A motorcycle accident on Sunday night has claimed the life of an Illinois woman. The accident happened in Clinton County, Illinois around 9:15 p.m. The Clinton County Sheriff’s Department reported that a man was operating a motorcycle along Illinois 127 when a collision occurred with a passenger vehicle. The accident site was near County Farm Road, and it is not yet known what caused the crash. The motorcyclist was transported to a hospital by the Arch Medical Services helicopter, and his female passenger was transported by ambulance to a St. Louis hospital where she was pronounced dead. The driver of the other vehicle is said to be a teenager and was uninjured in the accident. The investigation is ongoing by the Clinton County Sheriff’s Department.

Auto accidents that involve motorcycles have serious and deadly results. Drivers of passenger cars and truck are more likely to cause a motorcycle accident than the rider of the motorcycle. Driving a motorcycle can be dangerous due to the increase in distracted driving. Passengers in the vehicle, inattentiveness, GPS devices, and cell phones are all common distractions for drivers. Cell phones have been a wonderful technological advancement, making it easy to communicate with each other. However, they can also be dangerous when they are used at the wrong time such as while driving. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, it is important to contact an Illinois motorcycle accident attorney. 

Deborah Besserman is a skilled personal injury attorney that believes your safety is a priority. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, Deborah will investigate the accident and aggressively fight to hold all negligent parties responsible. She will work diligently to recover the maximum compensation for your damages while communicating with you throughout the case. Contact Besserman Law today for a free consultation.