[03-06-2022] Calaveras County, CA – One Person Killed After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Highway 4

[03-06-2022] One Person Killed After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Highway 4One unidentified person was killed following a deadly motorcycle crash in Murphys on Sunday, March 6, 2022.

According to the initial reports from the California Highway Patrol, the accident occurred on Highway 4 in Murphys.

A motorcycle collided with an unspecified vehicle during a CHP chase. The circumstances leading up to the crash have not been established.

Due to the severity of the impact, the rider was ejected from his motorcycle. The rider was fatally injured in the crash and was pronounced dead at the scene.

No other injuries were reported. Additional information about the crash is unavailable at the moment. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

An active investigation of the case is currently underway.

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Fatal Motorcycle Crash Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists account for 11% of all traffic accidents in the United States. In 2018, there were 82,000 motorbike injuries and 4,985 motorcycle deaths.

This number is not surprising given that motorcyclists are 16 times more likely than passengers in enclosed cars to be injured or killed in a car accident.

Helmets are useful in preventing serious head injuries. Helmets were proven to be 37% effective in preventing motorcycle fatalities. However, the rest of their bodies may still be vulnerable.

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

Motorcycle Accident Lawyers for Victims in Calaveras County

Following the terrible death of a family member in a motorcycle accident, moving forward may seem difficult. The victim’s family is unsure what to do next most of the time.

Following a tragic motorcycle accident, the victim’s family is advised to speak with a Calaveras County motorcycle accident lawyer who specializes in wrongful death lawsuits to get the process started.

A claim can help you find closure for your family and compensation for your losses. Our Arash Law team members would want to express their heartfelt condolences to individuals who have lost a family member or spouse due to negligence. We’re here to assist you in maximizing the value of your California wrongful death lawsuit.

Please contact our Arash Law attorneys for a free introductory consultation to learn more about our practice. Contact us by email or phone at (888) 488-1391.

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