[12-12-2021] Los Angeles County, CA – CHP Motorcycle Officer Injured After a Traffic Crash in Inglewood

A California Highway Patrol motorcycle officer was hurt following a traffic crash in Inglewood on Sunday evening, December 12, 2021.

The accident happened on the San Diego (405) Freeway, near the south part of Manchester Boulevard in Inglewood, at around 7:00 p.m.

A CHP officer was traveling southbound on his motorcycle when he was suddenly struck by a passing vehicle for unclear reasons.

The driver that struck the CHP officer remained at the scene and willingly cooperated with authorities. He was uninjured in the crash.

The CHP officer sustained minor to moderate injuries in the crash. He was immediately taken to an area hospital for treatment. It’s unclear whether intoxication played a role in the collision. Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcyclists were more likely to die in a traffic accident in 2018 than people who were in cars or trucks. In 2017, about 5,286 motorcyclists were killed in the United States, which is a lot. 28 times as many motorcyclists die in a motor vehicle crash as do people who die in a car crash.

Seeing people ride motorcycles in the city of Angels is not uncommon. Unfortunately, thousands of motorcycle accidents occur in Los Angeles each year. A total of 1,275 people died in motorcycle accidents in Los Angeles County from 2014 to 2018.

But there is a way to avoid getting killed in a car accident. Every time they ride their motorcycle, motorcycle riders should dress properly and wear a helmet. This will help them avoid getting seriously hurt. When people wear helmets, they’re thought to be 37 percent less likely to die on the road.

Motorcycle accidents are caused by things like distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving, and not obeying traffic laws, among other things.

Los Angeles County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers for Victims

You might not be able to handle a motorcycle accident claim well if you have never had to deal with an insurance company before. When you’re a victim, it’s important to know that the insurance company taking care of your case will try to pay you as little as possible.

Physical and financial damage can be very bad when someone has a motorcycle accident, and it can be hard to get back on your feet and move on with your life. To receive financial compensation for your injuries after a motorcycle accident, you’ll need an attorney who knows how to deal with insurance companies.

At Arash Law, we have a lot of experience representing people who have been in motorcycle accidents in Los Angeles. We know how to handle your case from start to finish. This will help you get the money you need to pay for the damage caused by the motorcycle accident. Call us at (888) 488-1391 or email us to set up your free consultation. Our Los Angeles motorcycle accident lawyers are what we do. We know how to fight for your rights.