Emergency crews and state highway patrol officers throughout Northwest Ohio were busy Tuesday evening and into the early hours of Wednesday, after three crashes in four hours killed three people. Among the dead were two motorcyclist and a female motorists. Two of the deadly accidents took place in Toledo while the third happened in Clyde, Ohio.

The first accident was off of State Rt. 101 in Green Creek Township south of Clyde after a motorcyclist was struck by a car that drifted left of center. A 16-year-old female was driving northbound and drifted left of center, and struck a motorcycle driven by Nicholas Darr, of Clyde.

Mr. Darr ejected upon impact, the OHP Fremont Post deputies said. The teen was not injured and was wearing a seat belt. Charges are pending against the teen driver.

The second accident was off of Fearing Boulevard and Airline Avenue after a motorcyclist was struck by a car after the car driver turned into its path. Killed in the accident was Harold Fowler of South Toledo. He was pronounced dead less than an hour after being transported to Toledo Hospital.

According to the incident report, Toledo police said Mr. Fowler was traveling northbound on Fearing and was approaching Airline Avenue when a southbound car, driven by Montrice Boyd, turned into the motorcycle’s path. Police said Boyd fled the accident scene on foot, but was located at his home. The accident remains under investigation. Charges against Boyd are pending toxicology tests.

The third accident happened shortly before midnight on northbound I-75 near the I-475 split in Perrysburg Township. Jacqueline Jankowski of Toledo was killed in this accident.

State patrol deputies said that Jacqueline Jankowski’s Pontiac Aztek experience mechanical issues and stopped in the far right lane. Her passenger, Kenneth Goodwin, of Toledo, got out of the Aztek ad tried to push the Pontiac into the highway shoulder.

According to the Toledo Post report, a semi, driven by Kevin Kram, of Bay City, Mich., was unable to stop in time and struck the Aztek. The SUV was pushed off the freeway, struck a ditch and rolled onto its side, killing Ms. Jankowski. Goodwin and Kram were not injured. The crash remains under investigation.

If you or someone you know has been injured in an Ohio motorcycle accident, contact our Clyde, Ohio motorcycle accident attorneys for your free copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book.

Preliminary data from the Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) shows that 2010 has been deadlier than at this time last year on Ohio’s roadways. ODPS’ Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO) has been closely monitoring motorcycle fatalities for several years after seeing a nearly 35 percent increase in motorcycle fatalities between 2006 and 2008. This trend started down the right path in 2009 with a reduction of 52 motorcycle fatalities from 2008? however, so far this year, Ohio has witnessed 88 motorcycle fatalities, up from 82 at this time last year - a seven percent increase.

“It is important that both motorcyclists and motorists pay attention to one another while on the road,” said Thomas J. Stickrath, ODPS Director. “We are watching fatalities very closely and it is crucial that we continue to educate everyone that riding and driving ALERT will save lives.”

This past April the Ride SMART motorcycle safety campaign started, which works to address all aspects of motorcycle safety including: Ride Sober. Ride Motorcycle Endorsed. Ride Alert. Use the Right Gear. RideTrained. Ride SMART. This year, the focus is on Ride ALERT, which reminds motorcyclists to:

• Be ALERT to motorcycle’s capabilities and condition: Tires and Wheels, Controls, Lights and Electrics, Oils and Other Fluids, Chassis and Chain, and Stands. (TCLOCS).
• Be ALERT to weather and road conditions.
• Be ALERT during group riding? arrive prepared, ride in formation, be aware of
• intersections, interstates and freeways, passing, riders’ skills, riders’ motorcycles, distance between motorcycles.
• Be ALERT to motorists? remember to search, evaluate and execute.
• Be ALERT to your condition (fatigue, medicated, emotional, etc.).
• Be ALERT while riding at night (animals, headlights, etc.) Motorists also need to do their part by watching for motorcycles and sharing the road.

If you or someone you know has been injured in an Ohio motorcycle accident, contact our Toledo, Ohio motorcycle accident lawyers for your free copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book.

An off-duty City of Toledo worker was killed Tuesday night when his motorcycle hit a car that turned into his path.

Harold Fowler was northbound on South Fearing Boulevard when a car attempted to turn left across his path onto another road and struck him.

The driver of the car fled the scene on foot and was found later at his home.

Fowler worked for the department of traffic engineering as a traffic signal technician.

There is no word on whether he was wearing a helmet or of any pending citations.

If you have been injured or someone you know has been killed in a motorcycle accident, call our Toledo, Ohio motorcycle accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book.

