[04-15-2023] Kern County, CA – Two Teens Hospitalized After Motorcycle Crash in SE Bakersfield

Two teenagers were hospitalized after a motorcycle crash in Southeast Bakersfield on Saturday evening, April 15, 2023.

According to the Bakersfield Police Department, the crash occurred at approximately 8:00 p.m. in the 1800 block of Madison Street close to Watts Drive.

The juvenile riders sustained minor to moderate injuries and were transported to a nearby hospital.

Both of them were found at the scene without their headlights turned on, but the cause of their crash is still undetermined.

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If a motorcyclist is hurt in California, the rider should consult a lawyer immediately. You may be able to file a claim for personal injury or wrongful death if you or a loved one were injured due to another person’s negligence. Before submitting a claim, please speak with one of our highly regarded lawyers.

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What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

In the wake of your motorcycle accident, you likely have many concerns. No matter the circumstances, you have the right to consult an attorney regarding your injuries and property damage. The sooner you consult with an attorney, the better.

• Stay calm, and do not admit fault.
• If you can, pull over to the side of the road or another safe area to wait for the police.
• Check yourself for injuries before checking with others.
• Do not try to settle your case with the driver. It is essential to report your accident to the police so that there will be an official record.
• Collect information like the other driver’s name and insurer.
• Take photos of your motorcycle, the other driver’s car, the roadway, your injuries, and other relevant factors.
• Go to the hospital as soon as possible after an accident.
• Create a folder with all accident-related documents and information.
• Contact a renowned California motorcycle accident lawyer.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to the National Safety Council, motorcycle accidents caused 14% of all traffic fatalities, 18% of all occupant deaths, and 4% of all occupant injuries in 2020. Motorcycle riders comprised less than 3% of all drivers and less than 0.6% of all vehicle kilometers. More survivors might have been saved in 6% of the incidents if helmets had been worn.

Motorcycle traffic increased by 23% per 100,000,000 kilometers between 2019 and 2020, while fatalities rose by 11%. Only 10% more people died over the course of the decade, but the death rate rose by 20%. The number of fatalities per 100,000,000 kilometers traveled has risen to 5,579 in recent years.

More than 785,000 motorcycles had been officially registered in California by 2020. It was one of the two states with the most fatalities for motorcycle riders, with more than 500 fatalities each year.