Monroe, NJ – Steven Bass Killed in Motorcycle Crash with Truck on Clayton Rd
Monroe, NJ (May 8, 2023) – A motorcyclist, identified as 36-year-old Steven Bass of Williamstown, lost his life in a fatal traffic collision on the afternoon of Saturday, May 6. At approximately 11:40 a.m., the incident occurred in Monroe.
Reports from authorities show the crash happened on Clayton Road when Bass and a Freightliner truck were involved in a collision. The truck was headed west on Clayton Road when it failed to yield the right of way while attempting to turn left onto Railroad Avenue.
The truck driver was identified as a 46-year-old from Deptford. Authorities in Monroe Township continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim, Steven Bass, at this time.
New Jersey Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents can be some of the most devastating accidents that happen on American roadways. Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) shows that over 80,000 motorcycle accidents happen per year in the United States. In 2019, over 84,000 accidents were reported involving motorcyclists, a decrease from the previous year. Unfortunately, motorcyclists are at a much higher risk of sustaining serious injuries or losing their lives when they become involved in accidents than those in passenger vehicles. Reports from the NHTSA show that, in 2019, the number of fatalities related to motorcycle accidents was about 29 times that of the number of fatalities related to other types of accidents.
The majority of motorcycle accidents are caused by driver negligence. Driver distraction, fatigue, and intoxication contribute to thousands of motorcycle collisions per year in the United States. Driver negligence has become a prevalent issue throughout the country in the past decade. Drivers are more distracted than ever, especially with the ever-rising popularity of smartphones. Additionally, drivers are intoxicated and over-tired more often, posing serious threats to people traveling on American roadways.
When you have lost someone you love in a fatal motorcycle accident caused by a negligent driver, you may be wondering where you can turn for help. A skilled wrongful death lawyer in Monroe can help you file a wrongful death claim for financial compensation. Financial compensation can help you pay for some/all of the costs that stem from your loved one’s accident, including funeral/burial costs, lost wages, and more. Even non-economic damages like pain, suffering, loss of life enjoyment, and other damages may be eligible for compensation when you work with a skilled attorney.
At Metro Law, we have been working for decades to help people like you recover after you or someone you love has been seriously hurt in an accident. We charge nothing up-front or out-of-pocket, meaning you pay us nothing unless you are awarded full and fair financial compensation for your losses and damages. Contact our law firm by calling (800) 469-6476 to learn more about how we can help you recover financially.
