Startling Motorcycle vs Bicycle Crash on Las Positas Road and Portesuello Avenue Injures 1 [Santa Barbara, CA]

Injuries Reported in Santa Barbara Bicycle Accident on Las Positas Road and Portesuello Avenue

SANTA BARBARA, CA (June 15, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon, a startling motorcycle vs bicycle crash on Las Positas Road and Portesuello Avenue injured 1.

The crash between a motorcycle and a bicycle happened at about 4:00 p.m. on Las Positas Road and Porteseullo Avenue.

After the crash, responders took the bicyclist with serious injuries to Cottage Hospital.

Meanwhile, the motorcyclist suffered no serious injuries.

Also, the incident completely halted traffic on the northbound lane of Las Positas for at least 30 minutes.

At this time, the circumstances that led to the crash remained unclear. Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.

Due to the limited information available, the authorities continued to investigate the crash.

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What’s Next after Startling Motorcycle vs Bicycle Crash on Las Positas Road and Portesuello Avenue

According to NHTSA, pedestrian and bicyclist accidents continue to rise in the United States. More pedestrians and cyclists died in 2018 than in any year since 1990.
 
To avoid any involvement in incidents similar to the startling motorcycle vs bicycle crash on Las Positas Road and Portesuello Avenue, be a proactive driver. Driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.
 
It is also crucial that everyone remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of a bicycle collision. Moreover, the most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash is hiring a personal injury attorney.
 
“A common misconception is that personal injury lawyers don’t care. That is simply not true. Injury lawyers care about and want justice for their clients. We are motivated by the desire to make our clients whole again,” says Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers, a practicing attorney.

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If you or a family member suffered similarly in a bicycle accident, contact the personal injury lawyers at Sweet Lawyers. With us, you can be assured your case will be taken care of. Our 40 years of experience in the legal field is proof that we know what it takes to win your case. Moreover, our attorneys and experienced professional legal team deal with cases including bicycle accidents. Above all, we believe you deserve the best legal representation and proper compensation for your pain and suffering. Thus, call our offices at (800) 674 7852 for a free consultation.