[09-07-2022] Santa Clara County, CA – Results One Death Over a Fatal Motorcycle Crash in the South Bay

A rider was killed after a motorcycle crash involving another vehicle in the South Bay on Wednesday afternoon, September 7, 2022.

Just before 2 p.m., police reported a collision at the Santa Teresa Boulevard and Lean Avenue intersection.

Unfortunately, the rider was pronounced dead at the scene. According to police, the driver is cooperating with the investigators.

Santa Teresa Boulevard will be closed in both directions between Lean Avenue and Vale Drive until further notice, police announced at about 2:35 p.m. Wednesday.

According to the local authorities, surface streets nearby will also be affected while conducting this investigation.

Fatal Motorcycle Crash Accident Statistics

Motorcycle crashes are a severe problem in Santa Clara County. In 2016, there were 68 fatal motorcycle crashes in the county, which is rising. Most of those crashes involve a single vehicle and a motorcycle driver. This is up from 6 deaths in 2015. Most of these fatalities (8 out of 9) resulted from head-on collisions. Most crashes happen on weekdays, between 3 pm and 6 pm.

One concern from these statistics is that motorcyclists are not as visible to other drivers as those in cars or trucks. This can lead to motorists not seeing motorcyclists, often resulting in a deadly crash.

A large percentage of those killed in motorcycle crashes are not wearing helmets. This is likely because California does not have a universal helmet law, which puts riders at a severe head injury collision risk.

Drivers can take several actions to stay safe while riding a motorcycle: Always wear a helmet. Ensure other drivers notice you and turn on their turn signals when changing lanes or turning. Be cautious when driving and be aware of your surroundings. Never drink and drive.

Motorcycles are much smaller than cars, so it is easy for drivers to miss them. If you are impaired, you are more likely to crash and seriously injure or kill yourself or someone else.

Santa Clara County Motorcycle Crash Accident Lawyers Trusted Most

It doesn’t matter how safe or careful you are. The chances of getting into a motorcycle accident still exist. Road rash, broken bones, and hurting yourself in the worst of ways are entirely possible. Protecting yourself is not to be taken lightly.

Your life is quite precious. You wouldn’t want to be involved in an accident or, worse still, lead to the death of someone.

Motorcycle accidents are a serious matter. If you have been injured, our experienced and skilled California accident attorneys will be there for you throughout the litigation. While it can be a long and confusing process, we will provide you with an unbiased and full explanation of your rights and what you should expect throughout each phase of the case.

We offer expert representation to those involved in accidents or who have sustained severe injuries. Our end goal is to obtain the best possible outcome for our clients. At Arash Law Firm, a motorcycle accident attorney in Santa Clara County specializing in serious bike accidents and injuries is here to help if you have been injured in a motorcycle accident. Call us at (888) 488-1391.