Fresno County, CA — A motorcycle accident in Fresno County shocked the community Thursday night between Tranquillity and San Joaquin. A woman was killed and a man was hospitalized in critical condition after their motorcycle collided with a farming tractor at the intersection of Colorado Road and Sumner Avenue.
Accident Details
According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the couple rode their motorcycle around 9:00 p.m. when they attempted to pass a tractor hauling a tank. The motorcycle driver veered onto the shoulder to pass, but crashed into the tractor’s rear.
- The woman died at the scene
- The driver was airlifted to the hospital in critical condition
- The tractor operator was unharmed
- Drugs or alcohol are not suspected as contributing factors
Your Rights Under California Law
At Motorcyclist Attorney, we understand that motorcyclists have specific rights under state law, and we ensure that those rights are respected.
The following laws may apply in this case:
- California Vehicle Code §21755 – Regulates when and how passing on the right is legal. Unsafe maneuvers may result in shared liability.
- Vehicle Code §21804 – Requires any driver entering or crossing a public road from a secondary or private road to yield the right-of-way.
- Civil Code §1714 – Establishes that every person is responsible for harm caused by their negligence, including tractor operators or agricultural companies.
- Code of Civil Procedure §377.60 – Allows surviving family members to file a wrongful death claim when a loved one dies due to negligence.
Our team thoroughly investigates whether there was:
✅ Lack of proper signage
✅ Unsafe maneuvering by the tractor
✅ Hazardous road conditions
✅ Shared negligence that could reduce or eliminate liability
At Motorcyclist Attorney, We Fight for Riders
Whether you were the driver or a passenger, your rights matter. In every case, we:
- Fight for maximum compensation for injuries, pain, and suffering
- Help cover medical costs, lost wages, and rehabilitation
- Represent families in wrongful death claims after preventable crashes
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