[04-28-2022] Mariposa County, CA – 33-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in Fatal Crash Near Peg Leg Road

The 33-year-old motorcycle rider that was killed in a fatal traffic crash near Peg Leg Road has been identified.

The victim was identified as 33-year-old Dillon C. Dillon was ejected from his motorcycle after colliding with a Toyota. He sustained fatal injuries from the impact and died at the scene.

No arrests have been made at the moment but authorities believe that drugs and alcohol were not factors in the crash.

Local authorities are still investigating the case.

The California Highway Patrol is investigating a crash that killed a motorcyclist in Mariposa County Thursday, April 28, 2022.

It happened around 2:40 p.m. on Highway 49 near Peg Leg Road.

According to investigators, the 33-year-old motorcycle rider was allegedly passing vehicles at a high rate of speed on northbound Highway 49 when he collided with a Toyota that was preparing to make a left turn on a private road.

The rider was thrown from the bike after colliding with the right side of the car.

He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The CHP has not yet disclosed his name but confirmed that he was from Oakhurst.

According to officers, drugs or alcohol are not believed to have played a role in the crash.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Accidents involving motorcycles are particularly tragic because the rider faces a greater risk of injury or death than the other driver. Because of their increased sensitivity to collisions, motorcycle riders are more likely to suffer catastrophic and fatal injuries than other road users.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists are 16 times more likely to be injured or killed in an accident than passengers in enclosed vehicles.

Motorcycles are involved in 11 percent of all U.S. traffic accidents. Over the course of the year, the U.S. saw nearly 5,000 fatalities and 82,000 injuries caused by motorcycles.

A helmet has been proven to save lives by protecting riders from life-threatening injuries and keeping them safe and sound. According to the Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), nearly half of all motorcycle deaths can be prevented by wearing a helmet.

The area below the collarbone serves as a means of protecting your head, which means that a severe bodily injury can be just as crucial as a head injury. Several motorcycle safety devices can help you avoid major injuries.

Mariposa County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Arash Law will represent the family of a deceased motorcyclist in a wrongful death case. Motorcycle deaths are frequently covered by wrongful death laws in California. It is your right to be reimbursed for the costs of medical care and burial, as well as for the loss of income and the mental anguish caused by the death of a spouse.

Unfortunately, it is highly unlikely that the death of your loved one was due to an accident that they were responsible for. No amount of money can replace the loss of a loved one, but the compensation you receive from a wrongful death lawsuit can help those left behind make ends meet.

Our Mariposa County motorcycle accident lawyers at Arash Law can help you pursue compensation for your injuries. Any questions or concerns you may have following a fatal motorcycle accident can be addressed by contacting our firm.

We don’t charge anything for our consultations. If we are unable to secure the compensation you deserve, you will not be obligated to pay. To speak with one of our lawyers, call (888) 488-1391.