[11-02-2022] Tulare County, CA – A 30-Year-Old Rider Died and a Passenger Suffered Injuries Following a Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Visalia

A 30-year-old died after a fatal motorcycle crash in Visalia on Wednesday evening, November 2, 2022.

The crash transpired around 4:30 p.m. It took place on Highway 198 and Ben Maddox Way.

The Toyota 4-Runner traveling at about 65 mph was rear-ended by a 30-year-old man and woman on a motorcycle.

The man and woman were allegedly thrown off the motorcycle onto the pavement because the driver was approaching the Toyota’s rear at an unsafe speed. Toyota collided with a guard rail.

Unfortunately, the rider died at the scene.

The female passenger, who was taken to the medical center, sustained significant injuries.

According to police, the Toyota driver received medical attention like the passenger.

At this time, it is unknown if alcohol or drugs played a role.

Fatal Motorcycle Crash

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

This statistic is not shocking because riders are 16 times more likely than passengers in enclosed vehicles to sustain severe or fatal injuries in a car accident.

The majority of motorcycle accidents-nearly two-thirds of all collisions—occur at intersections. Due to their smaller size, motorcycle collisions happen more frequently than those involving other vehicles.

The top 100 motorcycle roads, according to motorcycleroads.com, include most of the state’s highways. One of the states with the most registered motorcycles in California. There are about 800,000 motorcycles in the state.

It has been demonstrated that wearing a helmet reduces the risk of severe head injury. According to estimates, wearing a helmet reduces the likelihood of passing away while operating a motorcycle by 37%. However, the rest of their bodies could still be in danger.

Speeding, careless driving, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, driving in inclement weather, driving the wrong way, and breaking traffic laws are all factors in motorcycle accidents.

Visalia Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Thousands of dollars in funeral expenses, property damage, medical costs, and lifetime mental and emotional suffering could be incurred by the vehicle accident victim’s family.

The compensation for their attorneys will depend on how well they can negotiate the complexities of the state civil court system.

We are incredibly successful in helping those hurt in accidents, with a 98% success rate. If we cannot obtain compensation for you, you will not be obligated to pay us anything.

Our Visalia motorcycle accident attorneys will fight tenaciously to protect your rights and interests and secure a favorable settlement.

In the past, we have successfully recovered damages for clients who suffered injuries or lost their lives in auto accidents.

Call (888) 488-139 to speak with some of the top Visalia motorcycle accident attorneys. By filling out our “Do I Have a Case?” form, you can also request a free consultation with one of our skilled attorneys.