[01-19-2022] Sacramento County, CA – One Person Killed After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Florin Road and Munson Way

An unidentified man was killed following a deadly motorcycle crash in Munson Way on Wednesday evening, January 19, 2022.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the accident took place on Florin Road and Munson Way at around 6:20 p.m.

A motorcycle and an unspecified vehicle collided on the roadway for unclear reasons. The circumstances leading up to the crash have not been established.

The motorcycle rider was seriously hurt in the crash. Unfortunately, he later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Another person riding the motorcycle was taken to an area hospital. Their condition and identity have not been disclosed.

The driver that struck the motorcyclist remained at the scene and willingly cooperated with authorities. An active investigation of the case is currently underway.

Fatal Motorcycle Crash Statistics

Motorcycle riders are undeniably among the most vulnerable road users. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle riders are 16 times more likely to be injured and 35 times more likely to be killed in a crash than automobile passengers.

Motorcycle accidents, unfortunately, can have devastating and even lethal effects. There were 5,286 motorcycle fatalities in the United States in 2016.

According to the California Department of Motor Vehicles, 33,385 motorbikes were registered in Sacramento County in 2016, out of a total of 1,388,524 in the state. As a result, it is no surprise that motorcycle accidents are widespread in Sacramento. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, around 500 motorcycle accidents in Sacramento alone in 2017.

Distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving, and failing to obey traffic laws are common causes of motorcycle accidents.

Sacramento County Accident Lawyers for Victims of Fatal Motorcycle Crashes

After a deadly motorcycle accident, the victim’s family may be heartbroken and confused. Insurance firms may try to trick them into settling for a claim that is less than the full amount they are entitled to.

Because most insurance firms want to pay out as soon as possible, they typically lowball victims into settling for a smaller claim. An attorney can prevent you from being duped by insurance providers.

Arash Law’s Sacramento County accident attorneys will explain all of your legal options, perform a detailed investigation of the accident, and, if necessary, challenge the findings of the police report. In addition to evaluating driver blame, road conditions and safety equipment may be assessed.

Call (888) 488-1391 to schedule your free consultation anywhere in California. We have offices in San Diego, San Francisco, and Riverside, and our headquarters in Los Angeles.