Motorcyclist Dies 6 Days After Highway 395 Crash

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY - A 61-year-old Hesperia man critically injured in a motorcycle accident on New Year's Day has died, the Press-Enterprise has reported. The man, Herbert Snetsinger, 61, lost control of his motorcycle just before 10 a.m. Saturday, January 1st, on northbound Highway 395 near Shadow Mountain Road in Adelanto. He was taken to Loma Linda University Medical Center, where he died Thursday, January 6th.
The cause of the Hwy 395 motorcycle accident remains under investigation, and at this point, it is unclear what happened to cause Snetsinger to lose control and crash. Hopefully, the law enforcement investigation will provide answers as to what happened and why. While many fatal motorcycle accidents are attributed to rider inexperience or unsafe driving, some accidents are completely outside the realm of control of the rider. If this accident was caused by a defect in the motorcycle, such as a accelerator that sticks or breaks, or a crack in a fuel system part. Safety related defects are the reason for numerous motorcycle part recalls every year. Other solo vehicle motorcycle accidents are caused by defects in the roadway, such as potholes, uneven surfaces, lack of guardrails, and maintenance neglect.
After an accident such as this one, where the cause is unclear, it would certainly be advisable for the family of the victim to consider speaking with a California wrongful death lawyer. If a defect in the motorcycle or a dangerous roadway condition caused this accident, the family may be able to recover financial compensation for their loved one's death, including damages for final medical expenses, funeral and burial expenses, lost earnings and benefits, loss of love, care, affection and companionship, and other damages. An experienced lawyer can review the law enforcement report of the incident, and if necessary, arrange to have the motorcycle and the location of the accident inspected by an expert.
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