Young Man’s Life was Claimed in a Motorcycle Accident

29-year-old Alan Clark was the victim of a fatal motorcycle accident on Friday afternoon in Upland. 

According to the Upland Police Department, the crash happened on Euclid Avenue around 5:45 p.m. on September 10th. 

Clark was reportedly heading northbound when he collided with an unidentified car for reasons unknown. 

The driver stopped and was fully cooperative with authorities at the scene. 

Unfortunately, the motorcyclist sustained life-threatening injuries and was pronounced dead at 6:03 p.m. 

The Upland Police Department is actively investigating to determine liability. 

JT Legal Group sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Alan Bruce Clark. 

Motorcycle accidents, according to the NHTSA, accounted for 14% of motor vehicle accident deaths in 2019. Motorcyclists should be fully aware of the safety challenges in which they face while riding on roads. Below are some tips for motorcyclists:

• Wear proper protection
• Ride responsibly 
• Be knowledgeable and practice how to properly operate a motorcycle 
• Ensure you are licensed prior to operating a motorcycle

If your injuries are caused by the negligence of a third party you may be entitled to compensation. In the event of a death, families may also be entitled to wrongful death benefits. 

If you or a loved one need legal help following an accident, contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111.