Kentucky Accident Blog

Motorcyclist Killed in Eastern Jefferson County Accident

It was reported that David Mears, age 39 , of Louisville, KY died early Saturday evening, July 5, 2008, as a result of a motorcycling accident.  The crash occurred on the stretch of Shelbyville Road near Valhalla Golf Course.  Mr. Mears was riding a "cruising" type motorcycle when he crossed into the opposite lanes of traffic and hit a pickup truck head on.  He reportedly died at the scene as a result of several blunt-force trauma injuries.  It has not been indicated whether or not he was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.  Apparently, witnesses had observed Mr. Mears traveling at a high rate of speed as well as having difficulty maneuvering a turn in the road.  The driver of the pickup truck suffered non-life threatening injuries and was taken to University Hospital.

A "cruising" motorcycle is a type of motorcycle where the riders' feet are forward and the hands are up.  The back of the rider/driver is either erect of leaning back slightly.  This makes for a more comfortable long distance ride but limits the performance and turning capability therefore compromising the control of the motorcycle.
 
Mike Schafer is a personal injury attorney who handles motorcycle accident and other motor vehicle accident cases in the Louisville, Kentucky area. For additional information go to mikeschaferlaw.com.