[08-07-2022] Los Angeles County, CA- 2 Motorists Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash in Palmdale

According to authorities, two motorists were killed in a two-vehicle head-on collision in Palmdale on Sunday morning, August 07, 2022.

According to a watch commander at the Sheriff’s Palmdale Station, the crash happened around 3:40 a.m. near Rancho Vista Boulevard and Cricket Lane.

The county fire department dispatcher also reported that paramedics dispatched to the scene reported two fatalities.

There were no hospital transports, and no other information was released.

According to witnesses on the scene, the crash involved two trucks.

FATAL MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT STATISTICS

Motorcycle riders are 35 times more likely to be killed in an accident and 16 times more likely to be injured.

Riding a motorcycle in Los Angeles is an excellent place to enjoy because of the pleasant weather. Because of our temperate climate, riders do not have to worry about the weather changing with the seasons. Motorcycle riding is possible all year long as there isn’t too much precipitation, such as rain, snow, or ice.

As a result, many motorcycles are often on the road. Given Los Angeles’ notoriously congested streets, this could be a recipe for disaster. Motorcycle accidents are more likely to occur in congested areas.

Between 2014 and 2018, there were over 200 accidents, with an average of 235 accidents. According to these figures, 255 motorcycle accidents occur annually in Los Angeles.

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) of the United States Department of Transportation reported 5,014 motorcycle fatalities in 2019. Motorcycle fatalities had declined since the early 1980s; however, they began to rise again in 1998 and remained so until 2008.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, car passengers are 16 times more likely to be injured or killed in an accident than motorcycle riders (NHTSA).

Drivers who fail to notice a motorcycle at an intersection are responsible for nearly 70% of all traffic collisions. Other vehicles’ lack of visibility frequently causes motorcycle accidents.

A fatal motorcycle accident, on the other hand, is avoidable. According to research, wearing a helmet reduces the risk of severe head injuries. Motorcycle helmets have the potential to save 37% of lives.

LOS ANGELES COUNTY MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT LAWYERS

The death of a loved one in a motorcycle accident can result in grief and emotional trauma for the entire family. Some insurance companies may try to persuade them to accept a less than fair settlement.

Most insurance companies do little to assist those injured because they want to pay out as soon as possible. A lawyer can help you avoid being taken advantage of by talking to these insurance companies about your situation.

Arash Law’s Los Angeles County motorcycle accident attorneys will investigate the accident to determine what happened.

Our ultimate goal is to obtain as much compensation as possible from the person or entity that caused your losses. Please contact us at (888) 488-1391 to speak with one of our knowledgeable attorneys. Consultations with our attorneys are always free, whether by phone or in person.