Personal Injury

Motorcycle accident highlights dangers both home and abroad

23 September 2009

The death of three British tourists after a horrific crash in northern Italy has again highlighted the dangers faced by motorcyclists both at home and abroad.

Initial reports suggest the riders collided head-on with a lorry as they left a tunnel, and police are currently investigating the circumstances which led to the accident.

The tragedy happened at Mezzolombardo, Trento, around 300m from the tunnel exit, leaving the three Brits dead and a fourth critically ill in hospital.

Andrew Young, a motorcycle accident specialist, said the incident highlighted the dangers faced by riders on the road both in the UK and abroad.

"It is a fact that motorcyclists are particularly vulnerable road users due to the lack of protection a motorcycle affords compared to a car," he said.

"Motorcyclists are 40 times more likely to be killed in an accident than a car driver."


How can Fentons Solicitors help?

Fentons has a specialist department experienced in handling claims relating to motorcycle accidents and accidents which occurred on holiday.

If you think that you have a case or require further information, contact Fentons on 0800 019 1297 or fill in the online claims questionnaire.

Source - Sky News



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