Greensboro, NC (April 8, 2021) – A man from Kernersville was killed and a woman was seriously hurt following a motorcycle crash that took place in Greensboro. The crash happened around 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 7th.
According to the Greensboro Police Department, 29-year-old Gustavo Toledo-Rodriguez, of Kernersville, was driving a 2021 Kawasaki Ninjia on Old Battleground when he lost control of the bike. Rodriguez was thrown from his motorcycle and died at the crash scene. A 30-year-old passenger was on board at the time of the incident. She was also thrown from the motorcycle and sustained serious injuries. She was taken to a local hospital. Her identity has not been released at this time.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing. The GPD Crash Reconstruction Team is involved in the investigation.
No further information is available at this time.
We would like to offer our thoughts and condolences to all affected by this tragic motorcycle crash in Greensboro.
North Carolina Motorcycle Accidents 
Motorcyclists in North Carolina are at great risk of being seriously hurt or killed when they are involved in accidents on our roadways. According to statistics from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, there were a total of 3,566 North Carolina motorcycle accidents in 2018. Of this number, 2,806 injuries were reported and 176 motorcyclists tragically lost their lives. Motorcycles offer little protection from the force and the impact of a traffic collision and motorcyclists often take the worst of the impact. Compared with traditional vehicles, motorcyclists are far more likely to suffer injuries in a crash.
The causes of motorcycle accidents in North Carolina vary, but there are several common reasons that these crashes occur. This includes negligence by other drivers, such as failing to see the motorcycle or failing to properly yield. Even a single instance of negligence can cause a crash that results in catastrophic injuries. If you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, it is important to consult a skilled North Carolina motorcycle accident attorney in order to get information regarding your rights as soon as possible.
At Burton Law Firm, we understand the difficulty that you are facing following a sudden tragedy. Certainly, there is nothing more devastating than the loss of a loved one in a traffic accident. While we cannot change the fact that the crash occurred, we will be there with you every step of the way as you seek justice. The compensation that you receive can help protect your future and ensure that you are not left financially responsible for the actions of a reckless driver.
We are standing by to take your call at any time. Our firm provides a free consultation for all potential clients and we handle most accident cases on a contingency fee basis so you will not owe us an attorney fee until we obtain a recovery on your behalf. We will also evaluate your case during this time and determine a plan to move forward. To schedule your appointment, please contact us using the link on our website or give us a call at (833) 623-0042.
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