[12-28-2021] San Mateo County, CA – One Person Killed After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Menlo Park

A 36-year-old man was killed after a deadly motorcycle crash in Menlo Park on Tuesday morning, December 28, 2021.

The accident transpired at approximately 3:50 a.m. on Highway 101, just north of Willow Road in Menlo Park.

A Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle crashed into a stopped Honda Accord’s rear right passenger door. The Honda Accord was initially involved in a crash before the accident.

Unfortunately, the motorcycle rider was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the Honda driver sustained unspecified injuries in the crash.

Drugs and alcohol were not considered as factors in the crash. Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Fatal Motorcycle Crash Statistics

There’s no denying that motorcycle riders are some of the most vulnerable people on the road. National Highway Traffic Administration data shows that motorcycle riders are 16 times more likely to be injured and 35 times more likely to be killed in a collision than passengers.

At least 11 percent of traffic accidents in the United States involve a motorcycle. In 2018, more than 82,000 motorbike injuries and 4,985 motorcycle fatalities.

The number of motorcycles registered in California is among the highest in the country. In California, there are more than 800,000 legally registered motorcycles. In 2017, there were 16,505 motorcycle accidents in California, with 15,527 people injured and 541 people killed.

Distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, inclement weather, wrong-way driving, and failure to obey traffic laws are common causes of motorcycle crashes.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Lawyers for Victims in San Mateo County

The relatives of a tragic motorbike accident victim may be particularly vulnerable to the sleight-of-hand tactics of the party found at fault and the insurance companies.

Wrongful death lawsuits are the best way for the victim’s family to get the justice and compensation they deserve.

Although a motorbike accident can’t be undone, the civil courts can compensate those harmed financially. Consult a wrongful death lawyer right away if you’ve been involved in a motorbike accident.

Motorcycle accident attorneys at Arash Law have decades of experience in dealing with similar incidents in California, making them an important resource. Our services have helped tens of thousands of people who have been injured in car accidents.
Our compassionate California motorcycle accident lawyers believe that you should be compensated for 100 percent of your economic and non-economic damages and will fight for this on your behalf.

Contact Arash Law today to book your no-obligation consultation and case evaluation with one of our California motorcycle accident lawyers. Our San Mateo County motorcycle accident lawyers will send a demand letter for your damages, ensuring that it reflects the maximum compensation that you deserve.

Contact our attorneys from Arash Law for a free initial consultation. Get in touch online or call (888) 488-1391