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Motorcycle and Bus Collide Leaving One Fatality | Richmond Hill Georgia | Villa Rica Accident Attorney

On Friday November 19, 2010 an accident occurred involving a school bus and a motorcycle. According to the Richmond Hill Police Department, one fatality was a result of this accident on Highway 144 near Ford Plantation. This accident is still under investigation by the Georgia State Patrol.  Questions of liability often arise in auto accidents such as this.

Murphy & Associates, represent families who have lost loved ones in fatal vehicle accidents where liability may be questioned. If you or a loved one have been injured in an accident please feel free to contact an Villa Rica Accident Attorney regarding liability at (770) 577-3020. We offer a free consultation with no obligation.

Marietta, Georgia Resident was Fatally Injured in a Motorcycle Accident

Date: November 10, 2010
Location: Marietta, Georgia | Cobb County Accident Attorney
Event: Fatal Motorcycle Accident

According to the Cobb County Police Department, a resident of Marietta was involved in a motorcycle accident this past Wednesday. The motorcyclist was traveling in the outside southbound lane along Johnson Ferry Road when he went over the curb, across the sidewalk and into the pillar. He was transported to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital where he passed away from injuries sustained in the accident.

Investigators of this motorcycle accident, believe the motorcyclist may have been cut off by a driver who switched into his lane. Police officials are looking for a late model Ford F-150 extended cab pickup, gray or black, with a Georgia Bulldogs Sticker on the back window.

Murphy & Associates, represent families who have lost loved ones in fatal car accidents where liability may be questioned. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident please feel free to contact a Douglasville Accident Attorney regarding liability at (770) 577-3020. We offer a free consultation with no obligation.

One Injured and One Fatality in Kennesaw Auto Accident | Douglasville Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Dekalb County Police Officer Involved in Motorcycle Accident | Dallas Injury Lawyer

War Veterans Injured in Motorcycle Accident | Douglas County Accident Attorney

Serious Motorcycle Accident on I-285 | Hiram Accident Lawyer

Warner Robins Resident Involved in Motorcycle Accident | Douglasville Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Date: September 8, 2010
Location: Warner Robins, Georgia
Event: Motorcycle Accident | Douglasville Motorcycle Accident Attorney
Title: Warner Robins Resident Involved in Motorcycle Accident

According to police officials, a resident of Warner Robins, Georgia, was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident. The Warner Robins resident was driving a Suzuki motorcycle and was transported to the Medical Center of Central Georgia for injuries sustained in the accident. The other driver, a resident of Byron, Georgia, was traveling in a Chevrolet truck. The Byron resident was charged with failure to yield while turning. The accident happened at the intersection of Houston Lake Road and Watson Boulevard in Warner Robins, Georgia.

The police officials are still investigating this motorcycle accident.

Our law firm handles motorcycle accident cases. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident in which another driver was at fault, please contact a Douglasville Injury Attorney, 770-577-3020 for a free consultation. There is absolutely no obligation.

Carrollton High School Coach Dies Following A Motorcycle Accident | Douglasville Accident Lawyer

On Wednesday, July 7, 2010 a tragic motorcycle accident involving another vehicle claimed the life of a Carrollton High School football/basketball coach. The accident occurred at about 8:00 pm in the Lake Wedowee Alabama area. The coach was transported to Wedowee Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
 
Murphy & Associates handles fatal car and motorcycle accidents throughout the State of Georgia. If you or a love one has been involved in an auto accident and there are questions of liability and/or negligence, please contact our firm at (770) 577-3020. We offer of a free consultation with no obligation.

Trailer Comes Loose and Kills Motorcyclist | Douglasville Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Date: May 10, 2010
Location: Douglasville, Georgia
Event: Motorcycle Accident | Douglasville Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Title: Trailer Comes Loose and Kills Motorcyclist

According to the Georgia State Patrol, a motorcyclist was struck and killed when a trailer became detached from the vehicle hauling it and veered into the path of the motorcycle. The driver of the pickup which was pulling the trailer carrying aluminum cans was Don Harold Yarbrough of Douglasville, Georgia. The accident happened on Friday May7, 2010 at the intersection of Lee Road and Park Avenue. Officials have charged Yarbrough with failure to maintain lane, failure to secure a load, vehicular homicide and DUI.

