[03-30-2023] San Mateo County, CA – Motorcycle vs. Vehicle Crash in Foster City Seriously Injured One Person

One motorcycle rider was seriously injured after a collision with a vehicle in Foster City on Thursday afternoon, March 30, 2023.

The California Highway Patrol reported that the crash occurred around 3:51 p.m. on State Route 92 west of the Foster City Boulevard off-ramp.

According to the official report, a fully-dressed motorcyclist rear-ended a silver Nissan Rogue for reasons still under investigation.

When firefighters and paramedics arrived on the site, they discovered the rider suffering from severe wounds but still breathing and awake.

The patient was brought to a hospital in an unknown condition. No updates were available on the motorist involved.

Officials are looking into the collision but have not yet determined what happened.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

In 2020, motorcycle accidents accounted for 14% of all road fatalities, 18% of occupant deaths, and 4% of occupant injuries, according to data provided by the National Safety Council. Less than 0.6% of all vehicle kilometers and 3% of all drivers were on motorcycles. If helmets had been used, many lives could have been spared.

From 2019 to 2020, there was a 23 percent rise for every 100,000,000 kilometers driven and an 11 percent increase in fatalities. Over a ten-year period, there was a 20% increase in the death rate and a 10% increase in the overall number of deaths. Recent years have seen a rise in the fatality rate to 5,579 per 100,000,000 kilometers traveled.

In 2020, more than 785 thousand motorcycles were registered in California. There were almost 500 fatalities annually, making it one of the two most dangerous states for motorcyclists in the entire country. The lack of a helmet was a factor in only 6% of these fatalities.

What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

It is imperative to call the police as soon as possible after a motorcycle accident. Avoid making assumptions and provide clear, detailed responses when speaking with police enforcement or an insurance company. If the victim apologizes despite being innocent, the insurance company may refuse to pay out the claim.

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Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in San Mateo County

If you or a loved one has been hurt or killed in a motorcycle accident in California, you should consult an attorney right once. You might be able to bring a claim for personal injury or wrongful death if you or a loved one were injured or killed due to another person’s negligence. Before submitting a claim, you should consult with one of our nationally acclaimed attorneys.

During your free consultation with one of our skilled lawyers, they will assess your case, lay out the actions that need to be taken, and discuss the variables that may affect the total amount of compensation you receive.

Our award-winning San Mateo County motorcycle accident attorneys at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience advocating for accident victims, with 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.