Date: July 18, 2009
Location: Route 143 near Brian Head
Type: Utah motorcycle injury, Utah motorcycle fatality
A tragic motorcycle accident claimed the life of a man from Nevada. According to the Salt Lake Tribune, 52-year-old Joel Norman Macrae of Spring Creek, Nev. was riding his 1996 Harley Davidson on Route 143 outside the ski town of Brian Head. He lost control of his bike while negotiating a curve and slid across his lane into oncoming traffic. A Mitsubishi Lancer ran over Macrae, who died at the scene. Macrae was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident. A passenger in the Lancer suffered injuries. Traffic authorities are investigating the accident.
Motorcycles offer little protection against the dangers of the road. It is always important to remember to wear a helmet and other safety gear before riding your bike. However, even a helmet cannot prevent every injury. If you have suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident, contact the Christensen Law Firm for a free consultation at 801.506.0800. Our expert motorcycle attorneys are well-versed in Utah motorcycle laws and offer superlative legal representation to accident victims. Together, we will ensure you receive the settlement you deserve.