Bexar County, TX — September 28, 2024, a motorcyclist was injured due to a car accident at approximately 2:30 a.m. along Nacogdoches Road.

According to authorities, a 25-year-old man was traveling on a southbound Suzuki motorcycle on Nacogdoches Road at the Village Square Lane intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, a collision took place between the motorcycle and a northbound Honda Pilot van as the van was attempting to make a left turn onto Village Square. The van had allegedly failed to yield the right-of-way while the motorcycle may have been traveling at high speeds.

The 25-year-old San Antonio man who had been on the motorcycle reportedly suffered serious injuries over the course of the accident and was transported to a local medical facility by EMS in order to receive immediate treatment.

Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identity of the victim—are not available at this point in time.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When a motorcyclist is seriously hurt in a left-turn crash, it often becomes a question of visibility or speed. But those surface-level factors rarely tell the whole story. The key lies in understanding not just what was seen or assumed—but what actually happened in those final seconds.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
Left-turn collisions are some of the most common and complex types of vehicle-motorcycle crashes. Did investigators determine how far the motorcycle was from the intersection when the Honda Pilot began turning? Were both vehicle paths reconstructed, and were speed estimates calculated using skid marks or impact damage? These details are critical—especially when right-of-way violations and potential speeding are both in play.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
While the focus is often on speed or visibility, it’s worth asking whether either vehicle failed to perform as expected. Did the Honda Pilot experience any steering or braking issues that delayed or compromised the turn? Did the motorcycle have a throttle or brake response problem? These questions can only be answered through proper mechanical inspections, and unless someone makes that a priority, those possibilities are often missed.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
Both the Honda Pilot and, depending on its model year, even the Suzuki motorcycle may contain useful onboard data. From the van, investigators could learn the exact speed, throttle input, and braking pattern leading up to the crash. If available, the motorcycle’s telemetry could also provide clues about whether the rider attempted to slow down, and how quickly the collision occurred. In urban environments like this, surveillance or traffic cameras may offer video that adds valuable context.

A serious crash involving a motorcycle and a turning vehicle isn’t just about who had the right-of-way—it’s about whether both vehicles did what they were supposed to. That clarity only comes when someone takes the time to gather every piece of the puzzle.

3 Key Takeaways:

• Left-turn crashes require careful reconstruction of vehicle timing, speed, and positioning.
• Mechanical inspections should rule out any brake, steering, or throttle malfunctions on either vehicle.
• Electronic data and surveillance footage are crucial to verify rider behavior and driver response.