A Clyde, Ohio man was killed after his motorcycle crashed with a car Tuesday night.

Nicholas Darr was riding his motorcycle on State Rt. 101 when a car went left of center and collided with him.

Darr was thrown from his motorcycle. Authorities have not determined whether or not he was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a motorcycle accident, call our Toledo, Ohio motorcycle accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book.

A recent Fremont-area motorcycle crash left one person dead and another seriously injured.

Brian and Carrie Everett were riding their motorcycle when Brian, the driver, lost control. Both passengers on the bike were ejected.

Brian landed in the middle of the road and was killed when he was struck by a passing pickup truck.

Carrie was transported to the hospital with serious injuries.

Alcohol is believed to be a factor in the accident. Neither passenger on the motorcycle was wearing a helmet.

For motorcycle safety tips, visit our Fremont, Ohio motorcycle accident attorneys‘ website.

Andrew Meyers, a Swanton man involved in a motorcycle accident Tuesday night, remained in critical condition as of Wednesday morning as a result of injuries sustained in the accident.

Meyers was riding his motorcycle on North Reynolds Road on Tuesday evening when a car drove into his path. He swerved to avoid a collision with the car and lost control of his motorcycle.

He was then thrown from his bike and was struck by the vehicle he had initially swerved to avoid.

Police on the scene did not say whether or not Meyers was wearing a helmet.

The crash is still being investigated.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a motorcycle accident, call our Swanton, Ohio motorcycle injury lawyers for a free consultation at 800.637.8170.

Jerry Tyson, a 56-year-old man from Wayne, Ohio, is in serious condition at Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center after crashing his motorcycle Tuesday afternoon.

He was driving his motorcycle on Hancock County’s Cass Township Road when he failed to round a curve.

The bike went onto the stony berm and then into a ditch. Tyson was thrown to the ground; he was not wearing a helmet.

Here are some tips from our Findlay, Ohio motorcycle accident lawyers on how to dress safely for motorcycle rides:

• Wear a quality helmet and eye protection.
• Wear bright clothing and light-colored helmet.
• Wear leather or other thick, protective clothing.
• Choose long sleeves and pants, over-the-ankle boots and gloves.
• Remember-the only thing between you and the road is your clothing and protective gear.

It is devastating when our Toledo, Ohio motorcycle accident lawyers learn about someone who has been injured while riding a bike.

Take for instance the 27-year-old male resident of Collins, Ohio who was driving a 1987 Honda CBR600 just south of Kelley Road in Oxford Township early one morning last month when he failed to make a curve and drove off the right side of the road.

He overturned his vehicle and was ejected from the motorcycle. Both the driver and the vehicle fell to rest on the west side of the road. The rider was not wearing a helmet and was taken by life-flight helicopter to a local emergency room where he was put in critical condition. At this time, no citations have been issued and the crash is still under investigation.

Our Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book outlines what you should do in the event of a motorcycle accident. Request your free copy by visiting www.OhioMotorcycleAccidentBook.com

Motorcycle accidents can happen to even the safest rider.

Take for instance the accident that occured this past June, when a minor resident of Bowling Green was injured after being involved in a motorcycle accident in Webster Township.

The rider was driving a 2003 Honda XR650L and was traveling southbound near 19857 Anderson Rd. when it struck a dog that had run into the road. The driver of the motorcycle was wearing a safety helmet and was ejected from the vehicle. He was taken to the local hospital, where he was treated for his injuries.

If you have been injured in an accident, contact our Ohio motorcycle accident lawyers today for a free consultation and complimentary copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book.

Our Toledo, Ohio motorcycle accident lawyers handle cases involving serious motorcycle injuries on a regular basis.

We are always sad to hear about tragic accidents that result in the loss of a life. Take for instance the 41-year-woman from Holland, Ohio who was killed when the motorcycle she was riding with her husband struck a car near the Central Avenue interchange to I-475 in Sylvania Township this year. Her husband was driving the motorcycle and was seriously hurt and taken to Toledo Hospital.

The couple was traveling eastbound on Central Avenue approaching the interchange about 11:05 p.m. on a Friday, when the westbound car failed to yield to the motorcycle and attempted to enter the interchange. They collided in the intersection and both of the motorcycle passengers were thrown off the motorcycle. The driver of the car was not hurt and no citations were issued, as the crash remains under investigation.

If you or someone you love has been injured in an Ohio motorcycle accident, you need information. Request your free copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book to learn your rights.