[10-14-2021] Stanislaus County, CA – Motorcycle Crash in Modesto Injures One Person

One unidentified person was injured after a traffic crash involving a motorcycle in Modesto on Thursday afternoon, October 14.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the crash took place on Standiford Avenue near Hahn Drive in Modesto at approximately.

A pickup truck and a motorcycle collided on the roadway for unclear reasons. The circumstances leading up to the crash have not been established.

The motorcycle rider sustained unspecified injuries and was taken to an area hospital for treatment. He is expected to survive.

Additional information about the crash is unavailable at the moment. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed. Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Motorcyclists are more vulnerable to road hazards than passengers in private cars. According to the NHTSA, motorcycle riders are 16 times more likely to be injured and 35 times more likely to be killed in a crash than car passengers. The National Highway Safety Administration reported that 5,014 motorcyclists died in motorcycle accidents in 2019, a slight decrease from 5,038 in 2018. (NHTSA).

California has a lot of 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. Common causes of motorcycle accidents are distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving, and failure to observe traffic laws.

Personal Injury Attorney for Victims of Motorcycle Accidents in Stanislaus County

Following a motorcycle accident in California, you may come across several lawyers who promise to get you the necessary compensation for your injuries. Before you choose a lawyer who meets your needs, you must ensure that your rights are protected. Arash Law’s attorneys are always ready to defend your rights.

Your attorney will gather your medical bills and records to demonstrate how you were injured and how much it cost to treat your injuries. Your attorney will also obtain documentation from your employer detailing the number of hours you missed as a result of the accident, as well as your hourly wage.

Our law firm has offices throughout California, including Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Riverside, Orange County, San Jose, and San Diego. We would be delighted to meet you anywhere in California. Arash Law’s accident lawyers are always available to speak with you, so call (888) 488-1391 right away.