[09-05-2022] Tulare County, CA – A 59-Year-Old Man Died After a Motorcycle Accident and Another Person Suffered Severe Injuries near Orosi

A 59-year-old rider died, and a 49-year-old passenger suffered severe injuries after a motorcycle crash near Orosi on Monday afternoon, September 5, 2022.

According to the CHP, the collision happened around 12:45 p.m. on State Route 63 in the City of Orosi, just north of Ira Avenue.

The motorcycle rider and passenger traveled south on the freeway in a 2005 Yamaha motorcycle. Unfortunately, the Toyota turned across both lanes directly in front of them.

According to the CHP, the motorcycle made an unsafe turn directly into the path from the west curb edge across both southbound lanes.

When the motorcycle struck the Toyota’s driver’s side, it launched both people onto the road.

According to the CHP, they took the two to Kaweah Health Medical Center.

Upon arrival at the hospital, the 59-year-old rider passed away. At the same time, his passenger suffered severe injuries.

According to the CHP, the car’s driver, identified as a 69-year-old, only sustained minor wounds.

At this time, it’s uncertain if he will face charges.

Fatal Motorcycle Crash Statistics

Your safety when operating a motorcycle frequently depends on how to alert other motorists. Some motorists refuse to acknowledge or acknowledge that cyclists have the same rights as motorists. Even though they often cannot determine a biker’s speed, they continue. Drivers frequently block a biker’s right of way when turning or changing lanes.

Motorcycle riders are involved in 11% of all traffic accidents in the US, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There were 4,985 motorcycle fatalities and 82,000 motorcycle injuries in 2018.

Since motorcycle riders are 16 times more likely to be hurt or killed in a car accident than passengers in enclosed vehicles, this statistic is not shocking.

Helmets can aid in preventing severe head injuries. Helmets have been shown to reduce motorcycle fatalities by 37%. However, the rest of their bodies could still be in danger.

Speeding, driving while intoxicated, driving in poor weather, driving the wrong way, and breaking traffic laws are all common causes of motorcycle accidents.

Tulare County Accident Lawyers for Motorcycle Accident Victims

After a motorcycle accident, some people might take some time to return to normal. Some people sustain severe wounds that require weeks or even months to heal. Tragically, not everyone involved in a motorcycle accident survives.

Losing a friend or family member can cause stress and pain for the victim’s family when they die in a motorcycle accident.

The victim’s family can get support from Arash Law’s Tulare County motorcycle crash accident attorneys during this difficult time. We can take several actions to help your case succeed.

Our knowledgeable legal team wants to secure the best possible outcome for you. You were hurt in a car accident. Call (619) 431-4840 immediately to speak with some of Tulare County’s top auto accident attorneys. Consultations over the phone and in person are always free.