[09-06-2022] Tulare County, CA – One killed, Another Injured in a Motorcycle Crash Near Orosi

A man on a motorcycle died, and his female passenger was critically injured in a collision with another vehicle near Orosi on Monday, September 06, 2022.

According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the crash occurred on Monday afternoon at State Route 63, just north of Ira Avenue in Orosi.

The 59-year-old man and his 49-year-old passenger were going south on the highway on a 2005 Yamaha motorbike when a Toyota turned across both lanes right in front of the bike.

The motorbike made an unsafe turn from the west curb edge, across both southbound lanes, and into the path. Both persons were thrown into the road when the motorcycle collided with the driver’s side of the Toyota.

They were taken to Kaweah Health Medical Center. The driver died during transport, and the passenger suffered significant injuries.

The victims’ identities were not yet revealed, pending notification.

According to the CHP, the driver of the automobile suffered minor injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

Motorcycle Accidents Statistics

Over 8.6 million registered motorcycles demonstrate their enduring appeal as a cost-effective means of transportation. But, of course, any discussion about motorbikes must inevitably turn to their lack of stability and capacity to protect riders and passengers from catastrophic damage in the case of an accident.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 42,338 people died in motor vehicle accidents in 2020. The rate increased as compared to 39,107 fatalities in 2019. Roughly 75% of motorcycle accidents involve collisions with another automobile.

Motorcycle riders involved in fatal collisions in 2020 had greater percentages of alcohol impairment than drivers of any other type of motor vehicle.

Intersections are the most common location for a motorcycle collision, with the other vehicle breaching the motorbike’s right-of-way and other traffic restrictions like changing lanes and running the light or stop sign.

Motorcycles are less stable than other vehicles since they have two wheels rather than four, hence the rider’s skill level is essential for maintaining control. Whatever the cause, riding a motorbike puts you at a higher risk of accidents than driving a car, truck, or SUV.

Tulare County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Motorcycle accident claims can be difficult to settle or litigate. If you want to settle your claim without an attorney, the insurance company would most likely offer to pay your medical fees and repair your bike, and that will be the end of it. However, there is much more to a case than just the medical costs.

You should speak with a personal injury lawyer if you were hurt in a motor vehicle crash in Tulare. A lawyer is highly capable of assisting you to collect more compensation than you would on your own, as well as guiding you through filing claims with other drivers’ insurance companies.

Tulare County motorcycle lawyers at Arash law provide a free consultation and case evaluation. They work to prioritize the clients’ welfare and ensure that clients will be appropriately compensated for the damage caused by the crash.

Our legal team can help you get through these trying times. Call us at (888) 488-1391 or complete our online intake form to discuss all the available legal remedies.