Ventura, CA – According to KEYT, a hit-and-run crash on Monday afternoon, May 6, 2024, left a 23-year-old Oakview motorcyclist with major injuries.
The crash occurred on Highway 1 near Emma Wood State Beach at approximately 4:33 p.m. California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers discovered the victim separated from his motorcycle after having been struck by a sedan that fled the scene.
The victim was airlifted to Ventura County Medical Center for injuries that included fractures to his right arm and legs, as well as a brain hemorrhage. As of the latest update, he remains in critical condition, undergoing treatment for his injuries.
The CHP noted that the cause of the crash is currently under investigation. Details regarding the identity of the fleeing driver or the circumstances leading to the crash were not immediately available.
Personal Injury Claims
When the actions of reckless drivers lead to injuries for others, the cost of caring for those injuries should not fall upon their victims. Filing a claim with the insurance provider of the at-fault driver can offer compensation to help cover medical bills and time taken off of work to recover from injuries.
However, insurance companies always have it in their interests to deny or minimize all claims they receive, which is why the help of a knowledgeable personal injury attorney can make all the difference.
Should the at-fault driver escape justice, compensation may be available from a family member’s uninsured driver coverage. Consulting with a personal injury attorney can help determine what the best options are.
