[02-12-2023] Riverside County, CA – Motorcyclist Killed After Car Crash in Palm Springs

A motorcyclist was killed in a collision with a passenger van in Palm Springs, Riverside County, on Sunday afternoon, February 12, 2023.

The Palm Springs Fire Department reported that the fatal crash occurred at about 4:40 p.m. at the East Ramon Road and South Avenida Caballeros intersection.

The motorcycle rider was declared dead at the site, while the van driver was reportedly unharmed. It remained unclear if the passenger van had other occupants during the crash.

The circumstances leading to the deadly collision are still under investigation. No other information was released on whether speeding, alcohol, or drugs played a role.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

The National Safety Council reports that motorcycle riders were to blame for 14% of traffic fatalities in 2020, 18% of occupant deaths, and 4% of occupant injuries. Riders made up fewer than 3% of all licensed motorists and less than 0.6% of all vehicle miles driven. Fewer would have been injured or killed if helmets had been used.

Deaths rose 11% from 2019 to 2020, with a corresponding 23% rise in the death rate per 100,000,000 kilometers traveled. The death toll and death rate rose by about 20% and 27%, respectively, during the decade. The latest death toll figures are as follows: With a rate of 5,579 for every 100,000,000 kilometers traveled (a rate of 31.64).

About 785 thousand motorcycles called California home in the year 2020. With an annual death toll of almost 500 motorcyclists, it is one of the two deadliest states in the United States. About 6 percent of these fatalities can be attributed to the rider’s inability to afford proper head protection.

What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

If you’ve been in an automobile crash, contact the police right once. Answer questions truthfully and without making any assumptions about what happened. While the victim likely had little to do with the situation, they may nevertheless feel compelled to apologize. The insurance company might reject a claim based on such behavior.

Ask the appropriate authorities for a copy of the report. We can submit the request on your behalf using the convenient online form found on our website. We can start looking into your claim with this report. During your no-cost appointment, we’ll let you know if you stand a decent chance of winning your case.

Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Riverside County

Motorcycle accident victims and their families in California should not hesitate to speak with an attorney. If you or a loved one have been hurt or lost a life because of someone else’s carelessness, you may be eligible to file a personal injury or wrongful death claim. Ask one of our highly recognized attorneys anything you like about the claims process, and they will be happy to help you.

Our trusted and award-winning Riverside 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.