Limerick, PA – One Killed in Fatal Motorcycle Collision on Twp Line Rd

Limerick, PA (May 18, 2022) – Around 8 p.m. on the night of Tuesday, May 17, one person was killed in a fatal motorcycle collision in Limerick.

According to local officials, the accident happened on Township Line Road in front of a local Kohl’s shopping center. It is believed that a large pickup truck was pulling out of the shopping center parking lot when it collided with the motorcyclist. The vehicle had heavy damage to its passenger side and both airbags became deployed during the accident.

Several local responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to offer assistance. One of the individuals on the motorcycle was discovered on the ground when they arrived. The party was tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries. The other motorcyclist was severely injured and flown to a trauma center for treatment.

Due to the severity of the collision, the roadway was almost entirely blocked in the area for some time. Emergency responders worked to clear the scene as delays built up.

The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues. Police will update with more information as it is available.

Motorcycle Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Because motorcyclists have few protections in the event of an accident involving a larger vehicle, they are more likely to cause catastrophic harm. Many victims are seriously injured or even killed in motorcycle accidents every year throughout all of Pennsylvania. In 2020, in fact, statistics showed that approximately 3,398 motorcycle accidents happened in total. Out of these accidents, approximately 215 individuals lost their lives. Drivers who share our roads with motorcyclists are always expected to pay close attention to the roads around them in an effort to protect motorcyclist’s lives. However, drivers continue to engage in reckless acts that lead to these accidents every year. As a result, families may end up in a position where a wrongful death claim becomes necessity.

Motorcycle accidents are so often deadly due to the fact that motorcyclists are incredibly vulnerable in an accident. In the blink of an eye, an accident could cause a motorcyclist to be thrown from their vehicle and onto the hard ground below. This can lead to extensive injuries and even cause the loss of life in a victim. If you and your family have lost a loved one in a motorcycle crash, you reserve every right to grieve your losses on your own time. However, as the bills pile up, you may wonder where you can turn. Speaking with a Limerick wrongful death attorney can protect your best interests at this time.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, we have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in motorcycle accidents over the years. If you believe that another party’s careless acts led to the loss of your loved one, you should understand the many options that you have moving forward at this time. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of financial damages, including the following:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Therapy costs
• Loss of companionship

After a motorcycle collision, our attorneys are here for you. Please contact a motorcycle accident attorney in Limerick at (215) 731-9900 to find out how we can assist you.

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.