Fatal Hit and Run Motorcycle Accident on Interstate 20 | Douglasville Accident Lawyer

Date: April 10, 2010
Location: I-20 WB in Atlanta, Georgia
Event: Fatal Motorcycle Accident | Atlanta Motorcycle Attorney

Late Saturday night, April 10, 2010, a fatal hit and run accident occurred on I-20 in Atlanta, Georgia. According to an off duty State Trooper Mark Campbell, who was leaving the Cumberland Mall area on April 10, 2010, when he appeared to be following Dexter Cathey, 19 years of age, resident of Long Beach, California. About the same time, James Springer was traveling on his motorcycle when he ran out of gas and stopped on I-20 westbound in the merged area. Mr. Springer was awaiting help when Mr. Cathey allegedly struck him as he merged onto I-20 west.

Mr. Cathey did not stop his vehicle after striking Mr. Springer. The off duty State Trooper did what he was trained to do, and he chased Mr. Cathey. Mr. Cathey finally realized he was being followed and he starting maneuvering his vehicle to lose the State Trooper Mark Campbell. The State Trooper followed Mr. Cathey for at least ten minutes down I-20 westbound, off at Fulton Industrial Blvd., through a red light, onto I-20 eastbound, and then onto I-285 southbound before stopping just a mile north of Langford Parkway. Mr. Cathey got out of his vehicle and started running on foot and Mr. Campbell continued to follow him in his vehicle. Eventually, he stopped and gave himself up.

According to the Atlanta Police Department, Mr. Springer’s motorcycle was shattered completely.

Mr. Cathey was charged with first degree vehicular homicide, felony charge hit and run, improper crossing and driving without a license. He is being held in the Fulton County Jail.

Murphy & Associates handles fatal motorcycle accidents and wrongful death cases in surrounding areas of Georgia. If you have lost a loved one, and have questions with regards to negligence, please contact our firm at (770) 577-3020. We offer of a free consultation with no obligation.

Tom Cruise Injured in Motorcycle Accident

Date: March 7, 2010
Location: Los Angeles, California
Event: Motorcycle Accident | Georgia Injury Attorney

On Sunday, March 7, 2010, the famous movie star, Tom Cruise was involved in a motorcycle accident in Los Angeles, California. According to a report in HollywoodLife.com, Mr. Cruise was trying to avoid a vehicle that ran a stop sign, causing the bike to spin out.

According to a witness at the scene of the accident, Mr. Tom Cruise struggled to his feet and appeared to be limping as five witnesses ran to his aid. The emergency personnel were on their way to render their aid.

Questions can sometimes arise as to when to file an uninsured motorist claim. If you or a family member have been in an accident, such as this, please feel free to contact us for a free consultation at (770) 577-3020.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Stockbridge, Georgia | Douglasville Fatal Accident Lawyer

Date: March 1, 2010
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Event: Fatal Motorcycle Accident | Atlanta Accident Attorney

On Monday, March 1, 2010, a fatal motorcycle accident occurred in Stockbridge, Georgia. According to the Henry County Police Department, Roy Joseph Kerlegan, III, 20 years of age, resident of Jonesboro, Georgia, was traveling on Mount Zion Parkway in Stockbridge, Georgia at the time of the accident. A BMW, driven by a resident of Rex, Georgia, turned left in front of Mr. Kerlegan causing his motorcycle to strike the side of the vehicle. Mr. Kerlegan was not alone, he had a passenger on the back of his motorcycle.

Mr. Roy Joseph Kerlegan, III, was transported to Henry Medical Center, where he passed away from the injuries sustained in the accident. Mr. Kerlegan’s passenger was transported to Atlanta Medical Center with serious injuries from the motorcycle accident.

Charges against the driver of the BMW are pending, according to the Henry County Police Department.

Murphy & Associates handles fatal motorcycle accidents and wrongful death cases in surrounding areas of Georgia, and we express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the victim. If you have lost a loved one, and have questions with regards to negligence, please contact our firm at (770) 577-3020. We offer of a free consultation with no obligation.

