[08-09-2022] San Diego County, CA – 50-year-old Rider Suffers Injuries in City Heights Motorcycle Crash

A 50-year-old motorcycle rider suffered serious wounds after a motorcycle crash accident in City Heights last Tuesday afternoon, August 9, 2022.

According to San Diego police Officer John B., the accident occurred at around 3:30 p.m. as the victim was traveling east on University Avenue near Euclid Avenue.

They took the rider to the hospital for treatment of severe wounds that included a fractured left femur, a dislocated left shoulder, and fractured ribs. The injuries were not life-threatening.

Meanwhile, a 67-year-old female driver of a Buick LaCrosse was involved in the collision. She turned right from 50th street onto University and directly into the rider’s path while approaching 50th street.

According to Buttle, the driver of the Buick was unharmed in the collision, which is currently under the traffic division’s investigation by the San Diego Police Department.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Motorcyclists are more susceptible to traffic hazards than occupants of passenger cars. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle riders are 35 times more likely than passengers in a vehicle to die in an accident and are 16 times more likely to sustain injuries.

In the United States, 5,286 motorcycle fatalities were reported in 2016. One of the states with the most registered motorcycles in California.

California is one of the states with the most registered motorcycles. There are more than 800,000 motorcycles that are registered legally.

In California, there were 16,505 motorcycle accidents in 2017, resulting in 15,527 injuries and 541 fatalities.

Motorcycle accidents can result in severe trauma and other types of harm, like brain damage and life-threatening injuries. If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, you should contact a reputable personal injury attorney immediately.

San Diego County Motorcycle Accident Lawyer

Motorcycle riders are more likely than passengers in a car to sustain severe injuries in an accident. Motorcycles do not typically have many essential safety features like airbags, safety belts, and steel frames. Alternatively, they only ride while donning a helmet and a riding outfit.

You probably have some worries after a motorcycle accident. You may have sustained serious wounds that need to be treated right away. It’s possible that days after the crash, you’ll wake up confused and dazed.

You should be aware that you have quick access to a lawyer if you have been hurt or your property has been damaged. You are encouraged to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible.

The lawyers at Arash Law have the expertise, tact, and empathy to guide you through the California legal system. It is best if you didn’t worry about the other party’s insurance company because your rights and complete recovery are far too necessary.

Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, San Jose, and San Diego are among the locations of Arash Law’s offices. Anywhere in California, we would be happy to accommodate you. Call (888) 488-1391 to speak with a motorcycle accident lawyer at Arash Law if you’ve been hurt in an accident.