Pinellas Park, FL – Update: Maxwell Jenkins Dies in Motorcycle Accident on 49th St

Last updated Wednesday, December 21st, 2022

Pinellas Park, FL (May 3, 2022) – Officials have identified the motorcyclist who was killed following a two-vehicle crash in Pinellas Park on Monday morning, May 2.

It was reported that 38-year-old Maxwell Jenkins of Clearwater was headed southbound on 49th Street. It was at that time that 44-year-old Maria Maldonado Hernandez of Pinellas Park made a left turn at 126th Avenue and hit the motorcyclist. Jenkins was thrown from the bike.

The rider suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Hernandez and her two passengers were injured in the crash and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

An ongoing investigation into the deadly accident is underway.

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Maxwell Jenkins at this time.

Deadly Motorcycle Crashes in Florida

Motorists frequently fail to notice motorcycles, resulting in fatal collisions. According to the most recent data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately 80% of motorcycle accidents result in death or injury. Not only that, but motorcycle riders are 27 times more likely than car passengers to die in a crash. In 2016, 600 motorcycle deaths occurred in Florida, and 409 of these accidents involve another vehicle.

When a loved one dies as a result of someone else’s carelessness or negligence, it can be devastating. Unexpected expenses and other damages are common for the family of a deceased victim. Survivors’ family members frequently express frustration and helplessness. Their sense of betrayal is heightened by the fact that their financial situation is rapidly deteriorating. It’s understandable that surviving family members want to file a wrongful death claim with the help of a Pinellas Park motorcycle accident lawyer in order to hold those who caused their loved one’s death accountable.

Our main goal at Rebein Law is to help families get the most money possible for the losses they have suffered as a result of a fatal car accident. Our track record demonstrates that we can help our clients achieve their goals. Our legal knowledge and tenacity have resulted in favorable outcomes for our clients in even the most difficult cases following a fatal car accident. Thousands of people have benefited from our assistance in obtaining compensation following the death of a loved one. Cases involving wrongful death are among the most difficult to resolve. It can be beneficial to have an experienced Pinellas Park personal injury lawyer on your side.

If you have lost a loved one in a car accident, call Attorney Paul Rebein at 813-305-7285 to speak with a Pinellas Park wrongful death lawyer about your case.

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Disclaimer: The purpose of this post is to inform our readers about the dangers of driving and to provide information for people who are injured in an accident in Florida. This post is not a solicitation for business. None of the information provided is intended to be legal or medical advice. The photo used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene.