$1.4 million settlement reached in fatal motorcycle accident

After nearly two years since Michael Heaston’s death, his family will receive $1.4 million from the city of Columbia, MO as a settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit. On July 12, 2010, a city bus made a left-hand turn, without noticing Mr. Heaston on his motorcycle. After unsuccessfully trying to avoid the collision, Mr. Heaston was struck by the left side of the bus and passed away the next day. Read more about the case in this article by the Columbia Daily Tribune.

Motorcyclists and cyclists share concerns over visibility and driver inattention. That’s why the attorneys of this firm, through Bike Law strive to raise awareness and improve the safety of cycling.