[06-13-2022] Napa County, CA – One Person Injured After a Two-Vehicle Crash in Calistoga

An 82-year-old man identified as Robert C. was seriously hurt following a major motorcycle collision in Calistoga on Monday morning, June 13, 2022.

The accident happened at approximately 9:45 a.m. in the area of Highway 128 and Tubbs Lane in Calistoga.

A southbound 2020 Dodge van was traveling on Tubbs lane when it stopped at the intersection. At the same time, a westbound 2020 Yamaha motorcycle was also stopped on Highway 128.

As the Dodge began to turn left onto the eastbound 128, the driver collided with the 2020 Yamaha motorcycle. The rider was ejected from his motorcycle due to the severity of the impact.

The motorcycle rider was rushed to Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital for treatment. The Dodge driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.

The California Highway Patrol is actively investigating the case.

Two-Vehicle Collision Statistics

Motorcyclists who crash with a car or truck risk sustaining serious or even fatal injuries. Numerous risks face motorcycle riders, including road rash, traumatic tattoos, brain injuries, and concussions.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there has been a 129 percent increase in motorcycle fatalities between 1997 and 2006.

According to the National Highway Highway Safety Administration, motorcyclists are responsible for 11 percent of all traffic accidents in the United States. There were 82,000 motorcycle injuries and 4,985 motorcycle deaths in 2018.

With every 100 motorcyclists killed in an accident without a helmet, 37 would have survived had they worn one, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Motorcycle accident injuries can be prevented by donning safety gear such as goggles or sunglasses, a jacket, full-finger gloves, long leggings, and boots.

Leather or other abrasion-resistant clothes are recommended for motorcycle riders. Motorcycle riders are also advised to dress in bright colors to be seen by other drivers.

Napa County Car Accident Lawyers

Arash Law’s experienced Napa County motorcycle accident attorneys can assist you in obtaining compensation for your injuries sustained in a collision. Anyone or any company legally liable for an injured victim’s losses due to their carelessness must make reparations.

Victims of road accidents must hold negligent parties liable. California should be a place for everyone, including tourists, residents, and employees because individuals responsible for their acts are held accountable.

Arash Law’s personal injury attorneys have dedicated their careers to assisting wounded clients and their families in obtaining compensation for their losses. Our key aims for our injury clients are to provide quality legal services and maximize financial recovery. We were able to collect billions of dollars in compensation for them.

To schedule your complimentary consultation, please call (888) 488-1391 or send us an email. You can rely on our legal team to vigorously defend your legal rights following a motorbike accident.