[07-22-2021] Los Angeles County, CA – LAPD Officer Hurt After a Motorcycle Crash at Crenshaw

A Los Angeles Police Department officer was hurt after getting involved in a traffic collision in Crenshaw on Thursday morning, July 22.

[07-22-2021] Los Angeles County, CA - LAPD Officer Hurt After a Motorcycle Crash at CrenshawAccording to the initial reports from local authorities, the accident transpired at around 5:30 a.m. at Crenshaw and Jefferson Boulevards. The LAPD officer was riding his motorcycle when he collided with another vehicle under unclear circumstances.

The LAPD officer sustained unspecified injuries and was immediately taken to an area hospital for treatment. Additional details about the crash are unavailable at the moment. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

Local authorities are further investigating the accident. They will attempt to determine the factors and the liability in the collision.

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Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Motorcyclists are frequently involved in fatal and serious injury accidents. When compared to passengers in private vehicles, motorcycle riders are more vulnerable to suffering a serious injury. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists were more likely than passengers in private vehicles to die in traffic accidents during 2018.

However, when involved in a traffic accident, some steps can be taken to avoid suffering fatal injuries. Motorcycle riders are encouraged to dress appropriately and always to wear a helmet when riding their motorcycles to avoid catastrophic injuries and fatalities. Helmet use was found to be 37 percent effective in preventing motorcycle fatalities, according to research.

California has one of the most registered motorcycles in the country. In California, there are over 800,000 registered motorcycles. In 2017, there were 16,505 motorcycle accidents on California roads, resulting in 15,527 injuries and 541 deaths.

Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Motorcycle Accidents in Los Angeles County

Motorcyclists can also sustain damages such as emotional scarring and expensive property damage. While nothing can reverse the damage incurred in a motorcycle accident, the civil courts offer a financial remedy to injured parties. After a motorcycle crash, speak to an experienced injury attorney immediately.

Motorcyclists can also sustain damages such as emotional scarring and expensive property damage. While nothing can reverse the damage incurred in a motorcycle accident, the civil courts offer a financial remedy to injured parties. After a motorcycle crash, speak to an experienced injury attorney immediately.

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