[04-08-2022] Placer County, CA – One Person Killed, Another Seriously Injured in Motorcycle Crash in Roseville

One person died, and another was seriously injured in a crash in Roseville early Friday morning, April 8, 2022.

According to city officials, the crash occurred around 5:00 a.m. in the area of Sunrise Avenue and Francis Drive, which is located along Interstate 80.

Officials said one person died at the scene.

Another person involved in the accident was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

The cause of the motorcycle accident is unknown.

The names of those involved have not been disclosed.

Officials said the road would be closed for several hours following the fatal crash.

The crash remains under investigation.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Motorcyclists were killed at a rate of 5,286 per year in the United States in 2016. California has the most motorcycles registered in the United States.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle riders are 16 times more likely to be injured and 35 times more likely to be killed than automobile passengers.

It’s a pity that California doesn’t do more to accommodate motorcycles. California has the most motorcycles registered in the United States. The state of California has a total of about 800,000 motorcycles on its books. In 2017, there were 15,527 reported injuries and 541 fatalities in California motorcycle accidents.

Wearing a helmet can help you avoid serious head injuries. According to research, 37% of fatalities could have been avoided had the riders been wearing helmets. Despite this, the rest of their bodies could still be at risk.

Placer County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Victims’ families often face a financial burden and the psychological and emotional trauma of tens of thousands in medical bills and property damage caused by violent crime.

Wrongful death claims may be brought by the families of those killed in traffic accidents to receive compensation for their losses and damages. Legal fees are based on a lawyer’s knowledge of civil state law in their specialty area.

Contact Arash Law if you suspect that a member of your family was unlawfully killed or injured. We have the resources and expertise to get you the compensation you deserve when it comes to wrongful death claims.

Our Placer County motorcycle accident lawyers at Arash Law are here to help if you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident. We have secured millions of dollars in compensation for our clients because we always put them first. To schedule a free consultation, call us at (888) 488-1391 or send us an email.