The accident occurred on Sunday, May 6 around 1 p.m. between a car and a motorcycle. The car was traveling eastbound when it crossed the center line and struck the westbound bike. It is unknown why the car breached the centerline, and the crash is still under investigation.
Unfortunately, the 74-year-old motorcyclist was fatally injured in the crash. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities may file charges against the 27-year-old driver of the car, pending the results of their follow-up investigation.
Motorcycle riders are at a higher risk of injury than occupants of larger vehicles, mainly because they do not have the protections offered by larger, enclosed vehicles. Virtually any motorcycle accident can result in serious or even fatal injuries. In Georgia, accident victims — or the surviving families of deceased victims — typically have legal recourse through the state’s civil justice system. To prevail, it will be necessary to establish that the injuries suffered occurred due to the negligence of another party. A personal injury attorney can offer advice and ongoing assistance to those seeking restitution for any monetary damages sustained in these circumstances.
Source: coosavalleynews.com, “Dalton Man Fatally Injured in Gore Accident“, May 7, 2018
