[11-22-2021] Los Angeles County, CA – Motorcycle Crash on West Lassen Street Injures Three People

Three people were hurt following Chatsworth’s motorcycle crash on Monday morning, November 22, 2021.

The major accident took place in the area of 21400 West Lassen Street near Canoga Avenue at around 11:50 a.m.

Due to unknown reasons, a motorcycle and a vehicle collided on the highway. It is not clear what caused the accident.

The motorcycle rider sustained serious injuries in the crash. He was immediately taken to an area hospital for treatment. Two other people sustained unspecified injuries following the collision.

Additional information about the accident is unavailable at the moment. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

An active investigation of the accident is currently underway. Authorities will attempt to determine whether intoxication was a factor in the crash.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Over the past few years, motorcycle accidents have increased at an alarming rate across the country. In 2017, about 8.7 million motorcycles were registered in the country. A total of 5,014 riders lost their lives to motorcycle accidents in 2019.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), around 1,275 fatal crashes involving motorcycles from 2014 to 2018 occurred in Los Angeles.

It is undeniable that motorcycle riders are among the most vulnerable individuals on the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle riders are 16 times more likely to be injured and 35 times more likely to be killed in a crash than car passengers.

Common causes of motorcycle accidents are distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving, and failure to observe traffic laws.

Motorcycle riders should always dress appropriately and wear a helmet on the road. Wearing helmets were estimated to be 37% effective in preventing motorcycle deaths.

Los Angeles Motorcycle Accident Lawyers for Victims

Insurance companies flag claims when evidence the injury victim did not follow through on recommendations for medical care. The claims adjuster might try to make a lowball offer, claiming that you exacerbated your injuries, and they are not liable for all of your pain and suffering. In some extreme cases, the insurance company might try to deny liability for your injuries altogether.

An experienced motorcycle accident lawyer in Los Angeles can usually prevent your claim from being denied if the other driver caused the accident.

Only a Los Angeles motorcycle accident attorney can give you a fair valuation of what your claim is worth. Remember, the insurance company is not on your side. They will try to lowball you and pay as little as possible. Even a motorcycle injury lawyer from another state may not know what your claim is worth. The cost of medical care in your area can affect the value of your claim.

Our experienced Los Angeles motorcycle accident lawyers from Arash Law have helped many injury victims protect their rights to compensation. Call (888) 488-1391 or contact us online to schedule your free consultation. We are a motorcycle accident law firm, and we know how to fight for you.