Two people were seriously hurt following a motorcycle collision in Tracy on Friday morning, June 10, 2022.
The accident transpired at approximately 5:30 a.m. on the westbound lanes of the 580 Freeway near Mountain House Parkway.
A motorcycle and two other vehicles were involved in the collision. The circumstances leading up to the crash have not been established.
At least two people were hurt following the mishap. They were taken to an area hospital for treatment. Their identities and their condition has not been disclosed.
Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the collision.
Motorcycle Crash Statistics
According to the DOT, an estimated 8.5 million motorcycles were registered in the United States in 2012. Motorcycles appeal to a wide spectrum of people for various reasons, including their portability and lower cost.
The repercussions of an accident involving a motorcycle might be life-threatening. In 2016, there were 5,286 fatal motorcycle accidents in the United States.
As of 2019, California had the most motorcycles registered in the state. According to state statistics, California has recently seen an increasing number of fatalities and serious injuries caused by motorcycles.
Sadly, around 541 people lost their lives, and 15,527 were injured in motorbike accidents last year, which involved 16,505 collisions.
Motorcycle accidents often result in fatalities due to brain injuries. Numerous motorcycle fatalities could be prevented yearly if everyone who rides and rides passengers wears a helmet, according to the Insurance Information Institute.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, for every 100 motorcyclists killed in an accident without a helmet, 37 would have lived had they been wearing one.
Motorcycle accident injuries can be prevented by wearing goggles or sunglasses, a jacket, full-finger gloves, long leggings, and boots.
San Joaquin County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
After a collision, Californian motorcycle riders aren’t helpless. A serious injury or illness doesn’t mean that you can’t be in charge of your destiny. If the accident was caused by someone else, you might be able to file a compensation claim.
Motorcycle accident attorneys in California can help you build a strong case because each case is unique.
At Arash Law, we have an experienced team of Tehama County motorcycle accident lawyers ready to help. We’ve put together this guide to help you learn more about what happens after a motorcycle accident leaves you injured. A free consultation with one of our attorneys is also essential if you want to learn more about your legal options.
To arrange a no-obligation consultation, please get in touch with us at (888) 488-1391 or via e-mail. In a motorcycle accident, you can count on our legal team to aggressively defend your legal rights.