[11-13-2022] Riverside County, CA – Motorcyclist Injured in a Car Crash near Palm Desert

The California Highway Patrol said a motorcyclist was injured in a car crash near Palm Desert on Sunday afternoon, November 13, 2022.

According to the report, CHP officers were dispatched to the scene, which happened at 12:29 p.m. on Highway 74 in the upbound lanes not far from Coachella Valley Vista Point.

The collision involved a hummer and a motorcycle. With only minor wounds, the rider was transferred to the hospital, where he continued passing out.

There was no information on both drivers’ identities, as well as the condition of the hummer’s driver.

Around 12:45 p.m., the area around the incident had slow-moving traffic.

The investigation into the cause of the crash continued.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Motorcycle riders accounted for 14% of all traffic fatalities, 18% of all occupant fatalities, and 4% of all occupant injuries in 2020, according to the National Safety Council, although representing only 3% of registered cars and 0.6% of vehicle kilometers traveled. The use of motorcycle helmets affects mortality patterns.

From 2019 to 2020, motorcycle fatalities increased by 11%, while the rate per 100 million kilometers traveled increased by 23%. In ten years, the death and mortality rates have grown by 20% and 27%, respectively. Currently, there are 5,579 fatalities per 100 million vehicle kilometers or a rate of 31.64.

In 2020, motorcyclists involved in fatal collisions had the highest rate of alcohol impairment (27% compared to 23% for autos, 19% for light vehicles, and 3% for trucks).

With 785,424 registered motorcycles, California is top in the nation. In the state, 88 percent of motorcycle accidents end in injuries or fatalities. Over 500 motorcyclists are killed annually in the state, making it one of the two deadliest in the country.

According to another survey, motorcyclists are less crash-resistant than automobiles. They lack the stability and visibility of four-wheel vehicles. Different driving skills are required for motorcycling versus four-wheel driving. Additionally, riders and their passengers are more susceptible to weather and road hazards.

Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Riverside County

Regardless of who caused the collision, you can still sue for damages and medical bills. If you were injured in a motorcycle accident in Palm Desert, Riverside County, you could submit a claim for personal injury with the assistance of an attorney.

By filing a personal injury case, victims can seek compensation for their losses (such as medical expenses, lost wages, and time away from work) as well as their mental and physical suffering.

During your appointment, our attorneys will provide you with practical advice on enhancing your chances of winning and a monetary reward.

Our motorcycle accident attorneys in California are well-respected professionals who have spent years perfecting their persuasive courtroom advocacy. Our firm’s legal services contributed to the roughly $750 million in compensation our clients received.

Contact (888) 488-1391 or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers.