Courtdale, PA – Fatal Motorcycle Crash at Courtdale Ave & Corby Rd

Courtdale, PA (April 14, 2022) – Two people were killed in a fatal motorcycle crash that took place at an intersection in Courtdale on Thursday afternoon, April 14.

According to Luzerne County officials, the accident happened around 2 p.m. at the intersection of Courtdale Avenue and Corby Road. Two vehicles and a motorcycle were traveling in the area when they entered the intersection at the same time. This caused them to forcefully collide with each other due to reasons that are not yet known.

Several local responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The driver and passenger on the motorcycle were tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries. Nobody else sustained injuries in the accident.

The roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for an extended period of time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene so traffic could resume as normal.

No further details have been released. Pennsylvania State Police continues its investigation into the collision.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time.

Motorcycle Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Motorcycle accidents are known for being some of the most severe accidents on our roads in Pennsylvania. This is due to the fact that motorcyclists have no protection from harm in the event of an accident involving any type of vehicle. In 2017 alone, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimated that approximately 5,172 motorcyclists were killed in the entirety of the U.S. Pennsylvania is no stranger to these accidents, with handfuls of victims losing their lives every single year. It is never easy to face the loss of a loved one in a motorcycle accident. If you have sustained these immense losses, you and your family should have the help of an attorney on your side.

Losing somebody close to you in a fatal accident can be an impactful time in your life. Because of this, you should have the assistance of an attorney on your side who can help you. As you are grieving the loss of a loved one, you should never have to worry about how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. Facing these aspects can leave you in one of the most difficult positions. You should be prepared to speak with a Courtdale wrongful death attorney that you can trust at this time.

Courtdale Motorcycle Accident Attorneys 

Our attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here for you after you have lost a loved one in a motorcycle crash. We understand how overwhelming a fatal accident can be on both emotional and financial levels. Our attorneys have years of experience assisting those who have lost loved ones over the years. We will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of aspects, including the following:

• Medical bills
• Lost income
• Funeral and burial costs
• Pain and suffering

You should never have to worry about how you will move forward after losing a loved one in a motorcycle crash. Please contact a motorcycle accident attorney in Courtdale at (215) 731-9900 for more information on your available options.

Note: Independent sources were used to create this post including news stories, witness statements, social media posts, and first-hand accounts about the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident that are represented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you find incorrect information or would like the post to be removed, please contact us immediately.  We will correct the inaccurate information or will remove the post completely.

Disclaimer: As a well-respected member of the community, we at Edelstein, Martin & Nelson strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who drives on our roads and highways. We are always saddened by these accidents but hope that, through awareness members of our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photos depicted in this post are not representative of the actual accident scene.