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According to WJLA.com, a Laurel man was killed on March 15 when he crashed his motorcycle into the rear of a Mercedes SUV that had slowed down to turn into a driveway in Damascus.
The accident happened around 3:30 p.m. as the SUV and the motorcycle were traveling eastbound on Annapolis Rock Road. As the SUV turned into a driveway, the motorcycle crashed into the back of the SUV.
Police said the 51 year old died on the scene, despite the efforts of emergency personnel, including an off-duty Howard County firefighter who happened to come upon the collision just before Montgomery County Fire & Rescue personnel arrived. The woman driving the SUV and her 14-year-old passenger were not injured in the collision.
Were You Injured in a Motorcycle Accident? Let Our Attorneys Help Now!
This fatal collision is evidence that transportation accidents (including motorcycles, trucks, subways, airplanes and boats) are very common, yet often preventable. To prevent transportation accidents and/or minimize any injuries sustained from such accidents, follow these simple guidelines:
- Do not talk on a cell phone, read, apply makeup or engage in any other activity while driving
- Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Be aware of your surroundings and check your side view and rear view mirrors prior to switching lanes
- Always use your turn signal when making a turn or switching lanes
- Allow an adequate following distance between you and the car in front of you
If you have been injured in a transportation accident in the Washington, D.C. Metro area, it is important to contact an experienced injury lawyer who can assist you in pursuing your claim. Call our firm today for a free consultation. Also, feel free to visit our Facebook page for more information about our law firm.
Did You Know: According to StatisticBrain.com, there were 23,714 DUI arrests in Maryland in 2013.
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Source: http://www.wjla.com/articles/2014/03/md-motorcyclist-killed-in-rear-end-crash-into-mercedes-suv-101196.html, http://www.statisticbrain.com/number-of-dui-arrests-per-state
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