[06-04-2021] Los Angeles County, CA – Motorcycle Accident in Long Beach Results in One Death

A 25-year-old man identified as Hugo Gonzalez M. was killed after a fatal motorcycle accident involving a big rig in Long Beach on Friday morning, June 4th.

The fatal collision transpired at approximately 9:10 a.m. on the eastbound lanes of 91 Freeway at the Cherry Avenue off-ramp in Long Beach.

Martinez, who was riding his 2007 Kawasaki motorcycle eastbound, was suddenly ejected from his motorcycle for unclear reasons.

He then rolled into the number three lane where a 2011 Freightliner struck him. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the big rig was not injured.

The California Highway Patrol is currently investigating the case.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

It is undeniable that motorcyclists are one of the most vulnerable motorists on the roadway. According to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics, motorcycle riders have 16 times the risk of injury and 35 times the risk of a fatal crash compared to car passengers.

Some of the common causes of motorcycle accidents are distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving, and failure to observe traffic laws.

California has over 800,000 registered motorcycles. This, of course, means that there are also more motorcycle accidents in California than in other states. In 2017 alone, 16,505 motorcycle accidents happened in California, leaving 15,527 injured and 541 people dead.

Los Angeles County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Motorcycle Accidents

It can be quite a shock for the victim’s family to suddenly lose their loved one to a fatal motorcycle accident. While dealing with the grief and sorrow of the sudden death of the victim, an experienced wrongful death attorney can stay updated on the official investigation on behalf of the family.

Attorneys will vigorously fight for their client’s rights and best interests while ensuring that the liable party will be held accountable for their negligence. Attorneys can also negotiate with insurance companies on behalf of their clients to ensure they are compensated fairly.

Our motorcycle accident lawyers at Arash Law have decades of experience handling these types of wrecks throughout California. We’ve helped thousands of people recover after accidents similar to yours. We have your best interests in mind and will vigorously fight for your rights while you recover.

We offer free consultations with no obligation to retain our firm. We also work on a contingency-fee-basis, meaning you don’t pay a dime unless we win you compensation. Get in touch online or call (888) 488-1391