Phoenix, AZ – Adrian Ruiz Killed in Motorcycle Crash at 91st Ave
Phoenix, AZ (August 7, 2020) – Officers with the Phoenix Police Department say that a motorcyclist died on Thursday after colliding with a car while turning onto a Phoenix roadway.
The accident occurred shortly before 2:30 p.m. when a 27-year-old woman driving a 2016 Hyundai Elantra headed eastbound on Superior Avenue attempted to turn north on 91st Avenue. At that point, the woman collided with a motorcyclist traveling southbound, according to police.
The motorcyclist, who police identified as 27-year-old Adrian Nelson Ruiz, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. According to Phoenix police spokesman Sgt. Tommy Thompson, Ruiz was wearing a helmet
The driver of the Hyundai remained on the scene and was evaluated, but she showed no signs of impairment. Officials say that neither she nor her 25-year-old passenger was injured in the accident.
Thompson said the investigation into the crash was ongoing as of Friday.
Our deepest condolences go out to the family of Adrian Nelson Ruiz.
Fatal Motorcycle Crashes in Arizona
Per reports from local authorities, motorcycle accidents were responsible for nearly 14% of all traffic fatalities nationwide over the past several years. In fact, motorcycle wrecks are on the rise and have more than doubled in the last 25 years. Data released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration indicate that one in seven fatalities on the road occurred on a motorcycle.
And despite a general decline in the number of crashes and injuries on Arizona roads last year, traffic deaths were at their highest level in more than a decade.
Tragic consequences may befall victims after a motorcycle accident. Crash victims may suffer from long-term physical issues, costly medical bills, and even job loss or death. But the victims and their families affected by these motorcycle wrecks can contact a Phoenix motorcycle crash lawyer for help. In some cases, a skilled lawyer can help victims get justice and a fair settlement from a personal injury lawsuit or a wrongful death lawsuit.
Our knowledgeable and compassionate Arizona motorcycle accident attorneys at ELG have years of experience advocating for victims and their families after motorcycle crashes.
At ELG, when we represent a client and an adverse insurance company asks us to allow for a recorded statement from our client, 99% of the time the answer is a definitive no. Our recommendation is to tell them you will seek out counsel first, then call us at ELG.
We will gladly review the facts of your case and tailor our advice to match the specific needs of your case. Plus, every consultation is free and there is no obligation to retain us. So at worst, you get free advice. We won’t cut corners or use intake specialists to talk or meet with you. At ELG, we guarantee your consultation will be with one of our experienced injury attorneys that only handle accident matters, so you can feel confident and rest assured that we will answer all of your questions.
If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle wreck that occurred through no fault of your own or your loved one has died in a motorcycle wreck, contact our motorcycle crash lawyers in Arizona at (623) 877-3600 to schedule your free consultation today.
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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.
