[02-28-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – Motorcycle Crash in Norwalk Results in One Death

A 77-year-old man identified as Wayne H. was killed following a deadly motorcycle mishap in Norwalk on Monday evening, February 28, 2022.

The fatal crash happened on Firestone Boulevard, just west of Studebaker Road in Norwalk, at approximately 6:22 p.m.

The 77-year-old man was traveling eastbound on Firestone Boulevard in his motorcycle when he made a U-turn and crashed into a westbound vehicle.

Unfortunately, the 77-year-old man was killed in the crash. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the other driver was uninjured in the mishap.

Information about the collision is limited at the moment. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

Local authorities are actively investigating the case.

Fatal Motorcycle Crash Statistics

There’s no denying that riding a motorcycle offers advantages. Some individuals prefer riding motorcycles because they are inexpensive, enjoyable, and require less parking space. Unfortunately, riding a motorcycle carries its own set of dangers.

Did you know that motorcycle rider are 16 times more likely than vehicle passengers to be hurt and 35 times more likely to die in a crash?

According to the National Center for Statistics and Analysis of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 5,286 individuals died while riding motorbikes in the United States in 2016.

Los Angeles also has an ideal climate for motorcycle riding. We enjoy sunshine all year long, and our temperate climate means riders don’t face seasonal weather challenges. Without much rain, snow, or ice, motorcyclists can usually ride all year long.

Unfortunately, this means that there are a lot of motorcycles on the road all year long. According to the California Office of Traffic Safety, approximately 3,791 motorcycle injuries and fatalities in Los Angeles in 2019 alone.

Los Angeles County Motorcycle Accident Lawyer for Victims

There are multiple reasons to employ a motorcycle accident lawyer in Los Angeles. Even if you believe you can deal with the insurance provider, there are numerous legal problems at stake that can quickly put you in over your head. Insurance companies are aware of this.

Insurance companies want people to try to bargain with them about their claims. The insurance company can then intervene with professional claims adjusters and armies of corporate lawyers to deny your legal right to compensation for your injuries.

The insurance company for the other motorist may claim that you were partially to blame for the accident and attempt to limit your payout appropriately. They may even say that you were fully to blame and refute your claim outright. This can be avoided by hiring a Los Angeles motorcycle accident attorney. Experienced attorneys understand how to establish liability in motorcycle accident situations.

Arash Law’s Los Angeles County accident lawyers will explain all of your legal options, conduct a thorough investigation of the accident, and, if necessary, contest the police report’s findings. Road conditions and safety equipment may be evaluated in addition to driver culpability. For a free introductory consultation, please contact our Arash Law attorneys. Contact us online or by phone at (888) 488-1391.