[04-10-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Two People in Critical Condition After Long Beach Motorcycle vs. Car Collision

Two people were critically injured following a crash between a motorcycle and a vehicle in East Long Beach on Monday afternoon, April 10, 2023.

The Long Beach Police Department reported that the collision occurred at about 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of Redondo Avenue and 10th Street.

The responding officers arrived at the scene and located a male motorcycle rider and his female passenger suffering from serious wounds.

The two were taken by paramedics to a nearby hospital, where they are still in critical condition. No updates have been released yet.

There was no information available regarding the vehicle’s driver involved in the collision.

Redondo Avenue from 8th to 11th Streets and 10th Street from Coronado to Newport Avenues were shut down from traffic.

The investigation into the crash continues.

Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Los Angeles County

A California motorcyclist who has been injured in an accident should not hesitate to contact a lawyer. If you or a loved one were hurt or murdered because of someone else’s carelessness, you might be eligible to file a claim for personal injury or wrongful death. Please consult with one of our well-respected attorneys before submitting a claim.

One of our attorneys will assess your case, explain the next stages, and discuss any circumstances that may affect the settlement offer during this no-cost consultation.

Our trusted Los Angeles County motorcycle accident lawyers at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi Esq., have the recognition and vast experience to advocate for accident victims, with awarded compensation totaling $750 million as of yet.

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What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

If you or a loved one are in a motorcycle accident, dial 911 immediately. When making a police report or an insurance claim, it is important to be as specific as possible and not make any assumptions. Some victims may feel guilty about the situation even though they are innocent. If the victim does this, the insurance company can refuse payment. As a result, you shouldn’t behave like that.

Upon request, the appropriate authorities must provide you with a complete copy of the report. On this page, you’ll also find a brief online form that you can fill out. Before we can look into your claim, we need such information. During your first no-cost consultation with us, we guarantee our full focus and assistance.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

In 2020, motorcycle accidents accounted for 14% of all road fatalities, 18% of all occupant deaths, and 4% of all occupant injuries, according to the National Safety Council. Motorcyclists accounted for less than 3% of all drivers and less than 0.6% of all vehicle kilometers. Many lives would have been saved if helmets had been worn.

Motorcycle traffic increased by 23% per 100,000,000 kilometers between 2019 and 2020, and fatalities increased by 11%. While the total number of deaths increased by just 10% during the past decade, the death rate rose by 20%. The death rate per 100,000,000 kilometers traveled has risen to 5,579 in recent years.

In the year 2020, over 785 thousand motorcycles were registered in the Golden State. It was one of the two worst states for motorcyclists, with an annual death toll of over 500. In 6% of the incidents, survival rates would have been higher if the victims had been head-protected.