Investigation Underway After Motorcycle and White Delivery Van Involved in Collision Near Renfro Road and Greatest Place
BAKERSFIELD, CALIFORNIA (November 30, 2025) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a Bakersfield car accident with a delivery van near the intersection of Renfro Road and Greatest Place.
Kern County officials are saying that the accident took place around 3:00 PM on Tuesday. A 56-year-old man was operating a white van when he attempted to make a left turn onto Renfro Road.
However, he turned directly into the path of a cyclist who was unable to avoid the collision. Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision to help the victim.
He was transported to Kern Medical with serious injuries.
A full investigation into the cause of the accident remains ongoing at this time.
Liability for Kern County Motorcycle Accidents
Every driver in California must use caution to avoid colliding with motorcyclists and other vehicles in the roadway. They must be particularly careful when making left turns. Pursuant to CA Veh Code § 21801, the driver of any vehicle intending to turn left or complete a U-turn in the roadway must first yield the right-of-way to any driver traveling from the opposite direction that is close enough to pose a hazard. Many different factors could contribute to a left-turn collision.
- A driver may have failed to check their blind spots before initiating a turn on the roadway.
- A driver may have miscalculated the speed of oncoming vehicles.
- A driver may have been impaired due to their use of drugs or alcohol.
- A driver may have focused on pedestrian traffic and failed to scan for oncoming vehicles.
If a driver turns into the path of an oncoming vehicle, they will typically be held at fault in the event of a collision. It is also possible that several other parties could face liability for a car accident in addition to any responsible driver. In particular, the company that owned or operated a delivery van may be liable. Business owners can be vicariously liable for the wrongful actions of their workers who were performing their job duties or otherwise advancing the interests of their employer.
Common Injuries Associated with Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists lack the protection of enclosed vehicles and are far more likely to be seriously injured or killed in the event of a car accident. According to the National Safety Council, “Although motorcycles make up only 3% of all registered vehicles and 0.6% of all vehicle miles traveled in the United States, motorcyclists accounted for 15.5% of all traffic fatalities and 3.4% of all injuries in 2023.” Victims of motorcycle accidents tend to suffer very serious injuries.
- Broken bones
- Spinal cord injuries
- Organ damage
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Severe abrasions
- Blunt force trauma
Even if a person’s physical injuries completely heal following a motorcycle accident, they are often left with long-term psychological trauma. This is particularly common if a victim feels as though their life was in danger prior to a crash. Unfortunately, insurance companies are simply not interested in fairly compensating the victims of motorcycle accidents. This is why it is so important for accident victims to seek the guidance of an experienced motorcycle accident attorney.
Investigating Kern County Motorcycle Accidents
We at Samer Habbas & Associates extend our best wishes to the person injured in this Kern County delivery van accident. Any person who may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police. There needs to be a thorough investigation into what went wrong. What is the safety record of this delivery van operator? Does this intersection have a history of collisions?
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Bakersfield motorcycle accident? You may be entitled to financial compensation. Our team of personal injury attorneys is here to help in any way that we can. We care deeply that accident victims get the justice and support that they need to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at 949-727-9300.
