[02-21-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Motorcyclist Killed After Car Crash Along 101 Freeway in Encino

A motorcycle rider was killed following a collision with an SUV in Encino, Los Angeles, on Tuesday evening, February 21, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal crash occurred shortly before 8:00 p.m. on the eastbound side of 101 Freeway near White Oak Avenue.

The unidentified motorcyclist was found by the responders fully trapped under the SUV. The victim was beyond medical treatment and was declared dead on the spot. There was no other information on the SUV driver involved.

A SIG Alert was issued stating that the collision significantly disrupted the 101 Freeway’s entire eastbound lanes near White Oak Avenue.

No other details were available as the authorities were still looking into the circumstances that led to the deadly crash.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to data compiled by the National Safety Council for the year 2020, motorcycle accidents were to blame for 14% of traffic fatalities, 18% of occupant deaths, and 4% of occupant injuries. Less than 0.6% of all vehicle miles and 3% of all drivers were driven by these riders. If helmets had been used, many people’s lives could have been spared.

The mortality toll rose by 11% from 2019 to 2020, with the death rate increasing by 23% for every 100,000,000 kilometers traveled. There was a 20% increase in mortality rate and a 10% increase in the overall number of deaths in just a decade. Death rates per 100,000,000 kilometers traveled have recently reached 5,579.

In the year 2020, over 785 thousand motorcycles called California home. It is one of the two deadliest states in the United States for motorcyclists, with an annual death toll of about 500. Six percent of these fatalities can be attributed to the absence of helmet.

What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

After a motorcycle accident, call the police immediately. Stick to the facts and don’t make any assumptions when you speak with the police or your insurance company about what happened.

Victims frequently feel they need to apologize, even when they did nothing wrong. This could be used by the insurance company as justification for not paying up on the claim.

You can get a copy of the report by contacting the proper authority. You can also contact us via the online form on our website. As soon as we have the report, we’ll start working on your case. For no cost and no commitment, one of our experienced lawyers will evaluate the validity of your insurance claim.

Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Los Angeles County

If you or a loved one has been killed in a motorcycle accident in California, you should contact an attorney immediately. A personal injury or wrongful death claim can be filed if you or a family member were wounded or murdered due to another person’s negligence. If you’re considering filing a claim, feel free to discuss your options with one of our highly regarded attorneys.

Our award-winning Los Angeles County motorcycle accident attorneys at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience advocating for accident victims, with awarded compensation totaling $750 million. 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.