Bakersfield, CA – A tragic accident involving a motorcycle and a big rig occurred on Sunday evening, September 21, 2025, resulting in the death of one man from serious injuries, as reported by KGET. The Bakersfield Police Department stated that the incident happened at approximately 6:07 PM at the intersection of South Union Avenue and Welch Avenue in the southern part of the city. According to investigators, the motorcycle was heading west on Welch Avenue while the big rig was heading north on South Union Avenue. The two vehicles crashed into each other at the intersection with great intensity. The motorcyclist suffered severe injuries as a result of the accident. Emergency responders took him to a local hospital, where medical staff declared him dead soon after he arrived. Authorities stated that the truck driver remained at the location and fully assisted the investigators. Officials mentioned that the Kern County Coroner’s Office will disclose the motorcyclist’s identity after informing his family. The Bakersfield Police Department is still looking into the accident. Investigators are examining the details surrounding the entry of both vehicles into the intersection, along with the elements that led to the deadly collision. This involves analyzing wrongful death claims and the principle of comparative negligence. Figuring out who is at fault in an accident can depend on various elements, and according to California’s Comparative Negligence law, multiple individuals may be assigned some degree of blame. If another individual is deemed partially responsible for the death, the family may have the option to pursue a Wrongful Death claim against the insurance of the driver who is at fault. This can offer financial support to assist with medical costs, funeral expenses, and loss of income for the family of the individual who has passed away. Bakersfield Motorcycle Accident Attorney. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident similar to the one mentioned, reach out to a Bakersfield Motorcycle Accident Lawyer for inquiries or to get a free, no-obligation evaluation of your case. This message follows the report about a motorcyclist fatally injured in a big rig collision at South Union and Welch Avenue in Bakersfield, originally posted on Hillstone Law.
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