Edinburg Police-Involved Motorcycle Accident Injures 1

A sheriff’s deputy was involved in an accident with a motorcycle in Edinburg on September 21. Motorcycle accidents represent a major hazard on Texas roadways. 

Learn more about the accident and how to avoid motorcycle accidents from your McAllen auto accident injury lawyers.

The Edinburg Auto Accident

According to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), a Sheriff’s Office patrol unit was involved in an accident with a motorcycle and a truck in Edinburg on Thursday, September 21. The accident happened at the intersection of Farm-to-Market (FM) 1925 and McColl Road.

On Thursday afternoon, a truck was traveling behind a motorcycle near the intersection. The truck struck the motorcycle, which caused the motorcycle to collide with the Sheriff’s Office patrol unit. 

City officials reported that the motorcyclist was hospitalized with minor injuries following the crash. The sheriff’s deputy was not injured in the incident. The condition of the truck driver has not been reported at this time.

This accident remains under investigation by the Edinburg Police Department.

How To Avoid Motorcycle Accidents in Texas

At Villalobos Law Firm, we’ve reported previously on the considerable danger posed by motorcycle accidents in Texas. While motorcycle crashes make up less than 2% of all accidents, they account for 14% of all crash fatalities. On average, motorcycle accidents are a staggering ten times more deadly than other Texas car accidents. All of this goes to show just how important it is that we all do our part to avoid motorcycle accidents on Texas roadways. 

Check out our tips for staying safe:

• Be aware of blind spots when changing lanes
• Don’t drive distracted
• Take care when passing motorcycles
• Use your signals earlier than usual when a motorcycle is behind you
• Watch out for turning motorcycles
• Give motorcyclists room
• If you see a motorcycle in bad weather, give it extra room
• Watch out for motorcycles when making left turns
• Use your high beams when possible at night

Of course, drivers aren’t the only ones whose actions contribute to motorcycle accidents. Motorcyclists themselves need to take even more care when on the road than other drivers. If you plan on driving a motorcycle in Texas, you can follow the tips to stay safe:

• Wear the proper gear
• Obey traffic laws
• Don’t speed
• Use signals
• Watch for road hazards
• Take safety courses
• Check for bad weather conditions
• Avoid driving in blind spots
• Wear bright or reflective clothing
• Maintain a safe following distance
• Keep a first-aid kit with your motorcycle

If you’ve been involved in a Texas motorcycle crash, an auto accident injury lawyer can help you seek compensation.

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Source: KRGV