[08-17-2022] San Diego County, CA – 37-year-old Man Injured in a Motorcycle Accident in University Heights

A 37-year-old man riding a motorized scooter was injured after a motorcycle accident in University Heights Wednesday afternoon, August 17, 2022.

The accident happened around 4:55 p.m. westbound in the bicycle lane of the 1900 block of Madison Avenue.

The scooter rider, who sustained an open compound fracture of the wrist, was transported to the hospital after the collision with the truck’s right front quarter panel.

Meanwhile, the person involved was a 57-year-old man driving a Ram 350 truck traveling in the same direction.

According to San Diego Police Department Officer Robert H., the driver made a right turn into the west alley of the 4600 block of Florida Street directly into the path of the scooter.

The Ram 350’s driver was unharmed.

The collision is being looked into by the department’s Traffic Division.

Anyone with information about it is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477 or 858-495-7800.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

In the majority of motorcycle collisions, there are serious injuries or fatalities. Riders of motorcycles are susceptible to accidents and may sustain fatal or permanently disabling injuries. Motorcycle riders are constantly at risk of various injuries, such as severe head and brain trauma, traumatic tattoos, and road rash.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle riders have a 35-fold higher risk of dying in an accident and are 16 times more likely to suffer injuries than passengers in a car.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration claims 1,275 fatal motorcycle accidents were recorded in Los Angeles County between 2014 and 2018.

However, there is a way to prevent fatal injuries in motorcycle mishaps. Every time they ride their motorcycles, riders are advised to dress appropriately and don a helmet to avoid serious injuries. According to predictions, wearing a helmet can reduce motorcycle fatalities by 37%.

Motorcycle accidents frequently result from distracted driving, speeding, intoxicated driving, reckless driving, inclement weather, driving in the wrong direction, and breaking traffic laws.

San Diego County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

After an accident, a motorcycle rider faces more than just physical difficulties. The physical injuries mentioned above could result in discomfort, grief, and suffering. Additionally, the biker might decide not to be able to resume daily tasks like working to support themselves or uphold healthy relationships.

When filing a motorcycle accident claim, you might feel intimidated, especially if it is your first time dealing with an insurance company. It would be best if you understood as a victim that the insurance provider handling your case would take all reasonable steps to give you the least amount of money possible.

Fortunately, a knowledgeable San Diego motorcycle accident attorney can help you protect your rights.

Motorcycle riders who have been hurt can rely on our San Diego motorcycle accident attorneys at Arash Law California to assist them in obtaining just compensation. More than $750 million has been given to clients from all over the state by us.

Free legal consultations and representation are available in motorcycle accident cases for you or a loved one hurt in a collision. Contact us immediately to schedule a consultation with one of our skilled attorneys. You can contact us by phone at (888) 482-1391 or by sending an email through our website.