[01-17-2023] Fresno County, CA – Motorcyclist Sent to Hospital After Collision with Vehicle in Clovis

Authorities reported that a motorcyclist was sent to the hospital following a collision with a vehicle in Clovis on Tuesday morning, January 17, 2023.

According to the Clovis Police Department, the crash occurred at about 7:30 a.m. on Herndon Avenue at North Peach Avenue.

The motorcycle rider sustained minor injuries and was transported to Community Regional Medical Center. The victim’s current state is unknown.

The driver of the vehicle involved remained on the scene and their current condition is unclear. The authorities released no further details on their identification.

Herndon Avenue’s eastbound lanes between Peach and Villa avenues were shut down while Clovis Police investigated the circumstances leading to the crash.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

The National Safety Council estimates that in 2020, motorcyclists caused 14% of traffic fatalities, 18% of occupant deaths, and 4% of occupant injuries. Although only 3% fit this description, they were responsible for 0.6% of all vehicle miles traveled. If the victims had been wearing helmets, maybe fewer of them would have been killed in the terrible accidents that occurred.

In 2020, there were 2.333 more fatalities for every 100,000,000 kilometers traveled than there were in 2019. During this time span, both the number of deaths and the rate of deaths increased by almost 20%. 5.579 people have died for every 100,000 motorists (a rate of 31.64).

Approximately 785,000 motorcycles are currently operating in the Golden State. A disproportionate amount of traffic fatalities in the state are caused by riders. Only about 6 percent of these deaths, experts say, can be pinned on inattentive motorists.

What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

Call the police immediately if you or someone you know has been involved in a motorcycle crash. Respond to questions only with verified information; never speculate. Accident survivors still fresh from the accident may feel obligated to apologize for behavior they did not cause. Insurers will use this against you even if it personally doesn’t feel like an admission of guilt.

Contact the local authorities where the accident happened to get a copy of the police report. Also, you can have us send in the request for you by completing our online form. This document is essential to our starting work on your claim because of its details. Please get in touch with us if you would like a free, no-obligation assessment of the strength of your case.

Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Fresno County

California motorcyclists who have been hurt and think they have a case should not waste time before getting in touch with an attorney. If you or a loved one have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may file a claim for damages in court through a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit. One of our attorneys will answer any questions you have regarding your potential claims.

Our trusted and award-winning Fresno County motorcycle accident attorneys at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $500 million.

Contact (888) 488-1391 or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers.