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Joseph Feser killed in north Bismarck motorcycle accident

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Saturday evening collision happened along N. Fourth Street

BISMARCK, ND, (August 17, 2024) - A young man from Bismarck lost his life when his motorcycle collided with the side of an SUV on Saturday evening in north Bismarck. 

Police LightsJoseph Feser lost his life on Saturday evening in a motorcycle accident along N. Fourth Street is north Bismarck.

According to the Bismarck Police, the incident occurred around 7:45 p.m. when 21-year-old Joseph Feser was riding behind an SUV driven by an 83-year-old man on N. Fourth Street. Feser reportedly tried to pass the SUV as it turned left into a parking lot for an apartment building. 

Witnesses observed the collision between Feser and the driver's side of the SUV, which resulted in Feser's death at the scene.

The SUV driver and his passenger were unharmed in the crash. 

The investigation is ongoing by the BPD.

MOTORCYCLE CRASH INVESTIGATION 

This accident underscores the dangers that motorcyclists face on our roadways each day. According to the most recent data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration National Center for Statistics and Analysis, there were 5,636 motorcycle fatalities in 2021 — the highest number ever recorded. 

Candice Bond, an experienced motorcycle accident attorney, said in such cases, it is imperative to preserve evidence through an independent probe.

“In addition to a police report, an attorney will carefully review what may have contributed to the crash,” said Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal. “Your lawyer has the resources to hire expert witnesses, conduct drivers’ background checks, locate witnesses to the crash and review applicable insurance coverage. Serving as an advocate, an attorney can help compassionately guide the heartbroken family of a victim during this difficult time, protecting their legal rights while ensuring that a driver is held accountable after disobeying traffic laws.”

WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM 

Pending the investigation, the family of Joseph Feser may pursue a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this.

“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal. 

“We understand just what families must go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected."


Newsline's national legal analysts Candice Bond and Stefano Formica are experienced in motorcycle accidents, and if you or a family member need help they are available for a free consultation to guide you

(Candice Bond, Managing Partner, and Stefano Formica, Of Counsel, at Bond Legal, are the national legal analysts for Newsline. Newsline can and does use quotes from prior interviews with our analysts for our news articles. If you would like to contact Bond Legal to help you, please call 866-985-6515 or use the submission box found on this page. Legal analysts quoted may or may not be licensed in your state).

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The staff of Newsline would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to Joseph Feser and family

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