Noah Patsfall Killed in Cincinnati Scooter Crash on Erie
The 26-year-old Vespa rider died after a Corvette turned left into his path at Erie and Pinecrest
Noah Patsfall, 26, was killed in a motorcycle accident on Erie near Pinecrest in Cincinnati, Ohio, on Friday, according to police.
The crash occurred around 10 a.m. when an 80-year-old man driving a Corvette attempted to turn left in front of the oncoming Vespa scooter. The rider was ejected and struck the car.
Patsfall, who was wearing a helmet, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The Corvette driver was not injured.
Investigators determined the driver of the car was at fault for the collision. Speed and impairment are not considered factors, and authorities have not announced if criminal charges will be filed.
Why did the Corvette turn into oncoming traffic on Erie?
For families facing the sudden loss of a loved one in a motorcycle collision, understanding the investigative findings is a critical first step. "However, in cases where another motorist or entity’s negligence results in another person’s death, surviving family members are entitled to a wrongful death lawsuit following the loss of their loved one," said Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal.
What legal options exist when a driver is found at fault in Cincinnati?
Left-turn collisions frequently occur when drivers fail to accurately judge the speed and distance of an approaching rider. "Motorcycle accident victims who are injured at the expense of a negligent motorist are subject to a personal injury lawsuit, where they may receive compensation for damages," said Stefano Formica, Of Bond Legal"However, in cases where another motorist or entity’s negligence results in another person’s death, surviving family members are entitled to a wrongful death lawsuit following the loss of their loved one."
Individuals and families affected by motorcycle collisions often consult an independent personal injury attorney to explore their legal options and rights.
Ohio wrongful death statute
Under Ohio Rev. Code § 2125.01, surviving family members may file a wrongful death action. Ohio applies modified comparative fault (51% bar). The statute of limitations is 2 years.
Recoverable damages may include loss of financial support, loss of services and companionship, funeral expenses, and the estate's losses.