[05-13-2023] San Mateo County, CA – 58-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed Following Two-Vehicle Collision on Skyline Boulevard

A 58-year-old motorcyclist was killed following a two-vehicle collision on Skyline Boulevard, San Mateo County, on Saturday morning, May 13, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal collision happened around 9:30 a.m. along SR-35.

A motorcyclist named Eric H. was riding his Harley Davidson and attempted to go past a Toyota 4Runner, which was exiting the driveway.

Hull collided with the Toyota driver, veered off, and struck a tree. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The authorities are currently investigating further into the fatal collision.

Reliable Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in San Mateo County

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What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

There’s a lot to consider after a motorcycle accident. If you have suffered an injury or property damage, a lawyer can help. You should talk to a lawyer as soon as possible.

• 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.
• Get to the hospital as soon as possible after an accident.
• Create a folder with all accident-related documents and information.
• Contact a trustworthy California motorcycle accident lawyer.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

In 2020, according to the National Safety Council, motorcyclists were responsible for 14% of traffic fatalities, 18% of occupant deaths, and 4% of occupant injuries. Motorcyclists make up less than 3% of licensed drivers, and their share of total vehicle miles driven is less than 0.6%. If helmets had been worn, 6% of accidents could have been avoided.

Motorcycle traffic increased by 23% per 100,000,000 kilometers between 2019 and 2020, while fatalities rose by 11%. Over the decade, only 10% more people died, but the mortality rate increased by 20%. In recent years, the fatality rate per 100,000,000 kilometers traveled has grown to 5,579.

California had more than 785 thousand motorcycles with official registrations in 2020. It is one of the two most dangerous states for motorcyclists, with more than 500 deaths yearly.