[06-13-2023] Ventura County, CA – One Person Dead Following Two-Vehicle Collision Involving Motorcycle Along Highway 118

One person died at the scene following a two-vehicle collision along Highway 118, Ventura County, on Tuesday morning, June 13, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal collision happened around 6:50 a.m. along Highway 118 near Mesa School Road.

A Yamaha motorcycle and a car, possibly a sedan, collided, resulting in one fatality. The number of people involved and the victim’s identity are still unknown.

The authorities have not released any further information about the fatal collision.

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What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

The aftermath of a motorbike accident can be distressing and frightening. A rider should seek legal counsel immediately if they are hurt, or their property is destroyed. Take the following steps to protect your rights:

• Keep calm and do not admit fault.
• Check your body for injuries. Examine the condition of the other individuals involved.
• You should wait on the side of the road or in a safe place until the authorities arrive.
• Do not try to resolve the conflict with the other driver. Inform the police of the collision and request a copy of the official report.
• Gather information such as the other driver’s name and insurance provider.
• Take pictures of everything you think is essential, including the scene, the road, your injuries, the other car, and your motorcycle.
• Seek medical attention as soon as possible.
• Keep a file with all accident-related paperwork and information.
• Discuss your accident with an experienced California motorcycle accident lawyer.

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Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Motorcycle accidents accounted for 14% of traffic fatalities, 17% of occupant fatalities, and 3% of occupant injuries in 2021. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 5,500 motorcycle fatalities were reported in the United States in 2020. Furthermore, over 180,000 motorcycle accidents resulted in injuries that required medical treatment in the emergency department.

Between 2020 and 2021, motorcycle drivers and passengers suffered 8% more fatalities. Furthermore, 19% more people have died in the last ten years, and the death rate has increased by 29%. Recently, the death rate increased to 5,932, or 30.05 per 100 million vehicle miles.

The number of motorcycles registered in California in 2020 was around 785,000. It was one of the two states with the greatest rate of motorcycle deaths, with about 500 fatalities each year.