision on a rain-soaked stretch of Interstate 805 in Clairemont Mesa killed a 60-year-old motorcyclist and tangled traffic for hours during the morning commute.
The incident occurred shortly before 6 a.m. amid heavy rainfall. Apparently the driver of a Lexus SUV was traveling about 80 mph in the number one southbound lane of the freeway when he encountered slow-moving traffic ahead of him near the Balboa Avenue exit. He lost control of his vehicle, slid to the right, struck a big rig, then traveled back to the left across the roadway, crossing directly into the path of a BMW motorcycle.
The motorcycle struck the driver's side of the Lexus, ejecting the operator - Paul Palika of Oceanside. The CHP reported that he died at the scene. It was reported that the driver of the sport utility vehicle was uninjured. The investigation is ongoing and it is not clear whether or not he will be cited for this incident.
Motorcycle Accident Fatalities
Crashes on freeways most often occur because a driver was speeding, not paying attention, texting, or using a cell phone, causing needless injury and/or death to others. The CHP will conduct an investigation into the cause of the incident and make the appropriate recommendation to the District Attorney's office.
Choosing A San Diego Motorcycle Accident Attorney
If you or a loved one has been killed in a motorcycle crash, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries and damages. Unfortunately, sometimes people are negligent, reckless, or violent, and their irresponsible or wrongful behavior causes injuries. When these tragic, expensive injuries happen to you or a loved one, the person or company who caused the injuries should be held responsible. Our San Diego motorcycle injury law firm is dedicated to assisting injury victims in obtaining the maximum financial compensation they are entitled to, so that they can move on with their lives.
Sources: 10news.com, CBS8.com, California Highway Patrol
