[01-15-2022] Stanislaus County, CA – Motorcycle Crash in Modesto Results in One Death

One unidentified person was killed after a fatal motorcycle crash in the Modesto intersection on Saturday afternoon, January 15, 2022.

The accident happened at the intersection of McHenry Avenue and Rumble Road in Modesto at approximately 1:00 p.m.

A southbound Buick was traveling on McHenry Avenue and was attempting to pull into a parking lot when a motorcycle suddenly crashed into the front left side of the vehicle.

Due to the severity of the impact, the rider was ejected 30 feet in the air and landed on the roadway. Meanwhile, the Buick spun out of control before crashing into a traffic sign.

The motorcycle rider was fatally injured in the crash. Unfortunately, he was unable to survive his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Buick driver remained at the scene and willingly cooperated with authorities. They were uninjured in the crash.

An active investigation of the case is currently underway.

Fatal Motorcycle Crash Statistics

Motorcyclists are 35 times more likely than four-wheeled automobile drivers to die in an accident. While only 20% of car accidents result in injury or death, an astounding 80% of motorbike accidents do.

Motorcycle accidents can often have severe, even fatal, consequences. In 2016, around 5,286 motorcyclists were killed in the United States.

Riders face more than just injuries; they might also endure costly property damage and severe emotional trauma.

Unfortunately, California is not exactly a motorbike rider’s paradise. With over 800,000 registered motorcycles, California has the highest number of registered motorcycles. In 2017, there were 16,505 motorcycle incidents on California roads, resulting in 15,527 injuries and 541 fatalities.

Motorcycle riders are urged to dress appropriately and always wear a helmet when riding their motorcycles to avoid fatal injuries. According to a study, wearing a helmet is 37% efficient in preventing motorcycle fatalities.

Motorcycle Accident Lawyers for Victims in Stanislaus County

Following a tragic motorcycle accident, the victim’s family may be overwhelmed with emotion and confusion. Insurance firms may try to trick them into settling for a claim less than what they are entitled to.

Because most insurance firms want to pay out as fast as possible, they generally provide minimal support to victims. An attorney can prevent you from being duped by these insurance providers.

An attorney will explain all of your legal alternatives, conduct a thorough investigation of the accident, and, if necessary, challenge the police report’s findings. In addition to detecting driving errors, road conditions and safety equipment may be assessed.

Arash Law’s Stanislaus County fatal motorcycle accident lawyers will evaluate the details of the accident and provide an expert opinion on whether a wrongful death case should be pursued. For a free introductory consultation, please get in touch with Arash Law. Contact us online or at (888) 488-1391.