[06-04-2022] Santa Barbara County, CA – One Person Injured After a Motorcycle Accident in Los Alamos

One unidentified person was seriously hurt following a motorcycle crash in Los Alamos on Saturday evening, June 4, 2022.

The accident transpired at approximately 6:00 p.m. near Bell and Waite Streets in Los Alamos.

A motorcycle rider and another vehicle collided on the roadway under unclear circumstances. How the accident occurred and why it happened have not been established.

The 27-year-old motorcycle rider was seriously injured in the mishap. He was airlifted via Calstar medical helicopter to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital to receive treatment.

The other driver remained at the scene and willingly cooperated with authorities. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

The California Highway Patrol is further investigating the case.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Motorcycle accidents are increasing at an alarming rate. In total, over 8.7 million motorcycles were registered in 2017. In 2019, 5,014 persons were killed in motorbike accidents.

Almost 75% of motorcycle accidents involve an automobile, and more than half of all motorcycle accidents occur at nighttime.

California’s weather and landscape make it possible to ride a motorcycle all year, even in the winter. However, California has become a hotspot for serious motorcycle accidents.

Every year, approximately 400 people in California are killed when hit by a car while riding their motorcycle. Unlike other vehicles on the road, Bikes do not have seat belts, airbags, or steel frames.

The most common causes of motorcycle accidents are distractions, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving, and failure to obey traffic laws, but these are not the only ones.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a helmet would have saved the lives of 37 of every 100 motorcycle riders killed in accidents without one.

Riders should always wear a helmet and other safety equipment. Wearing a helmet can prevent up to 85% of serious injuries. It’s especially important to wear reflective clothing on your bike if you’re riding at night or in poor visibility.

Santa Barbara County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

After a motorbike accident, you might not be able to work and take care of yourself and your family while you heal. In situations like these, it may be necessary to give more money.

How much money you get for your injury can depend on how skilled the lawyer you choose is. Most of the time, you can get a lot more money if you hire a lawyer with a good track record and experience at the negotiating table and in court.

The Santa Barbara County motorcycle accident injury lawyers at Arash Law will ensure you have enough money to cover your bills following a motorbike accident.

Our attorneys can also determine who else may be at fault for your accident and obtain funds from various sources to ensure you have everything you need now and in the future. Call (888) 488-1391 as soon as possible to schedule your free consultation.