Multiple Charges Against Individual Who Killed Motorcyclist | Motorcycle Accident | Atlanta Injury Lawyer

Date: January 27, 2010
Location: Newton County Georgia
Event: Motorcycle Accident  | Atlanta Injury Lawyer
Title: Multiple Charges Against Individual Who Killed Motorcyclist

On July 5, 2009 Johnny Otis Workman was allegedly operating a Pontiac Grand Prix when he crossed the center lane striking and killing motorcyclist David Nunnelley of Oxford. The accident happened on Access Road at Old Oxford in Newton County. According to Georgia State Patrol, Workman has been charged with several violations including, vehicular homicide, driving under the influence, attempting to elude a police officer as well as a few other charges.  An evidentiary hering is scheduled for February.

Murphy and Associates would like to extend our condolences to the victims family at this time. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in an auto accident, please feel free to contact us at (770) 577-3020.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Cobb County, Georgia | Atlanta Accident Attorney

Date: January 18, 2010
Location: Cobb County, Georgia
Event: Fatal Motorcycle Accident | Atlanta Motorcycle Accident Attorney

On Monday, January 18, 2010, a fatal motorcycle accident occurred in Cobb County, Georgia, according to the Marietta Police Department. Kevin Silvis, 33 years of age, was traveling westbound on Delk Road when he lost control of his motorcycle. Mr. Silvis was ejected off the motorcycle and was facing oncoming traffic. Jerlisa Taylor, 20 years of age, traveling in a Chevrolet Impala, was attempting to make a left turn off of Delk Road and struck Mr. Silvis.

Mr. Kevin Silvis was transported to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital and passed away at the hospital from injuries sustained in the accident. Mr. Taylor did not receive any injuries as a result of the wreck.

This motorcycle accident is still being investigated.

Murphy & Associates handles fatal motorcycle accidents and wrongful death cases in surrounding areas of Georgia, and we express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the victim. If you have lost a loved one, and have questions with regards to negligence, please contact our firm at (770) 577-3020. We offer of a free consultation with no obligation.

Minor Child Injured When Hit by a Motorcycle | Motorcycle Accident | Atlanta Motorcycle Injury Attorney

Date: January 18, 2010
Location: Dekalb County, Georgia
Event: Motorcycle Accident | Atlanta Motorcycle Injury Attorney
Title: Minor Child Injured When Hit by a Motorcycle

On Monday, January 18, 2010, a ten-year old boy was hit by a motorcycle in Dekalb County, Georgia, according to the police officers on the scene. The motorcycle accident occurred on Glenwood Road in Dekalb County when the minor child tried to cross the street. The emergency personnel transported the child to a nearby hospital in serious condition. The driver of the motorcycle received minor injuries.

The accident is still being investigated by local police and they are unsure about any charges being filed. The names of both victims were not released.

Murphy & Associates handles pedestrian accident cases in surrounding areas of Georgia, and we express our deepest concerns to the family and friends of the victim. If you have questions with regards to negligence, please contact our firm at (770) 577-3020. We offer of a free consultation with no obligation.

Motorcycle Accident Claims One Life | Motorcycle Injury Lawyer

Date: December 3, 2009
Location: Macon, Georgia
Event: Fatal Motorcycle Accident | Douglasville Accident Lawyer

For one family Thanksgiving will forever be different. According to the Georgia State Patrol, Ricky Noles, 46, of Bremen was traveling on his motorcycle on Muse Bridge Road when he lost control in a curve. Noles was an avid biker and often rode in the honor of someone or to support an organization. Mr. Noles was very involved with Toys For Tots and would ride to raise money for this organization as well. Several of Mr. Noles fellow riders will ride to support his daughter and widow and to honor their beloved friend.

Murphy & Associates handles fatal motorcycle accidents and wrongful death cases in surrounding areas of Georgia, and we express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the victims. If you have lost a loved one, and have questions with regards to negligence, please contact our firm at (770) 577-3020. We offer of a free consultation with no obligation.

Motorcycle Accident in Gordon County, Georgia Resulting in a Fatality | Georgia Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Car-Motorcycle Accident Involving Two Police Officers Injures One, Still Under Investigation | ATL Injury Lawyer

We recently posted a blog about a police officer who sustained injuries in a Clayton County motorcycle accident.  According to an update from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the crash, which occurred last week, involved two Clayton County police officers and is still under investigation. 

