[07-20-2022] Fresno County, CA-Motorcycle Rider Killed in Hwy. 168 Car Crash

Authorities reported that a motorcyclist was killed in a car crash on Wednesday morning, July 20, 2022.

According to California Highway Patrol (CHP), the motorcycle rider was identified as Richard Lewis of Auberry.

Richard Lewis was riding a 2001 Harley-Davidson west on Highway 168 east of the Prather roundabout when he was killed at about 7:30 a.m.

The CHP also reported that a Toyota 4-Runner and a 2003 Chevrolet Express were traveling east when the Toyota driver, a 43-year-old Auberry woman, turned left across the other lane. The Chevy, driven by a 67-year-old Clovis man, collided with the motorcyclist.

Officers are still investigating why the motorcycle struck the back of the Toyota, throwing Lewis into the road.

FATAL MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT STATISTICS

Accidents involving motorcycles are a leading cause of death and serious injury. Motorcycle accidents are more likely to result in fatalities and life-changing injuries than other accidents. Riders on motorcycles are frequently exposed to various hazards, including road rash and head injuries.

Motorcycle accidents cause 16 times more injuries and 35 times more deaths than car accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

According to the most recent data, motorcycle accidents killed 5,115 people and injured 79,000 others in 2019. Motorcycles account for only 3% of all registered vehicles in the United States, and 0.6 percent of all vehicle miles traveled.

The 8.6 million motorcycles legally registered in the United States account for only 14 percent of traffic fatalities, 17 percent of occupant deaths, and 3 percent of all injuries.

FRESNO COUNTY ACCIDENT LAWYERS

Negligent drivers must compensate those who have been injured or killed as a result of their actions. All car insurance policies in California must include a certain level of liability coverage.

Following a motorcycle accident, you should contact an accident attorney right away. The investigation into what happened will begin immediately.

People who have lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident must seek the advice of an attorney with extensive experience handling wrongful death cases.

Arash Law’s experienced legal team can help you pursue your legal claim and move forward.

An accident like this can have serious financial and non-financial ramifications. Arash Law’s Fresno County motorcycle accident lawyers are prepared to fight for your right to compensation.

For motorcycle accident victims, we provide free consultations and evaluations. Furthermore, you will not be charged anything until we win your case. Our job is to ensure that our clients receive every penny of compensation to which they are entitled.

For a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys, call (888) 488-1391 or fill out our online intake form.