[05-05-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – One Person Hurt After a Motorcycle Crash in Lucerne Valley

An unidentified 75-year-old man was hurt following a motorcycle crash in Lucerne Valley on Thursday afternoon, May 5, 2022.

The accident happened at approximately 2:35 p.m. on Camp Rock Road and Rabbit Springs Road in Lucerne Valley.

The 75-year-old man was riding a Yamaha motorcycle when it collided with an oncoming semi-truck. The Yamaha rider was allegedly recklessly driving.

The motorcycle rider sustained a serious injury to his arm and was heavily bleeding. He was airlifted to Loma Linda Medical Center for treatment.
The semi-truck driver remained at the scene and willingly cooperated with authorities. He was uninjured in the mishap.

Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the crash.

Motorcycle Crash Statistics

Motorcyclists are especially vulnerable to crashes and risk life-threatening injuries or even death. Every day, motorcycle riders confront a variety of hazards, including road rash, traumatic tattoos, and brain damage, all of which are visible.

Most accidents result in injury or death because of a lack of protection, and the chance of a fatal accident is dozens of times greater than that of a car accident.

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 die in a traffic accident.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcycle fatalities increased by more than 129 percent between 1997 and 2006, rising from 2,028 in 1997 to 4,654 in 2006.

The weather and scenery in California are ideal for year-round motorcycle riding. California has approximately 800,000 motorcycles registered, resulting in nearly 20,000 incidents per year.

In 2017, there were 16,505 motorcycle incidents on California roads, resulting in 15,527 injuries and 541 deaths.

Distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving, and failing to respect traffic laws are common causes of motorcycle accidents.

Motorcycle Accident Lawyers for Victims in San Bernardino County

The extent of your injuries can significantly complicate motorcycle accident claims. The more serious the injuries, the bigger the damages – and the more contentious the claim may become as insurance companies and corporations compete to save money.

We know how to pursue a successful lawsuit against the guilty party, whether it is an individual, a firm, or both, to hold them accountable for the losses they caused.

Arash Law’s experienced San Bernardino County motorcycle accident attorney will collect evidence from the parties involved in the accident, law enforcement officers, your medical care providers, and other experts to help build your case and establish that the driver who injured you was negligent in causing your injuries.

Contact Arash Law today to schedule a free consultation and case evaluation with one of our California motorcycle accident attorneys. Our California motorcycle accident attorneys will send you a demand letter for your damages, ensuring that you receive the maximum amount of compensation that you are entitled to. Please call (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation.