[01-11-2022] Mendocino County, CA – Motorcycle Crash in Ukiah Results in One Death

A man identified as Charles P. was killed following a deadly motorcycle crash in Ukiah on Tuesday evening, January 11, 2022.

The deadly motorcycle accident occurred on S. State Street near Beacon Lane in Ukiah at approximately 5:09 p.m.

A motorcyclist was traveling southbound on S. State Street when it collided with an SUV that was turning onto northbound State Street from a parking lot in El Molcajete.

Emergency personnel later arrived at the scene and found the motorcycle rider unconscious on the side of the roadway. Unfortunately, he was later pronounced dead at the scene.

The people inside the involved vehicle were evaluated on the scene. None of them were taken to an area hospital.

The Ukiah Police Department is further investigating the cause of the crash.

Fatal Motorcycle Crash Statistics

In 2012, there were an estimated 8.5 million motorbikes registered in the United States, according to the DOT. In addition to being a cheap alternative to automobiles, having a motorcycle has other advantages, including the fact that it’s more adaptable and easier to use.

There had been a steady decline in motorcycle deaths since the early 1980s, but the trend reversed in 1998, and they continued to rise until at least 2008.

Riding a motorcycle comes with its own set of risks. In 2016 alone, approximately 5,286 people were killed in motorcycle crashes.

The Golden State has one of the highest registered motorcycles in the country. There are around 800,000 motorcycles registered in the state of California. It is estimated that 15,527 people were injured, and 541 people died due to motorcycle accidents in California in 2017.

The most common causes of motorcycle accidents are speeding, intoxicated driving, reckless driving, inclement weather, wrong-way driving, and failing to respect traffic restrictions.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Attorneys for Victims in Mendocino County

A deadly motorbike accident might make it tough to go forward after losing a loved one. Families of victims are frequently puzzled as to the next course of action.

Those left behind by a fatal motorcycle accident should contact an attorney specializing in wrongful death cases to discuss their legal options.

Making a claim can help you hold the party accountable, bring your loved ones together, and compensate for your losses. Arash Law strongly feels those who have lost loved ones or spouses due to negligence. Your wrongful death claim in California is important to us, and we are here to help you get the most out of it.

Please contact our Mendocino County motorcycle accident lawyers at Arash Law to schedule a free initial consultation. You can reach us through our website or by calling (888) 488-1391.