The officer we previously wrote about, Officer Thrift, reportedly sustained injuries to his leg and foot and had to be flown to Grady Memorial Hospital last Thursday.  According to the police report, the accident occurred when the other officer, identified as Officer Sawyer, attempted a U-turn while driving south on Tara Blvd. at its intersection with Cardinal Rd.  As Officer Sawyer was navigating his turn, Officer Thrift's motorcycle crashed into the rear bumper of Sawyer's vehicle. 

Although Thrift was ejected from his Honda motorcycle and stated that Sawyer pulled in front of him, it is not known if an at-fault driver has been identified or if any charges have been filed in this incident. 

Police Officer Taken to Grady Hospital With Injuries After Motorcycle Accident | Metro Atlanta Accident Lawyer

A police officer from Clayton County sustained injuries in a motorcycle accident Thursday, October 22, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.  Although few details were available at the time of the report, it was known that the officer was off-duty when the accident occurred at the Tara Blvd. and Cardinal Rd. intersection near Jonesboro, GA.  Although the officer's injuries were reportedly "not serious," he was taken to Grady Memorial Hospital for treatment. 

At Murphy & Associates, metro Atlanta motorcycle accident attorney James Murphy handles auto accident cases resulting in a range of injuries, from minor to severe, and he hopes for the fast and full recovery of the officer in this incident.  If you have been hurt in a motorcycle accident, car accident, pedestrian accident, or another type of roadway collision, feel free to contact James Murphy for answers to your specific questions.  He will consult with you for free with compassion concerning your unique situation.

Click here to contact James Murphy online or call 770-577-3020.

Motorcycle Accident on Calhoun Expressway | Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Date: September 27, 2009
Location: Richmond County, Georgia
Event: Motorcycle Crash | Georgia Motorcycle Accident Attorney

Sunday afternoon, a motorcyclist was transported to the Medical College of Georgia Hospital after wrecking his Suzuki motorcycle on Calhoun Expressway. According to the Richmond County Sheriff's Office, the accident happened in the eastbound lane of Calhoun Expressway. According to the witnesses on the scene, the motorcyclist was speeding at a high rate in the right lane and attempted to pass a vehicle by traveling on the shoulder of the highway. The motorcyclist hit the retaining wall on Calhoun Expressway. Emergency personnel arrived at the scene of the accident and transported him to the hospital for medical treatment.

Our law firm handles motorcycle accident cases. If you have been injured or lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident in which another driver was at fault, call us at 770-577-3020 for a free consultation. There is absolutely no obligation.

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Two Georgia Residents Injured in Motorcycle Wrecks

Date: September 26, 2009
Location: Walton County, Florida
Event: Motorcycle Accident | Georgia Motorcycle Accident Attorney

On Saturday, September 26, 2009, two motorcyclists were traveling eastbound on U.S. Highway 98 when a motorcycle and a Honda Accord attempted to change lanes at the same time. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, Kennadah Kelley, fifty three years of age, resident of Lawrenceville, Georgia, was driving the motorcycle. Ms. Kelley took immediate action when the driver of the Honda Accord put her brakes on. Ms. Kelley lost control of her 2004 Harley Davidson motorcycle, overturned and slid more than three hundred feet. Ms. Kelley was transported to Sacred Heart Hospital for serious injuries in the motorcycle accident. Roger Williams, sixty years of age, resident of Griffin, Georgia, witnessed the motorcycle accident and tried to pull over and help. Mr. Williams was traveling the same lane as Ms. Kelley before her accident. According to Mr. Williams, she had just changed lanes to pass a truck ahead of them. Ms. Williams then applied the brakes on his 2007 Harley Davidson motorcycle and he was also ejected from his bike. Ms. Williams received minor injuries from this motorcycle wreck. The driver of the Honda Accord, Jane Gordon, sixty seven years of age, resident of Mobile, Alabama, was also a witness to this accident. Both motorcyclists were not wearing helmets at the time of the accident.

Questions as to liability often arise when vehicles are changing lanes on the highway. If you have been injured in a highway accident such as this, please feel free to contact us for a free consultation with any questions you may have. (770) 577-3020.