Accident

What to do after a motorcycle accident

By Matthew A. Garcia 5 months ago
Augusta Free Press

Published Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, 12:04 pm

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With spring around the corner in many parts of the United States, the temptation to hit the road for many motorcycle owners will soon be overwhelming. Of course, in southern parts of the country motorcycle season is not limited by the weather, which offers opportunities for great biking and unfortunately some safety risks year round. While you should plan to never be in a motorcycle accident, it’s important to know what to do if it ever happens to you so that you don’t panic and do something to hurt your case in the heat of the moment.

That said, if you have the good fortune

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Arnold Schwarzenegger involved in vehicle accident in Los Angeles

By Matthew A. Garcia 5 months ago

Actor and former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger was involved in a vehicle crash Friday evening in Los Angeles, his representative confirmed.

The four-vehicle accident happened about 4:35 p.m. at Sunset Boulevard and Allenford Avenue on the city’s west side, the Los Angeles Police Department said.

Photos from the scene provided to NBC News by TMZ appear to show a GMC Yukon, believed to be Schwarzenegger’s SUV, partially on top of a red Toyota Prius.

The pictures show Schwarzenegger and his friend, fitness personality Jake Steinfeld, at the scene after the crash.

A representative for Schwarzenegger confirmed his involvement and added that the actor’s main concern is “for the woman from the other vehicle.”

One woman was taken to the hospital with “an abrasion to her head.” No other injuries were reported.

“Neither alcohol or drugs are suspected as a factor in this collision,” the Police Department said. All people involved

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Jasmine Recalls Painful Injury From Past Motorcycle Accident

By Matthew A. Garcia 6 months ago

Jasmine Pineda shared photos from her scary motorcycle accident she had before meeting American boyfriend Gino Pallazolo from 90 Day Fiancé.

90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days star Jasmine Pineda revealed photos of a terrible motorcycle accident that has left her with a painful mouth injury and a broken arm. Panamanian beauty Jasmine has become an expert at both winning hearts and enraging fans since her 90 Day Fiancé debut. She currently is trying to impress Gino by being the “crazy” girlfriend that she is. But Gino seems to be peeling off layers of Jasmine’s personality to only find out that she is materialistic and has severe temper tantrums. However, the Jasmine fans know via Instagram is not the one they see on TV.

While Jasmine comes across as controlling and insecure on 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days, her social media exposes her fun

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Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr. suffers minor injuries in motorcycle accident in Dominican Republic, per report

By Matthew A. Garcia 7 months ago
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San Diego Padres star shortstop Fernando Tatis suffered “minor scrapes” in an accident on Sunday in his native Dominican Republic, according to Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune. According to Dominican reporter Baudilio Jiménez, Tatis was driving a motorcycle at the time of the accident and was treated at a nearby medical center. By Tuesday, Tatis was said to have resumed normal activities. Because of the ongoing owner lockout, the Padres are not able to comment on the status of MLB players. 

Tatis, 22, is coming off a 2021 season in which he batted .282/.360/.611 (166 OPS+) with an NL-leading 42 home runs and 25 stolen bases in 130 games for the Padres. 

For those efforts, Tatis finished third in the NL MVP balloting behind Juan Soto of the Nationals and winner Bryce Harper of the Phillies. Tatis across parts of three MLB

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