Utah Law Talk

A suspected drunk driver hit and killed a California man after hitting his motorcycle on Saturday, August 8th, 2009. The Salt Lake Tribune reports that 53 year-old, Leland Lloyd, was riding south on Greensprings Drive in Washington City, Utah. At around 9:15 a.m., a green Ford Explorer that was traveling northbound made a left-hand turn in front of Lloyd. Lloyd’s motorcycle and the Explorer collided head-on. Lloyd was killed instantly in this Utah motorcycle accident, when his forehead hit the Explorer. Police say he was wearing a helmet but his head made contact on a portion that was not protected.

Police have since arrested the 54-year-old driver of the Explorer, John Hanson of St. George, Utah. He was booked on suspicion of automobile homicide, driving under the influence of alcohol, driving with an open container and making an improper left turn.

This is a tragic Utah motorcycle crash. There is absolutely no excuse for drunk driving. My thoughts and prayers are with Leland Lloyd’s family as they cope with their loss.

For years I have held drunk drivers responsible for their irresponsible actions. If they make the choice to drive on our roads they should be prepared for the consequences. I advise the Lloyd family to contact an experienced personal injury attorney who can file a wrongful death claim against John Hanson’s insurance as well as make sure Hanson is held responsible for his actions.

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