[11-03-2021] San Joaquin County, CA – One Person Killed After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Stockton

An unidentified woman was killed after a fatal motorcycle accident in Stockton on Wednesday evening, November 3, 2021.

The fatal crash happened at around 6:00 p.m. near El Dorado and Cleaveland Street in Stockton. A motorcycle and another vehicle were involved in the crash. How the collision occurred, and the reason it happened has not been established.

Emergency personnel later arrived at the scene and found the female rider lying on the roadway with serious injuries. She was rushed to an area hospital for treatment, but unfortunately, she later succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead.

No other injuries were reported. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed. It’s unclear whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the crash. The California Highway Patrol is further investigating the cause of the accident.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

When it comes to road hazards, motorcyclists are more susceptible than passengers in private vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle riders are 16 times more likely to be injured and 35 times more likely to be killed than car passengers.

Motorcyclists were killed in the United States at a rate of approximately 5,286 per year in 2016. The number of motorcycles registered in California is among the highest in the United States.

California is the perfect setting for motorcycle riders to take in the scenery. Whether in the Bay Area or along Highway 101, there’s plenty to take in. Sadly, riding a motorcycle comes with many risks in California. Here motorcycle deaths account for 17 percent of all fatalities on roadways. California’s total motorcycle accident fatalities are second only to Florida. If you or someone you love was involved in a motorcycle crash, it’s time to enlist help from the experienced California motorcycle accident lawyers at Arash Law.

In 2018, 4,985 bikers lost their lives in motorcycle crashes in America, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). That same year, motorcyclists were 27 times more likely than car passengers to lose their lives from crash-related injuries per vehicle miles traveled.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that Stockton had more than 50 motorcycle collisions in 2020, resulting in the deaths of at least five people and causing injuries to 56 others.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Lawyers for Victims in San Joaquin

Traffic accidents can cost tens of thousands in medical bills, property damage, and even funeral expenses while causing a lifetime of mental and emotional pain for the victim’s family.

Those who have been injured in traffic accidents have a legal right to receive compensation for all of their losses and expenses. Whether or not they receive any compensation at all is determined by the skill with which their attorneys can navigate the complexities of the state civil legal system.

Contact Arash Law if you believe that someone is to blame for the death or injury of a family member. We have the resources and experience necessary to ensure that you receive a fair settlement for wrongful death cases.

We have offices all over California, including Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, and San Diego. Call (888) 488-1391 for a free consultation with a San Joaquin County motorcycle accident attorney. Whether you’re at home or in the office, we’re happy to come to you.