[04-23-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Teenager Injured After Collision Between Off-Road Motorcycle and Vehicle in Baldwin Park

A teenager has been injured following an off-road motorcycle and vehicle collision in Baldwin Park, Los Angeles County, on Sunday afternoon, April 23, 2023.

The Baldwin Park Police Department and Los Angeles County Fire Department reported that on the junction of Sandstone Street and Stewart Avenue, at around 4:00 p.m., an off-road motorcycle and a vehicle collided.

The teenager was taken to LAC+USC Medical Center for head pain and injuries. No other injuries were reported. The authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the parties involved.

The cause of the collision and the involvement of alcohol or drugs are still unknown.

Trusted Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Los Angeles County

Many people have a hard time recovering from a motorcycle accident. Long-term injuries may incur medical costs in the tens of thousands of dollars. If you accept a settlement offer from an insurance company without consulting a lawyer first, you may be receiving unjust compensation.

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What to Do Following a Motorcycle Accident

A motorcycle accident cannot be predicted, but you can be ready for one. After a collision, a vehicle accident checklist can help you remain composed. It will help you protect your rights and know what to do.

A handy online form on this page will help us prepare to investigate your claim in your free consultation with our legal expert. You may refer to this guide:

• Remain calm and stay focused.
• Make sure that you are safe, then check on other people.
• Get medical attention immediately.
• Contact the police after the collision as soon as possible and ask for an accident report.
• Keep a detailed record of everything, including your injuries, the weather, the road conditions, and the car involved.
• Gather the names and contact information of all possible witnesses.
• Keep a record of your injuries and the healing process. Describe how you’re feeling, the treatments you’re receiving, and the cost.
• Before speaking with a lawyer, do not negotiate with an insurance company or accept a settlement offer.
• Contact your insurance company.
• Refrain from sharing anything concerning accidents or how they happened on social media.
• Consult an experienced California motorcycle accident lawyer immediately.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

In 2021, the National Safety Council reported that even though motorcycles only account for 3% of all registered vehicles and 0.6% of all vehicle miles traveled in the United States, they were responsible for 14% of all traffic fatalities, 17% of all occupant fatalities, and 3% of all occupant injuries. Motorcycle fatalities is directly influenced by proper helmet usage.

From 2020 to 2021, there was an 8% increase in motorcycle-related deaths even though the rate per 100 million miles traveled went down by 2%. In the past ten years, fatalities have increased by 19%, and the death rates went up by 29%.

Following traffic laws, maintaining a safe distance, and careful driving can be life-saving.