[09-29-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – Motorcyclist Injured Following a Motor Vehicle Collision in Palmdale

A motorcyclist was injured following an automobile and motorcycle collision in Palmdale on Thursday evening, September 29, 2022.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Palmdale Station and the Los Angeles County Fire Department received a 911 call about a traffic collision at 7:42 p.m. at the intersection of 17th Street East and Palmdale Boulevard.

When they arrived, they discovered a motorcycle laying under a truck, with the rider injured.

Firefighters and paramedics from Fire Station 37 responded and transported the rider to a nearby hospital with unknown injuries.

Deputies from Palmdale remained on the scene to investigate the cause of the crash.

It is unknown what caused the collision at this moment.

There are no additional details available.

The accident is to be further investigated.

Motorcycle Accidents Statistics

Over 8.6 million registered motorcycles demonstrate their enduring appeal as a cost-effective means of transportation. But, of course, any discussion about motorbikes must inevitably turn to their lack of stability and capacity to protect riders and passengers from catastrophic damage in the case of an accident.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 42,338 people died in motor vehicle accidents in 2020. The rate increased as compared to 39,107 fatalities in 2019. Roughly 75% of motorcycle accidents involve collisions with another automobile.

Motorcycle riders involved in fatal collisions in 2020 had greater percentages of alcohol impairment than drivers of any other type of motor vehicle.

Intersections are the most common location for a motorcycle collision, with the other vehicle breaching the motorbike’s right-of-way and other traffic restrictions like changing lanes and running the light or stop sign.

Consequently, motorcycles are less stable than other vehicles since they have two wheels rather than four. Hence, the rider’s skill level is essential for maintaining control. Whatever the cause, riding a motorcycle puts you at a higher risk of accidents than driving a car, truck, or SUV.

Los Angeles County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Motorcycle accident claims can be difficult to settle or litigate. If you want to settle your claim without an attorney, the insurance company will most likely offer to pay your medical fees and repair your bike, and that will be the end of it. However, there is much more to a case than just the medical costs.

If you were hurt in a motor vehicle crash in Los Angeles County, you should speak with a personal injury lawyer. A lawyer is highly capable of assisting you to collect more compensation than you would on your own, as well as guiding you through filing claims with other drivers’ insurance companies.

Our motorcycle accident lawyers at Arash Law provide a free consultation and case evaluation. They work to prioritize the clients’ welfare and ensure that clients will be appropriately compensated for the damage caused by the crash.

Our legal team can help you get through these trying times. Call us at (888) 488-1391 or complete our online intake form to discuss all the available legal remedies.