[02-09-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Killed, Another Injured After a Motorcycle Crash in Vermont Square

One person was killed while another was injured following a motorcycle crash in Vermont Square on Wednesday evening, February 9, 2022.

The accident happened in the 4240 block of South Figueroa Street near Harbor (110) Freeway at approximately 4:00 p.m.

A motorcycle and another vehicle collided on the roadway for unclear reasons. How the accident occurred and why it happened have not been established.

One person was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, another person was rushed to an area hospital for treatment. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Motorcycle Crash Statistics

Motorcycle accidents almost always cause more harm to the motorcycle rider than the other parties involved. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics, motorcycle riders have 16 times the risk of injury and 35 times the risk of a fatal crash compared to car passengers.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that there were approximately 5,286 motorcyclists deaths in the United States in 2016.

Because of California’s long freeways and stunning scenery, motorcycle riders flock to Southern California. As a result, California has over 800,000 officially registered motorcycles.

The weather in Los Angeles is perfect for riding a motorcycle. As a result of Los Angeles’ tropical environment, riders never have to worry about inclement weather. Motorcyclists can normally ride throughout the year without much precipitation, such as snow or ice.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 1,275 people died in collisions involving motorcycles in Los Angeles County between 2014 and 2018.

Los Angeles County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers for Victims

When motorcycle accidents do occur, motorcycle riders sustain far more serious injuries than the occupants of passenger vehicles do.

Suppose you have lost a loved one in a deadly motorcycle accident. In that case, you must practice your rights as a victim and file a wrongful death claim with the help of an experienced Los Angeles motorcycle accident lawyer.

A wrongful death claim can help you receive compensation for the damages you’ve accrued in the deadly crash. Through the wrongful death claim, the victim’s family can receive compensation for the medical bills, funeral expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering they’ve endured because of the crash.

Only a Los Angeles motorcycle accident attorney from Arash Law can give you a fair valuation of your claim is worth. Remember, the insurance company is not on your side. They will try to lowball you and pay as little as possible.

Call (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation. We are a motorcycle accident law firm, and we know how to fight for you.